Elmhurst College invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor in the Department of Business and Economics with a background in Economics.   Scholarly interest in applied economics is a plus.  Main teaching responsibilities include introductory courses such as introduction to microeconomics and macroeconomics, as well as upper division electives within the field.  Evidence of outstanding teaching or teaching potential is essential.  The teaching load is six courses per year.  Candidates should have a commitment to creating an inclusive learning environments for a diverse student body.  A PhD is required by September 1, 2018.

Elmhurst College is a leading four-year college that seamlessly blends liberal learning and professional preparation to help students reach their full potential. Elmhurst College offers more than 60 undergraduate majors, 17 graduate programs, degree-completion programs for busy adults, and the acclaimed Elmhurst Learning and Success Academy for young adults with developmental disabilities. Elmhurst College is one of the Top 10 Colleges in the Midwest, according to U.S. News & World Report; and U.S. News, Money and Forbes magazines consistently rank Elmhurst as one of the Midwest’s best values in higher education. 

Recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce is a critical component of the College’s mission, vision and core values. Our commitment stems from the belief that an institution of higher learning is enriched by the presence of diversity.  Elmhurst College is an AA/EO Employer.  Elmhurst College does not discriminate on grounds of race, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, religion, age, creed, ancestry, veteran status, marital status, disability, or other classification protected by applicable law with respect to all aspects of employment.

Elmhurst College uses SimpleHire to collect all application material http://elmhurst.simplehire.com/postings/593. Please, submit a letter of application, CV, unofficial graduate transcript (official transcripts will be requested at a later date), and three confidential letters of recommendation including addresses of references, at least one of whom should address teaching. Additional information about Elmhurst College may be accessed on our website: http://www.elmhurst.edu. Review of applications will begin January 1st.

Questions can be directed to Dr. Kathleen Rust, Chair, Department of Business and Economics, kathyrst@elmhurst.edu.