Visiting Faculty, Economics

Visiting Faculty, Economics

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Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. All initial applications are to include:

• Application letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Names of three references. Once a finalist is identified, references will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation.

Other information will be required if the candidate makes it into the interview round.

For technical assistance, please contact us at 610-519-7900, 610-519-7616, or [email protected].

Application related questions may be sent to Dr. Erasmus Kersting, Department Chair and Professor in Economics ([email protected]).

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Posting Number:	20260092F
Position Title:	Visiting Faculty, Economics
Position Type:	Faculty
Location:	Villanova, PA
Recruitment Type:	Internal/External Applicants
Work Schedule:	full-time/9-months
Department:	219-Economics
Position Summary:	Why work at Villanova? Join a mission-driven organization. Since Villanova University’s founding in 1842, we have been inspired by the values of truth, unity, and love, and are a community dedicated to service to others. Villanova has been included among the nation’s best colleges and universities. VU’s inclusion again in U.S. News & World Report’s 2026 “Best Colleges” rankings is another indication of the University’s continued prominence and forward momentum. The Department of Economics at the Villanova School of Business is seeking applications for a visiting faculty position for the Spring 2027 semester of the 2026-2027 academic year. We welcome expertise from all areas of economics. This faculty member will teach courses in introductory macroeconomics. This person will report to the Chair of the Economics Department and is expected to begin in January 2027 and conclude in May 2027. Villanova is a Catholic university sponsored by the Augustinian Order. The University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates who understand, respect and can contribute to the University’s mission and values.
Duties and Responsibilities:	Teach classes primarily at the undergraduate level with the potential of some graduate instruction. Perform service commensurate with the hiring level.
Minimum Qualifications:	Demonstrated teaching excellence. Graduate degree in Economics or a closely related field.
Preferred Qualifications:	PhD or DBA in Economics preferred
Physical Requirements and/or Unusual Work Hours:
Special Message to Applicants:	Applicants must apply online at https://jobs.villanova.edu/. Review of applications begins immediately and continues until position is filled. All initial applications are to include: Application letter Curriculum vitae Names of three references. Once a finalist is identified, references will be contacted via email to submit confidential letters of recommendation. Other information will be required if the candidate makes it into the interview round. For technical assistance, please contact us at 610-519-7900, 610-519-7616, or [email protected]. Application related questions may be sent to Dr. Erasmus Kersting, Department Chair and Professor in Economics ([email protected]).
Posting Date:	10/14/2026
Closing Date (11:59pm ET):
Salary Posting Information:	Competitive
Salary Band:
Job Classification:	faculty

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