Under the general direction of the Dean of Delaplaine School of Business (DSB) we invite applications for a full-time tenure-track position at the assistant professor rank. The successful candidate is expected to teach multiple courses that include: principles of economics, intermediate economics, managerial economics (MBA) and other elective courses. A Ph.D. in economics is required, but candidates who have reached "ABD" status will be considered too. The candidate must demonstrate an ability or potential for quality teaching, scholarly research, and service. Candidates with teaching/research interests in two or more of the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:

* History of Economic Thought

* Industrial Organization

* Law and Economics

* Health Economics

Essential Duties include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

Teaching/Facilitation: The selected candidate is expected to:

* Teach seven sections (3+4, or 4+3) over Fall and Spring semesters as assigned.

* Demonstrate an ability or potential for quality teaching, scholarly research, and service.

* Plan course syllabus and assignments for semester of study to meet Hood College and Delaplaine School of Business (DSB) curriculum requirements utilizing a variety of teaching techniques including both in-person and online classes.

* Evaluate students' learning styles, interests, aptitudes, temperament, and individual characteristics to determine suitable level of instruction and assignments.

* Instruct students in course content and provides learning opportunities in and out of the classroom to achieve course objectives.

* Encourage class participation and provides assistance as appropriate to students in completing class assignments.

* Manage classroom interactions and establishes and maintains a climate that encourages learning.

* Critique performance on various assignments to measure the quality of learning, to build thinking and analytical skills, to challenge students' assumptions, and to reinforce concepts, which may include practical application of new skills.

* Maintain regular office hours and contact with students as appropriate.

* Work with student to address problems and resolve issues.

* Accompany students on field trips or other off-campus learning opportunities as appropriate.

* Determine grades for assignments and for overall achievement in class. Provides appropriate documentation of grades to students and department as appropriate.

* Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Research

* Conducts field specific research to enhance general body of knowledge and provide publication opportunities.

* Presents research findings and other academic papers at national or professional conferences.

Service

* Support and participates in Hood College and DSB committees and/or professional organizations to develop professional partnerships and meet academic needs of the institution.

* Support Hood College and DSB initiatives to recruit and retain talented students.

* Be an active member of the Hood College and DSB community.

Qualifications

We seek a candidate who values diversity, equity and inclusion in all that they do. Candidates must have strong organizational skills and a proven ability to work collaboratively with partners across campus in support of Hood College's mission as a student-centered, liberal arts institution.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

Education and/or Experience

A Ph.D. in economics is required, but ABD will be considered. Candidates should have teaching experience. A familiarity with small, liberal arts College would be an additional aspect in the selection process.

Technology Skills

Proficient in MS Office tools (Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), e-mail and Internet. Ability to learn new applications quickly including organization-wide information systems and department-specific software applications.

DSB Work Culture

Are you someone who has earned a Ph.D. degree (in the above stated field) and really enjoys teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels? Hood College and Delaplaine School of Business (DSB) are driven by "student first" focus when it comes to classroom instructions as well as interactions with students. If you believe in shaping the minds of students with innovative and yet rigorous approaches to make a difference in their lives, then Hood College is THE RIGHT PLACE for you. At DSB, continuous efforts to improve the classroom instructions and learning new teaching methods are really appreciated. We have a very collaborative, supportive, and team-based culture to nurture the new talent at the DSB. At DSB we offer undergraduate degrees in Business as well as an MBA and a OBA. Many of our programs at DSB are accredited by ACBSP and we encourage research as per the ACBSP guidelines, however, teaching excellence is and will remain our prime focus.

To Apply

Qualified candidates are invited to apply on-line via our electronic application platform, which requires submission of a cover letter along with curriculum vita, graduate transcript, three letters of recommendation, a writing sample, and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Supporting materials such as recommendation letters and transcripts, links to video of teaching demo etc. can be mailed to Economics Search Committee, Delaplaine School of Business, Hood College, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD 21701.

If you need assistance with the on-line application process, please email ...@hood.edu or call (301) ###-####.

Hood College is committed to diversity in its faculty and staff and subscribes to a policy of hiring only individuals legally eligible to work in the United States. EOE/AAP/M/F/Vet/Disability Employer

Hood College does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, marital status, pregnancy, disability, religion, or age in recruitment, admission and access to, or treatment, or employment in its programs, services, benefits, or activities as required by applicable laws including Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and complies with the law regarding reasonable accommodation for disabled applicants and students. Inquiries about discrimination or reasonable accommodation should be referred to the Title IX and Section 504 Coordinator at Alumnae Hall, 401 Rosemont Avenue, Frederick, MD. 21701 (AD 312), (301) ###-####. For complete information on Hood College's nondiscrimination policy, please visit