Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics at InsideHigherEd

Job Title: Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics Location: MGA - Macon Regular/Temporary: Regular Full/Part Time: Full-Time Job ID: 292953 About Us Middle Georgia State University (MGA), a multi-campus, baccalaureate and graduate degree granting public institution, is the most affordable public state university in Georgia. MGA has five campuses-Macon, Cochran, Dublin, Eastman, and Warner Robins, all located in central Georgia-and global outreach through its fully-online campus. Its enrollment of 8,400 students is largely comprised of students from most of Georgia's 159 counties. The University has six academic schools, including Georgia's flagship aviation program, that support its mission to educate and graduate inspired, lifelong learners whose scholarship and careers enhance the state. Department Information The School of Business at Middle Georgia State University prepares students to solve problems and apply new technologies in a dynamic global business environment. We emphasize career success through lifelong learning and professional development at all levels of the curriculum. The School offers a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration with concentrations in General Business, Accounting, Financial Economics, Management, Marketing, and Supply Chain Management. A Master of Science in Management and a Master of Business in Professional Leadership are also offered at the graduate level.Job Summary The School of Business is currently seeking candidates for an Assistant Professor of Economics. This is a ten-month tenure track position which involves teaching, scholarship, and service. Faculty members at Middle Georgia State University have the opportunity to work with a diverse and talented team of colleagues, engage with motivated and enthusiastic students, and pursue research interests in a supportive environment.Responsibilities As a faculty member you will teach on-campus, hybrid, dual enrollment, and/or online courses in economics including Economics of Financial Literacy, Principles of Macroeconomics, Principles of Microeconomics, Managerial Economics, International Economics, Applied Data Analysis, and other business or finance courses as qualified. Teaching responsibilities will be at the undergraduate and graduate (Master) levels. Faculty are expected to have a strong commitment to outstanding teaching, research, and service to the profession, community, and university. This is a 10-month position with summer teaching available depending on demand. Teaching responsibilities may include day and/or evening and lower level and/or upper-level business courses. Travel to satellite campuses (Cochran, Dublin, and Warner Robins) may be required. Required Qualifications Required Educational QualificationsA PhD or equivalent in Economics related disciplines from (preferably) an AACSB accredited institution.Other Required Qualifications A record of teaching and scholarship that warrants appointment at the rank of assistant professor.Excellent written and spoken English communication skills.Excellent interpersonal skills.Required Documents to Attach Letter of interest including teaching philosophyCurriculum vitaeUnofficial Academic Transcripts (undergraduate and graduate)Name and contact information for three professional references.USG Core Values The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 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. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.Institutional Values Middle Georgia State University is committed to four core values in what we do and represent: CORE VALUES: Stewardship - Engagement - Adaptability - LearningEqual Employment Opportunity Middle Georgia State University is an equal employment, equal access, and equal educational opportunity. It is the policy of the Middle Georgia State University to recruit, hire, train, promote and educate persons without regard to race, color, national or ethnic origin, age, disability, gender, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or veteran status as required by applicable state and federal laws (including Title VI, Title VII, Title IX, Sections 503, and 504, ADEA, ADA, E.O. 11246, and Rev. Proc. 75-50).For questions or more detailed information regarding this policy, please contact the Middle Georgia State University Office of Human Resources at 478.471.2010. Individuals requiring disability related accommodations for participation in any event or to obtain print materials in an alternative format, please contact Human Resources.Other Information Tentative start date for this position is August 1, 2026.This is a full-time, 10-month, faculty position and includes a comprehensive benefits package. Benefits include:Health insuranceDental VisionFlexible Spending Account (FSA)Health Savings Account (HSA)Life InsuranceSick LeaveVacation LeaveParental LeaveRetirementEmployee discountsTuition reimbursementBackground Check Employment offer is contingent upon completing a background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your employment eligibility with MGA, as determined by MGA in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application material and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check.