Assistant Professor of Economics

Description

Central College of Pella, Iowa, is a private, four-year liberal arts college with an active student body and a community centered on engaged citizenship. Central is known for its academic rigor, leadership and character formation as outlined in our Mission Statement. Central College is a welcoming learning community committed to vigorous and open inquiry as the best preparation for lives of integrity, creativity, and adaptability.

Founded in 1853 and shaped by its Christian heritage, Central College invites learners of all backgrounds and faiths to join us in the pursuit of knowledge, opportunity, and fulfillment. Central participates in NCAA Division III athletics and is a member of the American Rivers Conference.

Central's home is Pella, Iowa, a thriving community of more than 10,000. Pella impressively appears in Oprah's 60 Charming American Towns You Haven't Heard of But Should Visit ASAP. The community is famous for its annual Tulip Time Festival, its Dutch pastries, unique architecture and its fully functional windmill. Pella is just minutes from Red Rock Lake, Iowa's largest lake, and is the corporate headquarters of several international companies, including Vermeer Corporation, Pella Corporation, PPI and Lely North America.

Central is an active partner with Pella and the Greater Des Moines region.

Central College is seeking an Assistant Professor of Economics to teach introductory and upper-level macroeconomics courses in addition to International Trade, Finance and other specific areas of interest beginning August of 2026. Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Economics or related field.

An established record of scholarship as demonstrated by a peer-reviewed publication and/or a conference presentation is required.

Candidates recommended for employment are subject to a background check. Please submit the following materials online:

1. A letter of application relating your qualifications to the position and the College.

2. An updated curriculum vita.

3. Copies of undergraduate and graduate transcripts.

4. A one-page statement of teaching philosophy.

Please arrange for three confidential letters of reference addressing the candidate's qualifications sent electronically tocentralvpaa or mailed to:
Vice President for Academic Affairs & Dean of the Faculty, Central College, 812 University, Pella, Iowa 50219.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by January 19, 2026.

Central College is an equal opportunity employer and a drug/tobacco free workplace. Academic positions at Central College use E-Verify.

Candidates must possess a Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Economics or related field.