Assistant Professor of Economics, Morris

Position Working Title: Assistant Professor of Economics
University Classification: Assistant Professor (9403)
Standard position, continuing or temporary: Tenure Track
% time and months of employment: 100%, 9 month
Position reports to: Social Sciences Division Chair

Purpose of the Position

The University of Minnesota Morris seeks to fill a tenure track faculty position with a joint appointment in Economics and Business Management starting August 17, 2026. We welcome applicants at the Assistant or Associate Professor Rank. The successful candidate will have a role in shaping the future of the discipline.

Job Duties

The teaching load is 20 credits annually (e.g., 5 4-credit courses) of instruction or the equivalent. A strong commitment to teaching in a liberal arts context, and demonstrated success as the instructor of record in at least two semester- or quarter-length courses is required. Interest in and ability to deliver Business Management curriculum is essential. Examples: Finance; HR/Labor-Management Relations; Business Law; Managerial Economics; Corporate Strategy; Entrepreneurship; Other. Ability to teach principles of Economics and offer at least one upper division elective in Economics is also essential. A terminal degree in hand at the time of application is preferred (Ph.D. in Economics, Public Policy, or a closely related field; D.B.A., J.D. considered; an M.B.A in addition to a terminal degree will be looked upon favorably).

All instructors are expected to strive for excellence in teaching and to participate in the assessment of student learning at the program and campus level.

Advising, service, and research are also fundamental expectations. A significant research program, as judged by external academic reviewers, is required for tenure and promotion. UMN Morris provides a variety of forms of support for research, including one semester of teaching relief (usually in year 3), support for conference travel, a competitive grant-in-aid (through the UMN system), and other means.

All instructors are expected to demonstrate sensitivity, knowledge and understanding of diverse academic, socioeconomic, gender, cultural and ethnic backgrounds.

Review of the applications will begin November 17, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled. Starting salary will be in the $70 - $78K range. With our excellent benefits the total compensation will be between $95,600-$106,400. Employees at UMN Morris are immediately vested in our retirement program which has a high employer contribution of 10% and an employee contribution of 5.5%. The full compensation package also includes generous medical, dental, and other benefits. Additionally, by being part of the University of Minnesota system we have access to excellent resources that support faculty's teaching, (e.g., Center for Education Innovation), scholarship (e.g., Grant-in-Aid, Imagine Fund, Faculty Research Enhancement Funds, Institute for Advanced Study Residential Fellowship), health and wellbeing (e.g., Employee Wellbeing Program, Baken Center for Spirituality & Healing), and multicultural sensitivity (e.g., https://diversity.umn.edu/).

The employer reserves the right to modify, change or add to the duties of this position, consistent with the classification description, at any time.

Essential knowledge, skills and abilities

• Education: ABD in Economics or a related field by the start of the appointment.
• Teaching: i): successful undergraduate teaching experience; ii) ability and willingness to teach the courses listed above.
• Research: potential to develop a successful scholarly research program in Economics or a business-related field

Preferred knowledge, skills and abilities

• Ph.D. in Economics or related field completed.
• A demonstrated understanding of the liberal arts mission, a commitment to inclusive education, and the ability to collaborate across disciplines.
• Evidence of a well-developed research program amenable to involving advanced undergraduates.

Pay Range: $70000 - $78000; depending on education/qualifications/experience

Time Appointment Category: 100% Appointment

Position Type: Faculty

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will have the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

Please submit the following:

1. A Cover letter describing your background and your particular interest in the position (AI-generated cover letters are strongly discouraged)
2. A CV, including references
3. Evidence of teaching effectiveness in at least two instructor-of-record courses
4. A graduate transcript (unofficial is fine at this point).

Review of the applications will begin November 17, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.

For questions concerning the status of your application, contact Sharon Severance, severask@morris.umn.edu, subject line Economics/Bus Mgmt Search, or call 320-589-6200. For other questions related to this search, contact Arne Kildegaard, Economics/Bus Mgmt Search Chair: kildegac@morris.umn.edu

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail employ@umn.edu or call (612) 624-8647.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris)

The University of Minnesota Morris (UMN Morris) makes its home on a 121-year-old campus on the western edge of the state and is one of the top public liberal arts colleges in the nation. The small, close-knit campus emphasizes faculty/student collaboration in research, study abroad, and community engaged learning. Deeply rooted in the tall grass prairies of Minnesota, the campus also has advanced sustainable, environmentally friendly initiatives that have grown to levels of national leadership and touch nearly all aspects of campus life.

At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by the Star Tribune as a Top Workplace for 2021, as well as by Forbes as Best Employers for Women and one of America's Best Employers (2015, 2018, 2019, 2023), Best Employer for Diversity (2019, 2020), Best Employer for New Grads (2018, 2019), and Best Employer by State (2019, 2022).