Assistant Professor - Macroeconomics, Department of Economics

Assistant Professor - Macroeconomics, Department of
Economics

Rank: Assistant Professor

Tenure Information: Tenure Track

Department Summary:

The primary aim of Bridgewater State University's Economics
Department is to contribute to the institution's liberal arts
mission through excellence in teaching, mentoring, advising, and
undergraduate research.

Bridgewater State University's Department of Economics invites
applications for a full-time, tenure-track position to begin Fall
2027. The new tenure-track faculty member will play an important
role in strengthening our current program consisting of a major and
minor in Economics. The successful candidates will be a
student-oriented teacher/scholars and committed to an environment
that acknowledges, encourages, and respects diversity and
inclusion. The ideal candidates will be committed to excellence in
teaching, mentoring, scholarship, and service.

The Department of Economics is housed in the College of Humanities
and Social Sciences but also supports undergraduate and graduate
programs in the Ricciardi College of Business. Bridgewater State
University has a diverse student population, 30% of our students
are students of color, 45% are first-generation students, and 14%
openly identify as LGBTQ+. Despite having over 10,000 undergraduate
and graduate students, BSU is committed to individual student
success with an 18:1 student to faculty ratio and an average class
size of just 18 students.

Bridgewater State University is an inclusive community
dedicated to the lifelong success of all students; focused on the
continuous improvement of its people; and is responsible for
leading innovation that benefits Southeastern Massachusetts, the
commonwealth, and the world. Bridgewater's accessible environment
of teaching and learning stimulates critical thinking and the
pursuit of new knowledge and deeper understanding. The teaching and
learning environment at Bridgewater also cultivates meaningful and
diverse interpersonal relationships and fosters an appreciation for
global engagement aimed at transforming lives and improving the
human condition. Our commitment is reflected in our institutional
values, which ensure that all students are
supported and succeed.

Essential Duties:

The Economics Department at Bridgewater State University seeks
qualified applicants for a tenure-track faculty position to teach
introductory and advanced economics courses. Commitment to and
experience with various forms of teaching (both online and in
person) and supporting student wellbeing is highly desirable.
Bridgewater State University has a 4-4 teaching load (most often
implemented with a three-course preparation) supported by
significant professional development opportunities and guidance.
The successful candidate will be required to advise undergraduate
students as well as conduct various service and research
activities. Opportunities exist for participating in
interdisciplinary programs as well as developing new programs,
service-learning projects, study abroad courses, and research
projects with university support.

Required Qualifications:

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. in Economics in the field of
Macroeconomics. ABD applicants will be considered
so long as the candidate will have the Ph.D. in hand by September
1, 2027.

Applicants must demonstrate experience teaching an economics course
to a college/university student body.

Applicants must also demonstrate the ability and desire to teach
Principles of Macroeconomics and Intermediate Macroeconomics, as
well as advanced topics courses in their chosen field of
specialization.

Applicants must demonstrate a sensitivity to and understanding of
the diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural, disability, gender
identity, sexual orientation, and ethnic backgrounds present in our
community and demonstrate an interest in working with students from
diverse background and a commitment to improving access to higher
education for minoritized groups.

Evidence of scholarship in the field with significant quantitative
analyses is required.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to use technology
effectively in teaching and learning, have excellent verbal and
written communications skills, and demonstrate a commitment to
public higher education.

Preferred Qualifications:

While extremely strong candidates in the areas of applied
macroeconomics will be considered, primary consideration will be
given to those with strong quantitative backgrounds with a focus on
at least one of the following:

• Forecasting
• AI and Data Analytics
• Monetary Policy
• Programming for Economics

Applicants with experience including undergraduates in their
research and projects are especially encouraged to apply.

Special Conditions for Eligibility:

Please be aware that employment at Bridgewater State University is
contingent upon completion of a successful background check.
Bridgewater State University is an E-Verify employer.

At present, the university can only sponsor employment-based
visas, including H1-B petitions, that are not subject to the
current $100,000 fee or any other similar or related fees imposed
through U.S. immigration regulations, laws, executive orders, etc.
The university will continue to monitor the ongoing changes in U.S.
immigration regulations and it reserves the right to modify this
policy as the regulatory and legal landscapes change.

Salary is commensurate with experience in accordance
with the Appendix O of the
MSCA contract. A reasonable starting salary
range to expect for a new faculty member appointed at the rank of
Assistant Professor is $75,000 to $85,000.

Posting Number: F00663P

Open Date: 10/15/2026

Close Date: 12/15/2026

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants:

Please note the following information is required to complete your
application for this position:

• A minimum of three (3) professional reference entries in space

provided on the application form.

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Teaching Statement- Please address the candidate's ability to

teach a diverse student body.

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9899902"">https://jobs.bridgew.edu/postings/33954

Bridgewater State University is an equal employment opportunity
employer and considers all qualified candidates without regard to
race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability
status, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation,
genetic information, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition or
any other characteristic protected by law.

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