Fairfield University

Fairfield University

Assistant Professor of the Practice, Economics

Fairfield, CT · Contract

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Entry-level history60
PERM / green-card track50
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About the role

  • The Department of Economics at Fairfield University invites applications for a Professor of the Practice position, beginning Fall 2027 and subject to budget approval.
  • Service to the department, school of business, university, community, and profession is expected.
  • Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled, subject to budget approval.

Requirements

  • Candidate must have either a master's degree and 5 years work experience in relevant industry, or a PhD in economics.
  • Commitment to innovation and demonstrated excellence in teaching and using technology in the classroom are required.
  • Academic - Faculty Non-Tenure Track Performs such other duties, responsibilities, and activities as required by supervisor and as departmental/University needs indicate.
  • It is not designed to contain and should not be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, activities, and/or qualifications required or expected of employees assigned to this job.

Compensation

  • This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Benefits

  • Eligible employees may receive health, dental, retirement, paid time off, tuition benefits, and other benefits according to institutional policy.
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