Assistant Professor / Lecturer in Economics

Job Title : Assistant Professor / Lecturer in Economics

Location : Tifton, GA

Regular / Temporary : Regular

Full / Part Time : Full-Time

Job ID : 288565

Job Summary

Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Economics

Position Description :

The Stafford School of Business at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College is seeking an Assistant Professor or Lecturer in Business starting January 2026. This person will be responsible for teaching undergraduate courses in economics through in-person and online formats.

The faculty in this position will also be expected to engage in continuing preparation and study, contribute to the development of our student's growth, and serve the College and community.

The successful candidate will demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, service, and have a strong desire to be a collegial member of Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College.

Required Qualifications Include :

• Applicants with a terminal degree in Economics or a related field from an accredited institution would be considered for the rank of Assistant Professor, a tenure-track 10-month faculty position.
• Individuals with a master¿s degree in economics, or a closely related field, will be considered and would be appointed at the rank of Lecturer, a non-tenure-track 10-month faculty appointment. The successful candidate will be credentialed to teach courses in economics. A minimum of 18 graduate credits in economics coursework is required.
• Knowledge of, or willingness to learn, online course delivery methods and teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred.
• Superior written and oral communication skills.
• A demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, students, and business / community groups.

Salary and Terms : Salary placement is based on evaluation and experience.

Appointment Date : January 1, 2026.

To apply, please locate the position on the ABAC Careers website (https : / / link.abac.edu / CAREERS), complete the online application, and upload the following materials : a cover letter explaining your qualifications and interest in the position, a current copy of your CV, copies of unofficial transcripts for all colleges / universities attended, and contact information for three professional references.

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section8 / C224 / #p8.2.18_personnel_conduct .

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https : / / www.usg.edu / policymanual / section6 / C2653 .

Equal Employment Opportunity

Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender or sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, or genetic information in its programs and activities, including admissions and employment, as required by Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and changes made by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and other applicable statutes, regulations, and USG and ABAC policies. For questions or more detailed information, please contact Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College's Human Resources Office at (229) 391-4887.