Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics – Hamilton College

Job Listing Details

• Institute: Hamilton College

• Vacancy: Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics

• Job Sector: Higher Education / Economics / Teaching

• Location: Central New York

• Salary Range: $97,475 to $100,600 (9-month base salary)

• Start Date: July 1, 2026

• Application Review Begins: Immediately (Position open as of February 13, 2026)

• Application Method: Online via Interfolio

Job Description

Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics – Hamilton College

The Economics Department at Hamilton College invites applications for a one-year visiting position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2026.

The Role & Responsibilities: We seek candidates who will be strong teachers capable of adding to our curriculum.

• Teaching Load: The teaching load for this position is five (5) courses per year.

• Student Engagement: Candidates must demonstrate their experience in teaching or working with broadly diverse student populations. You will be expected to contribute to a vibrant learning community that values academic freedom, creativity, and intellectual curiosity.

Candidate Qualifications:

• Candidates with ABD (All But Dissertation) will be considered.

• Candidates with a Ph.D. are preferred.

About Hamilton College: Hamilton College is a residential liberal arts college located in central New York. The College has built its reputation on the teaching excellence and leading scholarship of its faculty, and on the academic distinction and intellectual curiosity of its approximately 2,000 students.

• Campus Environment: Accomplished faculty and highly capable, motivated students operate with a student-faculty ratio of 9:1. This provides an educational experience that emphasizes academic excellence, intellectual and cultural diversity, and respect for differences.

• Commitment to Diversity: Hamilton’s commitment to diversity is embodied in its need-blind admission policy for US Citizens and Permanent Residents. Hamilton meets the full demonstrated financial need for all admitted and enrolled students during their four years on campus.

• Benefits: Hamilton College is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive community. The institution provides domestic partner benefits and offers resources for dual-career considerations.

How to Apply:

The institution is using Interfolio’s Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials free of charge. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

1. Required Documents: Candidates should submit a cover letter, a current C.V., a research sample, three reference letters, and a graduate transcript.

2. Cover Letter Requirement: Your cover letter should explicitly address the ways in which you would enhance the educational experience of students and further the College’s educational goals.

3. Application Link: Apply online by visiting https://apply.interfolio.com/181681.

4. Inquiries: Questions regarding the search may be directed to Wei Zhan, Search Committee Chair, at wzhan@hamilton.edu.