Upstate New York HERC

The Department of Economics at St. Lawrence University invites applications for a visiting assistant professor beginning August 2026. The position is open due to an unexpected departure. We seek candidates with evidence of successful teaching experience in investments and/or corporate finance at either the introductory or upper levels. These courses will support our undergraduate finance major. The finance major is housed in the Department of Economics, which consists of 12 members covering a broad range of fields (including finance) and interests. The typical teaching assignment is 3 courses per semester consisting of 2 preparations per semester. We are committed to excellence in teaching and scholarship in a diverse liberal arts environment. The salary range for this position is $80,000 - $90,000 annually. The actual compensation will be determined based on experience and other factors permitted by law.

Please note the following two-part application process:

1. Submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial graduate transcript, evidence of teaching effectiveness, a sample of research, and 3 confidential letters of recommendation at https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/listing.php?JOE_ID=2026-01_111477441
2. Applicants must also complete an online application at https://employment.stlawu.edu/postings/4480

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For full consideration, applications should be received by July 15, 2026.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the finalist successfully passing a background (including criminal records) check.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD or ABDs near completion will be considered.

About St. Lawrence University

Founded in 1856, St. Lawrence University is a private, independent liberal arts institution of about 2,000 students located in Canton, NY. The educational opportunities at St. Lawrence inspire students and prepare them to be critical and creative thinkers, to find a compass for their lives and careers, and to pursue knowledge and understanding for the benefit of themselves, humanity, and the planet. Through its focus on active engagement with ideas in and beyond the classroom, a St. Lawrence education leads students to make connections that transform lives and communities, from the local to the global. St. Lawrence University is an Equal Opportunity Employer. For additional information about St. Lawrence, please visit http://www.stlawu.edu.

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