Economist Position at Thompson Rivers University
2 weeks ago
The Department of Economics at Thompson Rivers University invites applicants for a tenure-track appointment in applied microeconomics. As a research faculty member, you will maintain an active research agenda while teaching five sections per academic year. Our sections are generally less than 40 students, allowing for a good relationship with our students. In the first year, the teaching load is reduced by one course. Research faculty receive start-up money for research activities.
This position entails teaching economics courses from within the undergraduate and graduate courses offered on-campus in Kamloops, BC. You will also make a strong ongoing service contribution to the department, school, university, and/or the broader community.
About the Department of EconomicsThe Department of Economics is one of five departments in the Bob Gaglardi School of Business and Economics. We are a supportive and collegial team, with thirteen full-time faculty members. The Department offers and contributes to a wide range of programs, including:
- A Major in Economics within the Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA) degree and the Bachelor of Arts degree as well as majors in specialty areas such as Mathematics and Economics and Economics and Political Studies.
- Teaching and supervision within the Master in Environmental Economics and Management, Master of Science in Environmental Economics and Management, and Master of Business Administration.
- A Post Baccalaureate Diploma in Economics.
- A minor in Economics and minors in specialty areas such as Environmental Economics and Sustainable Development and Economics and Math.
In addition, we deliver core courses to all BBA, and post baccalaureate students.
About Thompson Rivers UniversityThompson Rivers University is a comprehensive university with over 25,000 on-campus and online students and more than 100 undergraduate and graduate programs in eight diverse faculties. We celebrate academic excellence and excel at providing exceptional experiential learning opportunities. Our students and faculty reflect the local, national, and global community.
We provide a rich and engaging student-centred environment where students and faculty know each other by name. We strive to create inclusive and rewarding student experiences, both on and off campus.
About the BenefitsThompson Rivers University offers competitive salary, benefits, and a defined benefit pension plan. We also provide personal development funds and sabbaticals outlined by the TRUFA collective agreement. Our researchers have the opportunity to apply to a variety of research funding sources available.
Our classes and offices are located on a spectacular campus with panoramic views of the Thompson Rivers and surrounding mountains. We offer a country in the city feeling that is unlike most other universities.
About the LocationThompson Rivers University is located in Kamloops, British Columbia. Life in the sunny interior of British Columbia provides immediate access to some of the most incredible outdoor experiences Canada has to offer. Kamloops is within 30 minutes from many beautiful freshwater lakes and only three and a half hours from Vancouver. With a relatively mild winter and spectacularly warm and dry summers, Kamloops offers a high quality of life.
We are a safe community to raise a family and maintain reasonable housing prices. To learn more about living in Kamloops and Thompson Rivers University, please visit our website.
About the Application ProcessAssessment of applications will begin in October 2024 and will continue until the position is filled. Interested applicants must submit the following:
- Cover letter
- Curriculum Vitae
- Statement of research interest
- Examples of scholarly research such as job market paper, publications, conference papers, working papers, monographs, etc.
- A teaching dossier including a statement of teaching philosophy, peer teaching assessments (if applicable), student teaching evaluations (if applicable), course outlines (if applicable), and any other materials that demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching.
Short-listed applicants will be required to provide at least three letters of reference and reference contact information. A copy of transcripts at the time of an interview or preferably before is also required.
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