Z1 Economics of China

The Departments of Economics and Asian Studies at Furman University invite applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, beginning August 2009. We seek an individual who can teach an undergraduate-level course on the Economics of China as well as introductory economics and economics electives related to the economies of Asia. Completion or near completion of Ph.D. is required. Ample experience in China, an advanced level of Chinese language ability, and a willingness to take part in the university study abroad programs in China are essential.

Furman University is a private, highly selective liberal arts college of about 2,600 residential students located in the city of Greenville, South Carolina, which is situated in the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains within a short driving distance of Charlotte, Atlanta, and Asheville. The teaching load is five courses per year. Furman University values excellence in teaching, active scholarship, and effective participation in the life of the university.

Candidates should submit a letter of application, CV, statement of teaching philosophy, and a sample of scholarly work in .doc or .pdf format to Lynn Lawless at humanresources@furman.edu. Three letters of reference should be sent to Economics Search Committee, c/o Ken Peterson, Department of Economics, Furman University, 3300 Poinsett Highway, Greenville, SC 29613. Applications should be submitted by November 20. Preliminary interviews will take place at the ASSA meeting in San Francisco. Furman University is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer.