Assistant​/Associate Professor of Economics

Overview

Job Title:

Assistant / Associate Professor of Economics

Location:

Americus, Georgia

Regular/Temporary:
Regular

Full/Part Time:
Full-Time

Job

Georgia Southwestern State University is a state university serving a diverse population of students, offering a range of strong undergraduate and graduate programs in a vibrant learning environment. The University values collaboration and community engagement with emphasis on faculty, staff, and student interactions. An active student body and state-of-the-art amenities enhance the learning experience on a visually appealing campus located in historic Americus, Georgia.

Georgia Southwestern State University aspires to be an engaged, progressive, and inclusive university that serves as a vibrant center of learning, culture, and economic development for Southwest Georgia and beyond.

Georgia Southwestern State University and its College of Business and Computing, an AACSB accredited institution, is seeking an Assistant Professor to teach Economics and a variety of courses in the Management area. Possible areas of teaching would include Macroeconomics, Microeconomics, Financial Literacy, Business Finance, and Strategic Management. The successful candidate will also advise students, engage in the campus and community, and serve as an active member of the College of Business and Computing.

This is a full-time, tenure-track position beginning August 1, 2026.

We have built a strong and innovative learning environment in COBAC. A successful candidate will be expected to pursue cross-functional, integrative curriculum development and incorporate a pedagogical approach which involves students in learning through high levels of engagement. Mentoring and advising students is integral to the mission of the School of Business Administration and our philosophy of student-centric education. GSW’s COBAC has an online program at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, so teaching will include both traditional and online courses.

In addition to teaching, the faculty member will be expected to produce a record of research consistent with AACSB standards for SA qualification and is expected to engage heavily in College and University service.

• Ph.D. or DBA in Economics from an AACSB-Accredited University. ABDs with a well-developed, defended proposal will also be considered.
• Strong teaching background and a passion for student engagement.
• Experience in delivery of both on-campus and online classes preferred.
• Meaningful experience in industry is strongly preferred.

• Cover letter
• Curriculum Vitae/Resume
• Evidence of teaching success
• Philosophy of teaching
• Transcripts
• Contact information for three professional references

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The University System of Georgia is comprised of 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details on the USG Core Values and Code of Conduct are available online at the provided policy links.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating eligibility for employment, confirmation of credentials and employment history, and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check and drug screen.

Georgia Southwestern State University is an equal opportunity employer. The University takes affirmative action to preclude discrimination in recruiting, transferring, training and terminating employees because of race, color, creed, age, sex, national origin, veterans status, disability, or any other reason in accordance with applicable state and federal statutes, executive orders and regulations.