Bates College

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The Bates College Economics Department invites applications for a full-time Visiting Assistant Professor position, beginning on August 1, 2019. The successful candidates must combine teaching and research in their field(s) of specialization with a willingness to teach core principles courses. The position will be one academic year in duration with a total teaching load of five courses. 

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. To be seriously considered, candidates should substantively discuss in their application materials how they design their courses, develop an inclusive climate in the classroom, and in other ways support a broad range of social, cultural, and learning differences to ensure that all students thrive. The college and the Economics Department are committed to enhancing the diversity of the campus community and the curriculum. Candidates who can contribute to this goal are encouraged to apply; the search committee expects candidates to identify their strengths and experience in this area.

All Ph.D. degree requirements must be completed by the date of appointment.

Please submit the following materials: cover letter, curriculum vitae, graduate transcripts, a research paper, statements on teaching and research, teaching evaluations, and three letters of reference (at least one of which must specifically address teaching performance and abilities). Also, please describe your willingness and preparedness for teaching core courses.  Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check