Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

Position Details

Position Information


Job Type
Faculty


Position Title
Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics


Position Number
FV0025


Department
Division of Business and Economics


Location
Morehouse College - Atlanta GA


Position Summary


The Department of Economics at Morehouse College invites applications for a visiting position in economics beginning in the Fall semester of 2026. Applications are open to candidates who have a M.Sc. or Ph.D. degree in Economics and have a strong interest in statistics and quantitative analysis. The role requires strong analytical capability, effective communication, and engagement with internal and external stakeholders.

Required Qualifications


A research-based M.Sc. or Ph.D. in Economics from a full-time, accredited institution.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Education/Experience

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities


Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Instruction (for academic roles)
• Teach undergraduate courses in Economics (e.g. Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics).
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course materials and integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

2. Service and Institutional Contributions
• Provide service to the department, institution, and profession.
• Participate in committees, curriculum development, and program assessment activities.
• Support student development initiatives and departmental programs.
3. Innovation and Creative Production Activities
• Conduct independent and collaborative research in Economics
• Present research findings at conferences and professional meetings.

Physical Demands

Compensation

Teaching Responsibility

Appointment and Evaluation

Search

Applying

Supervisor Name
John Preston Jones


Min Salary

Mid Salary

Max Salary

Essential Duties/Responsibilities


Essential Duties/Responsiblities


Key Responsibilities

1. Teaching and Instruction (for academic roles)
• Teach undergraduate courses in Economics (e.g. Statistics, Microeconomics, Macroeconomics).
• Demonstrate a commitment to high-quality teaching and student learning outcomes.
• Develop course materials and integrate technology into instruction.
• Provide academic advising and mentorship to students.

2. Service and Institutional Contributions
• Provide service to the department, institution, and profession.
• Participate in committees, curriculum development, and program assessment activities.
• Support student development initiatives and departmental programs.
3. Innovation and Creative Production Activities
• Conduct independent and collaborative research in Economics
• Present research findings at conferences and professional meetings.

Percentage Of Time
100

Posting Detail Information


Posting Number
F224P


Number of Vacancies
1


Job Open Date
07/06/2026


Job Close Date

Open Until Filled
No


Special Instructions Summary

EEO Statement Summary


Morehouse College is an equal opportunity employer. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against in any condition of employment because of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by law.