Teaching Professor - Department of Economics at West Virginia University

, West Virginia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

24 Jan, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

26 Oct, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Teaching, Economics, Student Success, Academic Engagement, Innovative Teaching, Course Development, Retention Strategies, Collaboration, Service Activities, Faculty Resource, Professional Development, Undergraduate Courses, Graduate Courses, Engaging Teaching Strategies, Student Learning, Departmental Needs

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Teaching Professor, Department of Economics The John Chambers College of Business & Economics, West Virginia University, located in Morgantown, WV, is seeking qualified applicants for a Teaching Professor position primarily focused on teaching introductory courses in Economics. The position is a full-time (1.00 FTE), non-tenure-track, 9-month appointment beginning in August 2026. Primary Responsibilities Teaching (80%25): Teach eight courses annually, primarily in Economics, though other undergraduate or graduate courses may be assigned based upon departmental needs. Develop and deliver engaging, innovative, and effective teaching strategies to enhance student learning and success. Serve as a key faculty resource for first-year students, fostering their academic and professional development. Service (20%25): Lead and participate in initiatives aimed at improving student retention and supporting probationary students. Collaborate with academic advising and retention teams to design and implement programming that enhances the success and persistence of undergraduate students. Contribute to department, college, and university service activities that align with the college’s mission to support student success. A PhD degree in Economics. Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the collegiate level. A strong commitment to student success, academic engagement, and innovative teaching practices. Application Process Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants must submit the following items electronically via the WVU Faculty Jobs Board, WVUHire, at https://careers.wvu.edu/career-opportunities. A letter of interest. A curriculum vitae. A philosophy of teaching statement. Evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (e.g., prior teaching evaluations, syllabi, etc.). Contact information for three references. For specific questions, please contact Cathleen Johnson, Search Committee Chair at cathleen.johnson@mail.wvu.edu. About the College Founded in 1867, West Virginia University is the state’s primary land-grant comprehensive institution. The John Chambers College of Business & Economics is AACSB accredited and offers a variety of undergraduate, master’s, and Ph.D. programs. The College is located in Reynolds Hall, a state-of-the-art facility, providing faculty and students with the resources needed to thrive academically and professionally. More information about the college can be found at https://business.wvu.edu/. About West Virginia University West Virginia University (WVU) is a state comprehensive Land Grant University with a main campus enrollment of approximately 29,000 students and an R1 Carnegie Classification, the highest research activity level for doctoral universities. WVU provides faculty members with a supportive environment for career development (https://talentandculture.wvu.edu/new-employees) and progressive policies supporting work-life integration (https://faculty.wvu.edu/policies-and-procedures/work-life-integration). Morgantown offers a high quality of life, being recognized among the most livable small cities in the country, and is within driving distance of Pittsburgh and Washington, DC.

Responsibilities

The Teaching Professor will primarily teach introductory courses in Economics and develop innovative teaching strategies to enhance student learning. Additionally, the role involves leading initiatives to improve student retention and collaborating with academic advising teams.