Tenure-Stream Position in Gender Economics

Colgate University • Hamilton, NY

8d • Onsite

About The Position

The Economics Department at Colgate University is seeking to fill a tenure-stream position in gender economics or related fields, starting in the fall semester of 2027. While the department has specific teaching needs in the economics of gender, they are open to candidates who can teach economics of race, discrimination, demography, or other related fields. Scholarship in any broadly related field is welcome. The position is expected to be at the Assistant Professor level, but exceptional candidates may be considered for Associate or Full Professor levels. Colgate University is a liberal arts institution with 3,200 students located in central New York. All faculty are expected to contribute to the university's all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum. A Ph.D. is required before or shortly after the hire date. Further details about the department and the position are available via a provided link. Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, proof of teaching experience and effectiveness, and a sample of recent scholarship through Interfolio. Colgate aims to foster a community that values diverse perspectives and identities. Candidates are required to describe their ability to work effectively with students from various backgrounds and identities in their cover letter. Application review begins November 15, 2026, and continues until the position is filled. Resources for dual-career candidates are available on the Colgate website and for other institutions in upstate New York.

Requirements

• Completion of Ph.D. prior to or shortly after the date of hire.
• Cover letter which must describe the candidate’s ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds.
• Curriculum vitae.
• Three letters of recommendation.
• Evidence of teaching experience and effectiveness.
• A sample of recent scholarship.

Nice To Haves

• Scholarship in any broadly related field is welcome.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in the economics of gender.
• Potentially teach courses in the economics of race, discrimination, demography, or related fields.
• Participate in all-university programs, including the Liberal Arts Core Curriculum.
• Engage in scholarship.
• Describe ability to work effectively with students across a wide range of identities and backgrounds in the cover letter.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree