Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics in Williamsport, Pennsylvania at Lycoming College

The Department of Economics at Lycoming College invites applications for a two-year Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics (with the possibility of renewal for a third year) to begin July 1, 2027.

The successful candidate will teach Principles of Microeconomics, Intermediate Microeconomics, and a range of upper-level courses relating to their areas of interest and expertise. Preference will be given to those with ability to teach Money and Banking, Environmental Economics, and Financial Economics. However, other specialties will be considered. A standard teaching load will be 3/3 with expectations of a continuing research agenda that informs their teaching and modest service to the College.

Applicants should demonstrate an interest in working in a liberal arts setting, excellence in teaching undergraduate students, and experience working with students from diverse backgrounds. PhD or ABD required.

Required documents: (1) cover letter, (2) CV, (3) teaching philosophy, (4) evidence of teaching effectiveness, (5) an example of recent research, and (6) two letters of recommendation. Priority consideration will be provided to all who apply by December 15, 2026, and the position will be open until filled. Contact the Chair of the Economics Department, Michael Kurtz (kurtz@lycoming.edu) with questions about the position.

Who we are:
Founded in 1812, Lycoming College is one of the nation’s oldest and most respected liberal arts colleges. Today, our community of 1,200 active learners from 26 states and territories and 13 countries comprises a student body that is 31 percent domestic students of the global majority or international, all of whom work with our renowned scholars to craft customized combinations of market-driven majors, minors and concentrations across our 52+ academic programs. Students compete in 20 NCAA Division III sports, participate in faculty-driven research, thrive in a robust program of internship experiences, and study abroad in more than two dozen countries. Lycoming College has one of the highest endowment-per-student ratios in the country. The institution is a member of the Annapolis Group of Liberal Arts Colleges and is recognized by U.S. News as a top 100 National Liberal Arts College and the No. 21 Best Value School. Lycoming College is dedicated to providing a high-quality liberal arts and sciences education for all students. Learn more at https://www.lycoming.edu.

The College proudly celebrates and values the principles of inclusive excellence. In its 2021 Strategic Plan, Lycoming College committed to recruiting more faculty and staff from historically underrepresented groups. The community works to foster an inclusive campus community and to support the success of all faculty, staff and students. The College recognizes that a community formed of a wide range of backgrounds and experiences benefits all its members and serves to advance Lycoming’s goal of preparing graduates to become ethical, informed, and engaged individuals.

Lycoming College is an equal opportunity employer.