ABOUT THE POSITION: The College of Business at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a tenure-track position in economics at the assistant professor level. We seek applicants who welcome the challenges and rewards of serving as part of a collaborative and intellectually curious faculty of a growing college located in a dynamic and supportive high-tech community.
Responsibilities: Conduct and publish high-quality scholarly research in a collegial environment where both intra- and inter-disciplinary collaborations are valued. Effectively teach economics courses in graduate and undergraduate programs in face-to-face or online modes as needed by the college. Participate in the profession, university service, and outreach to the local community.
Qualifications: A PhD in economics is required. A PhD from an AACSB accredited institution is preferred. Ability to teach graduate and undergraduate courses in economics is required. We prefer candidates who have a strong academic background, the ability to conduct empirical research that is publishable in high quality journals, a commitment to excellence in graduate and undergraduate education, and the potential to expand student interest and engagement in economics. We also prefer candidates who have teaching interests in multiple areas, including macroeconomics, development economics, or sports economics, and have the potential to teach practicum courses or courses that incorporate projects using real-world data. ABDs will be considered; however, all requirements for the doctoral degree must be completed by August 1, 2025 to be appointed at the rank of Assistant Professor.
APPOINTMENT DATE: Fall 2025
ABOUT THE COLLEGE: The College of Business is accredited by AACSB International and has approximately 35 tenured, tenure-track, and clinical faculty, 30 part-time faculty, 1,050 undergraduate students, and 350 graduate students. The college offers a BSBA degree with majors in accounting, analytics, finance, information systems, management, and marketing; a BS degree in economics and computational analysis; and six graduate degrees: an MBA, and specialized master’s degrees in business analytics, cybersecurity, human resource management, information systems, as well as supply chain management. UAH has been ranked by the NSF in recent years among the top 10 in the nation for federal funding of research in management and economics. The college hosts two centers and one office that provide outreach, service, and engagement with the greater community. The Center for Management and Economics Research, Small Business Development Center and Apex Accelerator, and Office of Professional and Continuing Education serve individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community and throughout the U.S with business consulting and non-degree educational services. For detailed information about the college and its programs, please visit uah.edu/business.
ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at uah.edu.
ABOUT HUNTSVILLE: Among other accolades, Huntsville has been rated in the Top 10 Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report over the last five years. Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing, and a variety of emerging specialties contribute to the vibrant economy of Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living, highly rated schools, excellent healthcare, and an outstanding overall quality of life in the Southeast. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama and is the major urban hub serving more than 1.2 million people who reside in the North Alabama region. From outdoor recreational activities to a thriving arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. Learn more at huntsville.org.
APPLICATION PROCEDURE AND DEADLINE: Applicants must submit the following via email to the search committee at ecnsearch@uah.edu: a letter of interest, a curriculum vita, evidence of teaching effectiveness (if any), a representative sample of recent research work, and three letters of recommendation. Official transcripts of all college work will be required for finalists. Review of candidates will begin immediately. Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.
Please refer to log number: 25-26-135
The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.
To apply, send a message to ecnsearch@uah.edu. (See posting for details.)