Assistant Professor of Economics- Merrilee Alexander Kick College of Business and Entrepreneurship
The Merrilee Alexander Kick (MAK) College of Business & Entrepreneurship is searching for an Assistant Professor in Economics beginning Fall 2026. Successful applicants for Assistant Professor (tenure-track) will possess an earned doctorate in Economics or a related discipline. ABD candidates near completion will be considered.
THE POSITION
This is a full-time, tenure-track position. Faculty will be expected to perform the following duties:
• Serve as a core faculty member in the Department of Accounting and Finance, primarily based on the Denton campus, with the possibility of teaching on the Dallas or Houston campuses as needed.
• Teach primarily Principles of Microeconomics and Principles of Macroeconomics at the undergraduate level, with the possibility of occasionally teaching upper-level undergraduate or graduate courses in the discipline.
• Be able to teach in online, hybrid, and face-to-face formats
• Participate in department, university, and professional service
• Maintain a strong research agenda, publishing scholarly work, and adhering to the College Faculty Qualifications and Engagement Policy for AACSB accreditation
• Support the University’s outreach by teaching dual credit Economics courses on an as needed basis to high school students in collaboration with local ISDs, on an as needed basis.
COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY INFORMATION
The MAK College of Business & Entrepreneurship currently has approximately 1,066 undergraduate students and 1,251 graduate students. The College has three areas/departments: Department of Management & Marketing, Department of Accounting & Finance, and Healthcare Administration. You may learn more about the College at http://www.twu.edu/business.
Texas Woman's University holds a notable position in higher education as the nation's largest university primarily for women and is federally recognized as a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) with a diverse student body. Established in 1901, and currently home approximately 15,000 students, TWU is a public university that emphasizes the liberal arts and sciences as well as specialized and professional studies in business, nursing, health sciences, and education.
TWU operates three campuses: Houston, Dallas, and the main campus in Denton. The City of Denton, with a population of 150,000, is home to two universities, an active music scene, family friendly events and festivals, unique restaurants, and the historic Downtown Square. Denton is located just 40 miles north of the Dallas/Fort Worth city centers. This metroplex, the nation's fourth largest urban center, has world-class museums, orchestras, opera, ballet, and theatre companies, as well as an array of professional and collegiate sports venues.
TWU prides itself on providing students with a well-rounded educational experience focused on service, integrity, health, and well-being. Respect for diversity in all dimensions (currently ranked 5th in the nation for diversity) and a safe campus environment (Texas Woman's is among the safest campuses in the nation) are among the hallmarks of a TWU education. TWU faculty and staff are passionate defenders of a "learn by doing" experiential learning environment where they provide students with opportunities to engage in campus, workplace, and community activities that can help shape their sense of purpose, their appreciation for the importance of building quality personal and professional relationships, and their ability to address life's challenges. This holistic, mentoring approach to developing students as engaged, productive citizens in the complex world of the 21st Century encompasses understanding of the balance of health, spiritual and mental well-being.
HOW TO APPLY
Candidates should submit:
• An updated curriculum vitae (CV)
• Copy of graduate transcripts
• A cover letter expressing interest in the TWU position and indicating teaching and research interests and approaches
• Names and complete contact information for 3 references
For questions, please contact Dr. Mark Tengesdal, Search Committee Chair, at [email protected] .
The search will begin late summer early fall 2025, and the position will remain open until filled.
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