Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

Position Title:

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

Position Type:

Full time

Location:

Academic West Building

Categories:

Faculty Exempt

Job Summary:

Job Duties:

Bucknell University’s Department of Economics invites interested candidates to apply for a Visiting Assistant Professor position in economics, beginning in the fall semester of 2026. The successful candidate will be capable of teaching courses in intermediate macroeconomics and heterodox economics, along with the possibility of teaching an economics course in their field or fields of expertise.

The teaching load for this position is six courses per academic year.  Bucknell University sponsors a range of activities to support the development of all of its faculty, including a Teaching and Learning Center that offers workshops on best teaching practices for undergraduate students. The department supports visiting faculty via mentoring, sharing of course materials, and job search assistance.  We are especially interested in candidates whose teaching and research will contribute to the department’s commitment to pluralism, diversity, and academic excellence.

Bucknell University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. 

By the start date of the position, August 2026, candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. or be ABD in Economics.  For additional information and to apply, please go to careers.bucknell.edu.  

Completed applications should include

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vita
• a teaching portfolio (including a statement of teaching philosophy, course evaluations, and syllabi if available)
• official graduate school transcripts

During the review/interview process, applicants will be requested to submit contact information for three professional references so that letters of recommendation may be obtained

Review of applications will begin on March 16, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.

This role is eligible for visa sponsorship in accordance with University policy. At this time, the University is only able to provide H-1B visa sponsorship for candidates currently residing in the U.S. with a valid, transferable visa status (e.g. H-1B, F-1, J-1). Bucknell is not currently in a position to initiate new H-1B petitions for candidates residing abroad

Benefits: 

Eligible full- and part-time employees are compensated beyond base salary through our total rewards package that includes (but is not limited to):

• Flexible scheduling options determined by role; 
• Medical, prescription drug, vision, dental, life, and long-term disability insurance options
• An outstanding 10% employer contribution to your retirement plan (no contribution requirement for non-exempt positions)
• Full-time and part-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for themselves. Additionally, full-time members of the faculty and staff are eligible for tuition remission for their spouse/spousal equivalent and are eligible for various tuition programs for their children. Credit for full-time benefits eligible employment at other institutions of higher education will be applied to waiting periods.
• A comprehensive employee wellness program including program incentives
• A myriad of other benefits, including parental leave, an employee assistance program, fitness center membership, and the power of your Bucknell ID card

To learn more about Bucknell's benefits, click here! (*Eligibility criteria and waiting periods may apply.)

Inclusive Excellence:
Bucknell is committed to fostering an environment that embraces diversity, equity and inclusion, and seeks candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports the growth and development of a diverse campus community.  We endeavor to enhance our capacity to value and capitalize on the cultural richness that diversity brings.  We encourage all individuals to apply and do not discriminate in admissions, employment, educational programs and/or activities on the basis of race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, religion, disability, pregnancy, sex/gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, marital or family status, military or veteran status, or genetic information.

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