The Department of Business Administration and Economics at Simpson College is seeking to fill a tenure-track position in Economics. This position will begin in August of 2024. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to:

·       Teach six courses (or a 3-3 load) including one section of Intro to Economics and one of Applied Statistics each semester. For the upper-level courses, we seek candidates who could potentially teach in areas like Advanced Macro, International Trade, Money and Banking, or Data and Business Analytics.

·       Contribute to the Simpson College community and the Business department by advising students, engaging in professional development in an interest area, and campus service.

Simpson is a private, nationally recognized college in the vibrant Des Moines metropolitan area. The college is committed to innovative learning opportunities, individual student attention, and inclusive educational access that prepares our graduates to lead lives of meaning and purpose. A successful candidate will be committed to cultural diversity and inclusive teaching practices. Simpson College’s three-week May Term gives instructors the opportunity to design and lead innovative courses, experiential learning, or travel abroad.

We prefer candidates with a PhD or ABD in Economics, but those with a Master’s in Economics or Finance and extensive experience are welcome to apply.

About Simpson College

Simpson’s 85-acre campus Indianola campus is a beautiful space and where the majority of classes are offered to their students. Located in south-central Iowa, just 12 miles south of Des Moines, Simpson’s main location gives students the best of both worlds: the friendly atmosphere of a college town with the benefit of living near an exciting metropolitan area. Indianola is host to many nationally known events, including the Des Moines Metro Opera and the National Balloon Classic, which features hot air balloons competition and family entertainment. Simpson’s second campus is located in West Des Moines, Iowa, which is a part of the Greater Des Moines metro area, and serves adult and graduate students. The West Des Moines campus is easy to access, has efficient classrooms, and an environment devoted to learning for students who likely are balancing work and family life as they return to school. Classes offered at the West Des Moines campus are targeted towards Simpson’s continuing and graduate students who are looking to take classes at night or closer to home.

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