The Department of Economics at Denison University invites applications for an open-rank tenure-track position in the field of Financial Economics starting August 2024. Strong candidates will demonstrate a commitment to teaching at the undergraduate level and an appreciation of the interdisciplinary nature of a small residential liberal arts institution, as well as a clear and active research agenda in the field of financial economics. Primary teaching responsibilities will include Financial Economics I and Financial Economics II; courses in introductory and intermediate theory and/or mathematical methods for economics, depending on area of expertise; and additional elective courses related to the candidate's field of specialization. The teaching load for this position is 5 courses per academic year.

The Department of Economics at Denison has fourteen full-time faculty members who appreciate diverse approaches to economics. The college and the department are committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming community for students, faculty, and staff, and to mentoring faculty to be exceptional teachers, scholars, and colleagues. For more information about the department please see: Contributions to the life of the department, institution, and the larger community are an essential part of Denison's mission. We anticipate our new colleague will regularly engage in service activities within these communities. Additionally, Denison faculty are expected to maintain an active research agenda that results in scholarly publications in order to gain tenure. Candidates with exceptional records in the areas of teaching, scholarship, and service may be considered for appointment at the advanced level.

Denison is an increasingly diverse, highly selective, residential liberal arts college enrolling approximately 2,300 students from across the nation and around the world. The college is located in the village of Granville, 30 minutes from Columbus, Ohio, the state capital, which hosts a wide range of cultural and artistic opportunities. Granville offers an excellent public school system and easy access to outdoor activities. Denison is committed to attracting and supporting an academically and culturally diverse faculty and is committed to providing a work and learning environment free from discrimination. A supportive environment for teacher-scholars who value both classroom and research excellence, Denison offers extensive support for its faculty, including competitive professional development funding, a one-semester research leave after a successful pre-tenure review, opportunities for student-faculty research collaboration, and a range of workshops and mentoring programs to develop our strengths as teacher-scholars. Denison offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including tuition benefits at Denison and affiliated colleges throughout the Midwest and a generous retirement contribution.

To be assured of full consideration, please apply by November 17, 2023, when we will begin reviewing applications. Candidates from historically underrepresented groups in the profession are especially encouraged to apply. Candidates are expected to have their Ph.D. in economics or a related field by August 2024. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled.

Ph.D. in economics or related field by start date of appointment, August 2024 (ABD will be considered as Instructor until PhD is attained); potential for strong teaching and active research agenda in the field of financial economics in a liberal arts college environment.

Application Instructions: Dossiers should include a letter of application; CV; statement of teaching philosophy which addresses the applicant's potential to foster and support diversity within Denison's college community; writing sample; and three letters of reference. Candidates should address their experience interacting with and mentoring undergraduate students. They should provide evidence of teaching excellence and the ability to create effective active learning experiences in the classroom, including sample teaching evaluations, if available. To be assured of full consideration, please apply by November 17, 2023, when we will begin reviewing applications. Submit application via Interfolio at: