ASSISTANT or ASSOCIATE PROFESSOR of ECONOMICS / UMKC School of Humanities & Social Sciences

UNIVERSITY of MISSOURI-KANSAS CITY

SCHOOL of HUMANITIES and SOCIAL SCIENCE

Department of Economics

The UMKC Department of Economics is known in the Kansas City metro, nationally, and internationally as a center for creative and innovative economics, and is designated as an area of particular strength for the university by the Missouri Coordinating Board for Higher Education. We offer a unique, pluralistic approach to the study of economics. Our graduates are in high demand and find employment in business, finance, government service, and academia. The department has a tradition that is more than 80 years old that continues to be our strongest asset.

The Department of Economics offers BA, MA, and PhD degrees. UMKC's urban location provides excellent opportunities for research and community engagement. Additional information can be found on the department's website: https://shss.umkc.edu/areas-of-study/economics/index.html.

With our vast selection of courses spanning the arts, humanities and sciences, the School of Humanities and Social Sciences offers a diverse educational experience. Analyzing ideas and human experiences from a wide variety of perspectives prepares students for careers in business, government, law, education, communications, political organizations, and more. https://shss.umkc.edu/about-us/index.html

* E00 - Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics

* E12 - Keynes, Keynesian, Post Keynesian, Modern Monetary Theory

* B5 - Current Heterodox Approaches

The University of Missouri-Kansas City Department of Economics announces a tenure-track or tenure-eligible position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor anticipated to begin August 2025. The position requires candidates to be prepared to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in heterodox macroeconomics. Expertise in monetary theory and policy is desirable, as well as the ability to contribute to teaching required and elective courses.

Appointment to the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor requires completed Ph.D. We value candidates committed to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

This is a 9-month full-time, ranked, tenure-track/tenure eligible faculty position with benefits beginning in Fall 2025 semester. Our academic workloads and schedules provide for a positive work/life balance.

A Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field is required at time of employment.

ABD candidates with an expected degree completion date before August 1, 2025 also will be considered; please provide expected date of award in your application.

Salary is negotiable and commensurate with rank, experience, scholastic achievement, success in funded research, and credentials.

For consideration, you must apply online at https://info.umkc.edu/hr/careers/academic-positions/, click Academic Positions, then navigate to Job Opening ID [53717].

Please complete the online application form and provide:

* A cover letter discussing your engagement with heterodox macroeconomics

* a statement of teaching philosophy and effective pedagogy approach[es] for engaging students from different backgrounds and experiences;

* sample of scholarly work; and

* a curriculum vitae.

Please combine all application materials into one PDF or Microsoft Word document and upload as your resume attachment. Limit document name to 50 characters and do not include any special characters (e.g., /, &, %, etc.).

Additionally, three letters of professional recommendation (including current contact information for reference) should be submitted to the UMKC Department of Economics via www.aeaweb.org/joe/.

* We will contact references and request educational transcripts for applicants who progress to the finalist stage.

* A successful Criminal Background Check is required for hire.

* If you are experiencing technical problems during application, please email umpshrsupport@umsystem.edu.

* For questions about the position, please contact umkcfacultysearch@umkc.edu including the Job Identification number [53717] and name of the position.

* Reasonable accommodations may be requested during the application and recruitment process. If you need an accommodation, please contact the Office of Affirmative Action at 816-235-1323.

Review of applications begins 11/18/2024 and continues until the position is filled. First-round interviews will be conducted in December 2024 via video conference. Finalists will be invited for a campus visit in Spring Semester 2025.

UMKC is a public, urban, research university with more than 15,000 undergraduate, graduate, and professional students. It is part of the larger University of Missouri System. Our university is committed to being a model urban university that is recognized for our partnerships with diverse communities to effectively foster a healthy, safe, more economically secure quality of life.

A City on the Rise - Big City Life and Midwest Charm, Kansas City offers the best of both worlds - a vibrant, urban community with midwestern appeal and an affordable cost of living. The university is in one of the most entrepreneurial cities in America, and the metropolitan area has a population of more than 2.4 million. Our UMKC campuses are centered in the hubs of business activity, cultural arts, and health science research engagement. Our community boasts championship professional athletic teams, ethnic and local cuisine, and a rich history of music and performing arts. Our beautiful state provides rivers, lakes, biking/hiking trails, and mountains for outdoor enthusiasts, all within an easy drive. https://www.visitkc.com/#sm.00137o3cv13knf6n10pu3xe9yy7k2

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/totalrewards/benefits.

Values Commitment

We value the uniqueness of every individual and strive to ensure each person's success. Contributions from individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives promote intellectual pluralism and enable us to achieve the excellence that we seek in learning, research and engagement. This commitment makes our university a better place to work, learn and innovate.

In your application materials, please discuss your experiences and expertise that support these values and enrich our missions of teaching, research, and engagement.

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To request ADA accommodations, please call the Office of Equity & Title IX at 816-235-6910.