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The Economics Department of John Jay College, CUNY, invites applications for a position as Associate or Full Professor with tenure to serve as Department Chair beginning Fall 2026.

The department is dedicated to pluralism and diversity; applicants with a background in heterodox economics are strongly encouraged to apply. We will consider candidates from any field of economics. We seek a seasoned senior scholar with a broad vision, excellent communication and administrative skills, and a proven record combining scholarship with program leadership.

The Department of Economics offers an undergraduate major and an MA in Economics. The department consists of a diverse and engaged faculty committed to critical approaches to economics and to excellence in teaching, research, and service. The department consists of 12 full-time and 20 part-time faculty and an amazing administrative coordinator.

The Chair is the executive officer of the department. The elected position holds a three-year term. Chairs are compensated with reduced teaching load and partial summer salary. Responsibilities include:

• Representing the department to college administration, other academic units, and external audiences.
• Fostering faculty development, supporting scholarship, and pedagogical innovation.
• Managing the budget, class scheduling, faculty evaluation, curriculum development, and assessment.
• Student recruitment, retention, and advising.
• Promoting an environment of inclusiveness, transparency, and mutual respect.

HOW TO APPLY

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-Go to www.cuny.edu/employment

-Click “Search job postings,” then click “All Postings”

-Search for job Opening ID 31177

-Click on the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions

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