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Assistant Professor of Economics & Political Science ( 1 year)
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Position Number: 5159566
Location: St Paul, MN
Position Type: Liberal Arts - Political Science

Assistant Professor of Economics & Political Science ( 1 year)

Division: Academic Affairs
Department/Office: Economics & Poli Sci

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The Economics & Political Science department at St. Catherine University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Economics and Political Science full-time, 9-month non-tenure position. This is for a visiting faculty member for a 1-year contract.

The undergraduate college at St. Catherine is one of only six US institutions that is both a women's college and a minority serving institution. Based in the Twin Cities of St. Paul and Minneapolis, Minnesota, St. Kate's is home to a diverse group of nearly 5,000 students in varying disciplines and degree levels. The Economics and Political Science Department contributes to a wide array of majors, including Economics, Financial Economics, International Business and Economics, International Studies, Political Science, Public Policy, Women and International Development, and a Non-Profit Studies minor. The department also houses the Minnesota Center for Diversity in Economics and is committed to gender and racial diversity at every stage of the educational and career pipeline.

Responsibilities:

The selected candidate is expected to have responsibilities in teaching, research, and service. The teaching load is seven sections (28 credits) per academic year.
Applicants from all fields are welcome and should expect to teach introductory and upper-level courses within their area of expertise. In addition to teaching Public policy, strong candidates will be comfortable teaching introductory statistics and more advanced topics courses that appeal to students from various majors within the department.
Applicants should be prepared to work collaboratively to support students who are passionate about social justice and plan to use their training to lead and influence.

St. Catherine University in St. Paul, Minnesota, is a comprehensive Catholic university and home to one of the nation's largest colleges for women, with associate and graduate programs for all genders. Founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet in 1905, the University integrates liberal arts and professional education within the Catholic traditions of intellectual inquiry and social teaching. Committed to excellence and opportunity, St. Catherine enrolls students in certificate, associate, baccalaureate, master's and doctoral programs in traditional day and evening/weekend/online formats.

Minimum Qualifications:

All But Dissertation (ABD).
The candidate should demonstrate evidence of a commitment to excellence in research and teaching as well as alignment with University mission.

Preferred Qualifications:

Preferred applicants should have a Ph.D. (in Public Policy, Economics and Political Science or related field) by the beginning of September 2024 and demonstrate evidence of a commitment to excellence in research and teaching.

We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the universitys commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.

Application instructions:

Posting Number: 20220237-FAC
Posting Start Date: 04/04/2024
Application Deadline: 5/3/2024

To apply, visit https://stcatherine.peopleadmin.com/postings/8867

St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to "love of neighbor without distinction" and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at hr@stkate.edu or 651-690-6565.