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Assistant Professor of Economics
American Economic Association
Location : Carrollton, VA, 23314
Job Type : Full Time
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Christopher Newport University
Position Title/Short Description
Full Text of JOE Listing:
The Department of Economics at Christopher Newport University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Economics, effective August 2026.
Applicants must be committed to undergraduate education and demonstrate the potential for excellence in teaching and policy-relevant research. Preference will be given to candidates with specializations in macroeconomics, applied economics, and econometrics. The successful candidate will contribute to the department’s academic culture and provide service to the college, university, and broader professional community. The nominal teaching load for tenure-track appointments is 3-3. A PhD in Economics or a closely related field is required for appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. ABD candidates who will not hold the PhD by the time of appointment may be considered for appointment at the rank of Instructor. Phi Beta Kappa membership is highly desirable.
The Department of Economics at Christopher Newport University is composed of 9 full-time faculty members who seek to provide students with an outstanding liberal arts education. The Department offers a Bachelor of Arts Degree in economics, with concentrations in economic policy, mathematical economics, and international economics, and a minor in economics. Our faculty integrates the liberal arts with the core functional areas of economics and the quantitative competencies needed to address important economic and public policy challenges. Department faculty are dedicated teachers-scholars who emphasize high-quality classroom instruction informed by their research and professional activities. Faculty are also committed to providing students a variety of extra-curricular opportunities to add breadth and depth to the classroom experience. These efforts include involving students in faculty research projects, hosting internationally known speakers, and club-related activities that develop both professional and leadership skills. Candidates wishing to know more about the department and its academic programs are invited to visit the department’s website ( https://my.cnu.edu/economics/) .
Review Begin Date 10/15/2025
Application Instructions
To apply, please visit https://jobs.cnu.edu/postings/ to upload a letter of interest, current curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts (photocopies acceptable for initial screening), statement of teaching philosophy, a one-page statement articulating how your teaching, scholarship, and service would contribute toward fostering an inclusive learning environment on campus, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three letters of recommendation. (Letters should be uploaded with application materials or emailed to facultyrecruitment@ cnu.edu.)
This position will be posted until filled; however, for priority consideration, please apply by October 15, 2025.
Search finalists are required to complete a CNU-sponsored background check.
Christopher Newport University, an EO Employer, is fully committed to Access and Opportunity.
Application Requirements:
External Application LinkFreqently Asked Questions
Strong candidates usually hold a PhD in economics or related fields, exhibit excellence in teaching, and contribute actively to research, especially in macroeconomics, applied economics, or econometrics. Demonstrating a commitment to undergraduate education and inclusive practices also plays a pivotal role in tenure-track appointments.
Expect a blend of rigorous classroom teaching, engaging in policy-relevant research, and participating in service activities. Faculty often mentor students, integrate quantitative methods into lessons, and contribute to academic culture through seminars, fostering both scholarly growth and student development.
Progression often leads to associate professorship, enhanced research opportunities, and leadership roles within departments. Additionally, expertise gained can open doors to policy analysis, consultancy, or think-tank positions, leveraging academic insights for broader economic impact.
Working with the American Economic Association connects professors to a vast network of economists, cutting-edge research platforms, and professional development opportunities tailored to economics educators, enhancing both teaching and scholarly collaboration.
The association emphasizes a balance of impactful teaching and research that contributes toward economic policy discussions. Faculty are encouraged to foster inclusive learning environments and engage actively with the broader economics community under its guidance.
Carrollton’s academic landscape is growing, with fewer economics faculty openings than major metropolitan areas, increasing competition. However, the region offers a supportive environment with smaller class sizes and a commitment to liberal arts education, appealing to many candidates.
Candidates should weigh the cost of living, commute logistics, and the emphasis on undergraduate teaching prevalent in Carrollton institutions. Familiarity with regional economic issues can also enhance research relevance and community engagement opportunities.
Salaries generally range between $65,000 and $85,000 annually depending on experience and institution prestige. Carrollton’s compensation often reflects its smaller college settings, slightly below large urban university benchmarks but balanced by lower living costs.
Emphasizing expertise in econometrics, macroeconomics, and applied economics is crucial, alongside proven teaching effectiveness and policy-oriented research. Strong quantitative abilities and active student mentorship also distinguish top candidates.
The university prioritizes integrating liberal arts with rigorous economics training, fostering faculty who can blend research and pedagogy effectively. Collaboration with the American Economic Association supports scholarly activities and professional networking essential for career growth.
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