Economics VAP (2 year, Accounting)

The Economics Department at Colby College invites applications for a 2-year visiting position beginning in the 2027-28 academic year. The teaching expectations for this position will be five courses/sections per year, including offering at least three sections of Accounting and Financial Analysis, our prerequisite accounting course for students taking corporate finance and majoring in our Economics and Financial Markets concentration. The remaining two courses may be fulfilled by teaching corporate finance and/or related electives. We are seeking candidates from a wide variety of backgrounds who will contribute to access, belonging, and inclusive teaching within the campus community. Successful candidates must demonstrate their potential for excellence in teaching.

Colby is a selective liberal arts college located in Central Maine with high standards for teaching. Our students are motivated, intellectually curious, and easily engaged in the classroom and in independent research. Our 20 continuing department faculty have active research agendas generously supported by the College and teaching support from the College’s Center for Teaching and Learning. This visiting position includes a stipend for transitioning to Central Maine and funding for conference travel.

The appointment will be made at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor or Visiting Instructor, depending on the successful candidate’s qualifications. The anticipated salary range for this position is $82,600 to $90,300, commensurate with rank, experience, qualifications, and other relevant factors.

Our review of completed applications will begin on December 1 and continue until the position is filled. We will conduct remote interviews via electronic conferencing in filling this position. To be considered for an interview, your application dossier must include: (i) a cover letter that describes your motivation for applying to Colby; (ii) your resume or curriculum vitae; (iii) evidence of classroom teaching effectiveness, including course evaluations if available; (iv) a statement of teaching philosophy that demonstrates a commitment to undergraduate teaching in a liberal arts environment; and (v) three confidential letters of recommendation, at least one of which must address your potential for teaching excellence. Candidates certified as a CPA, CFA, and/or have a master’s degree, PhD, or ABD in accounting, economics, and/or financial analysis are welcome to apply.

Please submit all materials electronically to:

https://apply.interfolio.com/195833

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