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Institution
Black Hills State University

Working Title
Assistant Professor, Economics

Posting Number
F01467P

Department
BHSU-School of Business

Physical Location of Position (City)
Spearfish

Posting Text

The School of Business at Black Hills State University seeks to hire an assistant professor for an on-campus, tenure-track position (nine-month contract) in economics starting August 2024.

Faculty members have defined responsibilities in teaching, scholarship/research, and service (University, professional, and community). The School of Business is AACSB accredited and offers undergraduate business programs in Professional Accountancy and Business Administration with the following specializations: accounting, economics, entrepreneurial studies, human resources management, management, and marketing. The School of Business also offers an MBA in applied management.

DUTIES:

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, in Spearfish, Rapid City and online in economics and possibly business statistics. The standard teaching load is eight courses per academic year. Summer teaching is optional.
• Engage in appropriate research/scholarly activities.
  Participate in service activities, included those associated with the maintenance of AACSB accreditation.

QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:

• PhD in Economics. ABDs will be considered, with the expectation of completion within one year from the initial contract start date. If the candidate is ABD, the initial contract will be at $4,000 lower salary and a term contract. A salary increase and tenure track will be granted upon degree completion.
• Maintain Academically Qualified status with respect to AACSB-based standards.
• Ability to publish scholarly articles economics/business peer-reviewed journals.

Preferred:

• Experience teaching at the undergraduate and/or graduate levels.
• Strong collegial and collaborative skills.
• Prior peer-reviewed journal publications.
• The ability to teach and develop courses in the applicant's area(s) of expertise.

COMMENTS:

Sponsorship is not available for this position.

TO APPLY:

Applications must be made online at http://Yourfuture.sdbor.edu. To apply, complete the online application and attach a letter of application, CV, copies of transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (including all course evaluations) and the names and contact information for three references. Letters of reference/recommendation are not accepted. This position is open until filled with a first review date of June 15, 2024, at 11 p.m. (Mountain time). For application assistance, please contact Human Resources at 605.642.6545. Inquiries specific to the position should be directed to Kyle Kopplin, PhD, Assistant Professor of Economics, Kyle.Kopplin@bhsu.edu.

Black Hills State University is an EEO/AA employer. Employment is dependent upon a satisfactory background check.

Posting Date
05/17/2024

Closing Date

Open Until Filled
Yes

First Consideration Date
06/15/2024

Advertised Salary
$87,000 - $92,000 DOE/Q

Duration of the Term
9 months

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Appointment Percent
100%

Tenure Status
Tenure Track

Proposed Rank
Assistant Professor

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Appointment Type
Regular

Scope of Search
External (includes Internal)

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Department Description and Cultural Expectations

Black Hills State University is a masters-level state university with more than 3,600 students. The campus leads the region in sustainability efforts and maintains top academic programs in business (AACSB Accredited), exercise science, natural sciences, social sciences, the arts, mass communication, health sciences and education. The University, founded in 1883, is located in the northern Black Hills, a region abundant with outdoor activity and culture. Spearfish, S.D., is recognized as one of the top 10 most livable small towns in the USA and has also been recognized nationally for outdoor recreational opportunities. A second location, BHSU-RC, is in Rapid City, the state's second-largest city. BHSU, a member of NCAA Division II athletics, offers 14 sports, and has a legacy of champion rodeo teams.


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