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Associate or Full Professor – Chair, Department Economics

FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

ABOUT THE COLLEGE

John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, it is ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and it is a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. John Jay is proud to serve a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students that includes nearly fifty percent students who are first in their family to attend college as well as students who are immigrants, from low-income families, or from other historically underrepresented groups in higher education.

The College participates in the doctoral programs of the Graduate Center of CUNY, and offers bachelor’s and master’s degrees both in traditional criminal justice-related fields of study as well as in a robust portfolio of liberal arts and sciences programs that highlight themes of justice across the arts, sciences, humanities, and social sciences.

The College seeks staff and faculty members who thrive in multicultural academic environments and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Economics Department of John Jay College, City University of New York, invites applications for candidates for an appointment 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 and development. A strong record of securing external funding—both research and institutional grants—is essential, as the next Chair will play a leading role in building the department’s research profile and strengthening its institutional capacity.

The Department of Economics offers both an undergraduate major as well as an MA in Economics and contributes courses to many general education and interdisciplinary programs across the College. 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 administrative coordinator.

The Department Chair is the executive officer of the department and is expected to carry out its policies and goals. Responsibilities include:

+ Representing the department to college administration, other academic units, and external audiences.

+ Forging and maintaining relationships with similarly minded academic institutions, government agencies, and not-for-profit/advocacy organizations.

+ Providing leadership in fostering faculty development, supporting scholarship, and promoting innovative pedagogy.

+ Serving as a leader in securing external funding, including research grants and institutional grants that strengthen the department’s academic and programmatic mission.

+ Managing departmental administration including the budget, class scheduling, faculty evaluation, curriculum development and Learning Outcomes assessment.

+ Overseeing recruitment, mentoring, and evaluation of faculty and adjuncts.

+ Supporting student recruitment, retention, and advising.

+ Promoting an environment of inclusiveness, transparency, and mutual respect within the department.

The Chairperson position is an elected role, confirmed by the department faculty every three years.

Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm and demonstrated commitment to teaching and to develop and maintain an active research and publication agenda. The successful candidate must be eager and qualified to work with our diverse student body. As demonstrated in John Jay College’s Seven Principles for a Culturally Responsive, Inclusive, and Anti-Racist Curriculum ( https://new.jjay.cuny.edu/sites/default/files/2023-08/7\_Princip\_Cultur\_Resp\_Incl\_AntiRacist\_Curric\_Adopt\_4.8.21-brief.pdf ),

the College seeks a faculty member who thrives in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and is committed to both access and excellence in higher education.

QUALIFICATIONS

A PhD in Economics or a related discipline with a track record of scholarship in economic issues, broadly defined.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Academic administrative experience with evidence of successful budget and personnel management; excellence in teaching; a distinguished record of scholarly activity appropriate for tenured appointment at the rank of associate or full professor.

COMPENSATION

$74,249 - $129,041 for Associate Professor; $91,878 - $136,546 for Full Professor. Salary commensurate with education and credentials.

CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

HOW TO APPLY

If you are viewing the job posting on any website other than CUNYFirst, please follow the instructions below:

1. Navigate to www.cuny.edu

2. Select “Employment”

3. Select “Search Job Postings”

4. Create an Account

5. After creating an account, return to the Job Search page and select “Apply Now”

Once registered or logged in, candidates should submit the following: an application letter with a statement of research and teaching interests and how they would contribute to the diversity mission of the institution, including an outline of teaching philosophy with a discussion of their ability to create an equitable and accessible learning environment for our students, C.V., names of three references along with contact information. All items to be uploaded must be combined in a single document preferably in PDF format.

CLOSING DATE

Review of resumes to begin December 1st, 2025.

Posting closes on December 30, 2025.

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EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

Job ID

31177

Location

John Jay College