Assistant Professor of Economics

The Department of Economics at Whittier College seeks applications for a tenure-track appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2027. The department seeks a macroeconomist with teaching and research interests in development economics and multidimensional poverty. Preference will be given to candidates whose scholarship employs applied empirical methods and who can contribute to the department’s quantitative curriculum. The successful candidate will teach six courses per year: one section of ECON 300 Intermediate Macroeconomic Theory, three sections of ECON 200 Principles of Macroeconomics, and two upper-division electives in monetary economics, development economics, or the candidate’s specialty.

These courses serve Economics majors and minors as well as students in several other programs, and the position may also involve contributions to quantitative methods, interdisciplinary programs, and general education. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to inclusive and effective undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts setting. The College particularly values candidates who can engage students in applied research, supervise undergraduate research and senior projects, and involve students in faculty scholarship as research assistants or coauthors. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Economics by the time of appointment.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness and the potential to maintain a productive scholarly program are required. The position also carries responsibilities for academic advising, departmental governance, College service, and participation in the broader intellectual life of the Whittier College community. Tenure Status: Tenure Track Exempt Status: Exempt Full Time/Part Time status: Full-time Salary Range: $90,000 annually; salary will commensurate with experience, skills, and knowledge. Reports to: Vice President Academic Affairs Location/Department: Whittier College / Economics Position Requirements Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Economics by the time of appointment.

Evidence of teaching effectiveness and the potential to maintain a productive scholarly program are required. The position also carries responsibilities for academic advising, departmental governance, College service, and participation in the broader intellectual life of the Whittier College community. Application Deadline November 15, 2026 Application Materials Applicants should submit a letter of application describing their relevant teaching and mentoring experience, other relevant qualifications, and work authorization status; a curriculum vitae; a job market paper; a statement of teaching philosophy; a statement of research interests; a graduate transcript; and three letters of reference. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

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