Special Purpose Faculty - Economics

Overview

Title: Special Purpose Faculty position - Economics

Application Review Date: 2/27/2026

Campus

Location:

Radford City - Main Campus

Work Authorization: Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

The Department of Economics in the Davis College of Business and Economics at Radford University invites applications for a full-time Special Purpose Faculty position beginning August 2026. We are seeking a dynamic educator who is passionate about teaching and mentoring first-year business/economics students. Responsibilities include teaching courses in the College’s first-year experience program as well as additional courses in the area of international business/economics as needed.

The standard teaching load is 4 courses per semester (8 courses per year). As part of these courses, the successful candidate will help students understand the functions of business, the role of business in society, globalization and international commerce, and the power of economic decision-making to transform lives. The position also involves supporting initiatives that help students transition into university life, explore majors and careers, and build a strong foundation for success in business and economics.

In addition, the successful candidate will contribute to departmental and college service, provide student advising, and maintain an active profile in scholarship or professional practice. The appointment is contingent on final approval from the Provost’s Office and may be renewed subject to budgetary approval.

• A Master’s degree or PhD in Economics, Business, or related field.
• Evidence of maintaining scholarly or professional activities.
• Teaching experience in higher education.

• 18+ credit hours of graduate-level coursework in Economics, International Business, or Personal Finance.
• Experience with using high-impact teaching practices, online teaching, and experiential/applied learning methods.
• Experience with first-year programming, retention/recruitment initiatives, major/career advising, and/or advising student groups.

• A cover letter describing teaching experiences, preferred teaching methods, and a vision for an effective first-year course that introduces students to business and economics (2 pg limit).
• A curriculum vitae.
• Teaching evaluations for up to 3 courses with student comments (as the instructor of record).
• Unofficial transcripts (official transcripts will be requested from final candidates only).
• Names and contact information for 3 references (letters of reference will be requested for final candidates only).

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom.

The University offers 75 bachelor  degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master  programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master  certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men  and women  varsity athletics.

With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a…