Assistant Professor of Economics and Business – Economics

Assistant Professor of Economics and Business – Economics Hendrix College invites applications for a tenure-track position as an assistant professor of economics and business in the area of economics to begin in August 2027. While we welcome candidates with broad interests in the field of economics, candidates with interests in health, environmental, or behavioral economics are particularly encouraged to apply.

Primary teaching duties will include introductory and upper-level economics courses such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, statistics, econometrics, economic research, and upper-level economics electives. The normal teaching load is three courses per semester. The terminal degree requirement is a Ph.D. in Economics; ABD will be considered.

Celebrated among the country’s leading liberal arts colleges for academic quality, engaged learning opportunities and career preparation, vibrant campus life, and value, Hendrix has been named one of the nation’s Most Innovative Schools in the latest U.S. News & World Report Best Colleges rankings and is featured in Colleges That Change Lives: 45 Schools That Will Change the Way You Think About Colleges.

The College seeks to extend its tradition of excellence in teaching and scholarship by attracting faculty who combine mastery of their disciplines with broad intellectual interests and commitment to the aims of a liberal arts college. Candidates who are excited to contribute to our new Via Hendrix curriculum, which combines hands-on work experience with a strong liberal arts education, are particularly encouraged to apply.

Applications should include a cover letter addressing the candidate’s interest in teaching in a liberal arts environment, a curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and graduate and undergraduate transcripts (unofficial transcripts are acceptable at this stage). In addition, three letters of recommendation should be requested and sent by e-mail to Faculty.

Recs@hendrix.edu. Applications can be submitted at www.hendrix.edu/jobs. Review of materials will begin October 26, 2026 and will continue until the position is filled. Please direct questions to Gina Bergfeld at bergfeld@hendrix.edu, particularly if you are interested in more information about the position in advance of applying.

Hendrix is a distinguished liberal arts college located in Conway, Arkansas, thirty miles from Little Rock at the foothills of the Ozark Mountains. The College, affiliated with the United Methodist Church, has a strong commitment to excellence in teaching liberal arts and career preparation. Hendrix College is an equal opportunity employer, and all applications will be considered without regard to race, gender, disability, sexual orientation, national origin or any other characteristic specified by law.

The College is committed to maintaining an atmosphere of civility and respect for all students, faculty, and staff.