JOB REQUIREMENTS: JOB ID: 20229 JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor ofEconomics JOB DETAILS: The University of Wisconsin-Stout seeks aneconomist with a passion for teaching and the potential for innovativescholarship to fill a full-time, entry level, tenure-track appointmentbeginning in August of 2024. Located in Menomonie, Wisconsin, UW-Stoutfulfills its mission as Wisconsin\'s polytechnic university by preparingcareer-ready, creative thinkers who graduate equipped with the knowledgeand skills to emerge as leaders in their workplaces and communities. Weinvite applications from scholars who can help advance this missionthrough applying sound economic theory to real world problems, whileteaching others to do the same. RESPONSIBILITIES Responsibilitiesinclude teaching economics courses to support general educationrequirements and programs in Applied Social Science (including aneconomics concentration) and Business and Administration, as well asminors in economics and investments and finance. Responsibilities alsoinclude maintenance of a reasonable research agenda commensurate withthe teaching load, and service necessary to maintain the functioning andexcellence of the university. Faculty also provide student academicadvisement and conduct assessment of student learning, includingcontributing to academic program assessment, accreditation, andcontinuous improvement processes, in collaboration with faculty andstaff across campus. In addition to academic year instructionalresponsibilities, there is the possibility of additional teachingopportunities during the summer and winter. DEPARTMENT INFORMATION As aneconomist you will be a member of the social science department at theUniversity of Wisconsin-Stout. The department is interdisciplinary(including history, sociology, anthropology, political science, andgeography) and houses the Applied Social Science program (major), amulti-disciplinary, hands-on degree that prepares students for careersin a variety of industries as well as government and non-profits. Thedepartment has research and teaching strengths in public policy, socialscience research methods, and a range of applied topics (such asenvironmental issues, sustainable agriculture, inequality, health,etc.). Alongside teaching economics and quantitative research methods,there are numerous opportunities to mentor student research and to workon research tied to local issues. In addition to the programs housed inthe department, faculty contribute to the Stout Core, our generaleducation program, as well as to related programs in business, supplychain management, and related areas including a vibrant investments andfinance minor. APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS Complete applications receivedby end of day, November 16, are ensured full consideration. Applicationssubmitted after November 16, 2023 may be reviewed at the discretion ofthe search committee. To apply, click on the APPLY button or go to:https://www.uwstout.edu/about-us/careers-jobs Required applicationmaterials: 1. Cover letter (* See below) 2. Curriculum vitae 3.Unofficial transcripts 4. Statement of teaching philosophy (one page) 5.Evidence of teaching excellence (e.g., teaching evaluations or samplesyllabi) 6. Sample of scholarly work (e.g., job market paper) 7. Namesand contact information for a minimum of three (3) professionalreferences *Please use your cover letter to speak to each of theMinimum/Required Qualifications for this position as listed above. Foreach required qualification, describe your relevant experience, usingspecific examples from your work history to illustrate how yourexperience satisfies the requirement. For questions regarding thisposition or recruitment, please contact: Search Chair: Andrew SwansonEmail: [email protected] ***** OTHER EXPERIENCE ANDQUALIFICATIONS: Minimum / Required PhD in economics required by thebeginning of the appo ntment. Interest in advancing student learning ineconomics. Demonstrated success working with diverse stakeholders.Highly Desired/Preferred Demonstrated excellence in teaching economicsto undergraduate majors and non-majors. Experience mentoringundergraduate student research. Experience in establishing a studentsuccess environment that embraces inclusion. Demonstrated potential forapplied scholarship. ***** APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS: Apply Online:www.careers.wisconsin.edu