Economics & Business - Professor of Economics

Overview The Department of Economics and Business at Hope College seeks candidates for an open rank tenure-track opening in economics to begin in the fall semester of 2026. Candidates should demonstrate an ability to combine teaching excellence with a productive research agenda, be committed to the character and goals of an undergraduate liberal arts college, and have a mature understanding of and commitment to the historic Christian faith. All areas of specialization will be considered. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in Economics or expect to complete their Ph.D. by July 2026.

Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities normally include introductory classes in either macroeconomics or microeconomics and upper-level theory courses or electives that fit with the interests and skills of the faculty member.

The standard teaching load is three courses (two preps) per semester.

Context Hope College is a Christian residential liberal arts undergraduate college committed to creating a diverse, ecumenical Christian academic community that invites all its members into a holistic and robust engagement with the historic Christian faith and its relationship to academic disciplines. The economics program within the Department of Economics and Business features (i) a comprehensive economics curriculum that prepares students for success in graduate school along with a grounding in the liberal arts; (ii) an intimate academic environment that includes opportunities for local and global experiential learning and student/faculty collaboration, and (iii) Christian perspectives that inform both curriculum content and teaching pedagogy.

Further information on Hope College and its mission can be found at

http://www.hope.edu/

and at

https://hope.edu/about/mission.html ; the department's website is at

https://hope.edu/academics/economics-business/ .

Applications and Selection Applications:

Questions can be addressed to the search committee co-chair, Dr. Steven McMullen, at econsearch@hope.edu. Formal applications with all relevant materials should be submitted electronically at

www.hope.edu/employment/faculty . A complete application should include:

cover letter

curriculum vitae

graduate transcripts (unofficial versions are acceptable for application)

evidence of teaching excellence and experience

a sample research paper

a short statement describing the candidate's research agenda

Finally, successful applicants will also demonstrate a commitment to all aspects of Hope's mission as a liberal arts college. We are grounded in robust ecumenical Christian aspirations and daily strive for inclusive excellence. As part of the application, candidates are asked to describe how they will engage and support the holistic mission of the College, particularly how their Christian faith and commitment to the liberal arts, and inclusive excellence shapes their approaches and identities as teachers, scholars, and mentors. The statement should describe how the candidate's faith and vocation as an economist align with Hope's mission and Christian aspirations. More guidelines for Hope College candidates' responses to the mission statements can be found at

hope.edu/jobs .

For full consideration, full applications should be submitted by

November 15th, 2025 . Initial interviews will be conducted over Zoom in December.

Rank, Eligibility, and Qualifications Is this a visiting faculty position?

No

Rank

Open

Qualifications

A Ph.D. in Economics, or expected completion of a Ph.D. by July 2026.

A demonstrated ability to combine teaching excellence with productive research.

A commitment to the character and goals of the liberal arts.

A mature commitment to and understanding of the historic Christian faith.

Physical Demands This position requires remaining in a sitting or standing position for frequent periods of time; uses office equipment such as computers, printers, and copy machines; occasionally involves moving items over 10 pounds; frequently will move between different offices/workspaces/buildings; and requires effective communication abilities. In the case of temporary or permanent condition(s) that require accommodation(s), reasonable accommodations may be requested.

Pre-employment Screenings All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check. Some positions may have position-specific requirements, such as education/licensure/certification verification, a physical, drug screening, credit checks and/or transportation record review.

Posting Details Posting Number

2023-119FR

Job Posting Open Date

09/24/2025

Job Posting Close Date

01/01/2026

Open Until Filled

No

Is this position available for sponsorship

Yes

Documents Needed to Apply Required Documents

Cover Letter

Curriculum Vitae

Teaching Statement

Research Statement

Teaching Evaluations

Research Sample

Mission Response

Unofficial Graduate Transcripts

Optional Documents

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