Economics Faculty

Calvin University•Grand Rapids, MI

20h

About The Position

Calvin University invites applications for two full-time, regular Economics Faculty positions in the Department of Politics and Economics, beginning in August 2027, pending administrative approval. Both appointments will be at the rank of Assistant Professor. The department seeks economists whose specializations complement one another and strengthen its teaching and research. Applicants from all fields of economics are welcome. Faculty typically teach 24 semester hours per academic year, usually with two course preparations per semester. Courses may vary in credit hours and length. Faculty are expected to teach effectively, maintain an active scholarly agenda, and serve the university, department, students, and wider community. Candidates must affirm their commitment to Calvin University's educational mission as a Christian liberal arts university in the Reformed tradition, and demonstrate a commitment to Christian faith and integrating faith, learning, and student development. The university provides faculty development opportunities, including resources before and after tenure, as well as support for teaching and research through Centers and Institutes and other funding opportunities. These include sabbaticals, grants, course releases, summer research stipends, travel funds, and student research opportunities. Applications will be reviewed beginning immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

Requirements

Ph.D. in economics or a closely related field from an accredited university.
Vibrant Christian faith and dedication to integrating faith with the field of study.
Demonstrated excellence in undergraduate teaching.
An active program of relevant research and publication.
Commitment to Calvin University's educational mission as a Christian liberal arts university in the Reformed tradition.
Commitment to Christian faith and integration of faith, learning, and student development.
Demonstrated awareness and commitment to establishing relationships and positive communication across multiple dimensions of diversity, including race, gender, physical limitations, class, and religious perspectives.

Nice To Haves

Experience using a variety of teaching methods and instructional technologies.
Broad interdisciplinary interests.
Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
Ability to integrate questions of meaning, significance, and ethics throughout the curriculum.
Deep commitment to engaging students beyond the classroom.
Specialization that complements the expertise of other candidates and the existing strengths and needs of the department.

Responsibilities

Teach effectively, typically 24 semester hours per academic year, with teaching assignments usually involving two course preparations per semester.
Maintain an active program of relevant research and publication.
Serve the university, department, students, and wider community.
Integrate Christian faith with the field of study and contribute to Calvin University's educational mission.
Engage students beyond the classroom.
Support and promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.