Description
Teach undergraduate and graduate economics courses; conduct original research, publish findings, advise students, and provide service to the department, university, and profession.
- • Design and deliver undergraduate and graduate lectures in econometrics, microeconomics, and macroeconomics.
- • Develop syllabi, assignments, problem sets, and other course materials.
- • Assess and grade coursework, exams, and research papers.
- • Create, administer, and oversee examinations and other assessments.
- • Stay current in economics through literature review, seminars, and conferences.
- • Maintain accurate records of attendance, grades, and academic progress.
- • Facilitate discussions, case analyses, and active learning in class.
- • Hold regular office hours to advise and support students.
- • Select and adopt textbooks, software, and instructional resources.
- • Lead curriculum design and revise course content and teaching methods.
- • Conduct original research and publish in peer-reviewed journals and books.
- • Supervise undergraduate and graduate research, theses, and dissertations, and mentor teaching assistants.
- • Advise students on academic pathways, research opportunities, and careers.
- • Serve on departmental, college, and university committees.
- • Collaborate with colleagues on teaching initiatives and research projects.
- • Curate reading lists and bibliographies for advanced study.
- • Support student recruitment, orientation, and placement efforts.
- • Perform administrative duties, including program coordination or acting as department chair, when assigned.
- • Seek external funding by preparing grant proposals and managing awards.
- • Present research at conferences and academic seminars.
- • Provide professional consulting or policy guidance to government or industry.
- • Advise and sponsor student organizations and honors societies.
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Last reviewed: Jan 2026
