Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Finance & Economics

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Position Title : Postdoctoral Scholar Pool - Finance & Economics

You can get further details about the nature of this opening, and what is expected from applicants, by reading the below.

The Department of Finance and Economics seeks to develop a pool of candidates for postdoctoral scholars (post-doc) positions.

A post-doc is a professional appointment designed to provide recent doctoral degree recipients with an opportunity to gain experiences and skills that will advance their careers.

A post-doc works under the supervision and sponsorship of a regular faculty member, who serves as a mentor to the post-doc.

It is expected that the faculty sponsor will provide an orientation and development plan for the post-doc, impart the realities and variety of careers available to the post-doc, and encourage learning opportunities to broaden the post-doc’s aspirations and experiences.

The appointment involves substantial and full-time commitment to research, scholarship, teaching, or other professional activities.

Eligibility for annual reappointment is contingent upon satisfactory annual performance evaluations during the term period, in addition to continuity of funding and departmental need.

For more information, please visit Postdoctoral Scholar Appointments, AA / PPS No. 04.01.24 (7.21) .

This posting is for the fall 2024, spring 2025, and summer 2024 / 2025 semesters. Please note that this posting is not intended to convey that such a need currently exists.

Applicants applying for a pool post-doc position will be available to the departmental search committee for consideration in case the need arises.

Required Qualifications : Recently awarded a Ph.D. or equivalent doctorate.

Preferred Qualifications : Previous teaching experience is preferred.

Application Procedures : The Department of Finance and Economics will accept applications from qualified applicants on a continual basis.

Only applications submitted through the Texas State University website will be accepted and considered : https : / / jobs.

hr.txstate.edu / postings / 46755 .

Interested individuals should submit a current CV, letter of interest outlining specific academic and professional experiences relevant for a postdoc research appointment, statement of research interests, unofficial transcripts (all in one document), and two letters of recommendation.

As part of our application process, we are requesting contact information for three (3) academic references who can provide information about the applicant’s research skills and experiences.

Please provide the names and email addresses for your academic references in the Reference Letter section of the employment application.

The selected candidate will be required to provide official transcripts from the highest degree granting institution.

Type of Position : Temporary Full-Time or Part-Time

Proposed Start Date : FY25

Posting Date : 05 / 17 / 2024

Evaluation of Applications Begins : Full Consideration Date 05 / 31 / 2025

Close Date : Open Until Filled? Yes

EEO / AA Statement : Texas State University is an Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.

Reasonable Accommodation : If you experience accessibility issues or require alternative formatting during the application process due to a disability or underlying condition, we request that you contact Talent Acquisition for assistance.

A representative from Talent Acquisition will respond to you as soon as possible.

Record Checks and Verifications : Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

Eligibility for Employment : Proper documentation of identity and eligibility for employment will be required before the hiring process can be completed.

Why Work at Texas State? Texas State University is home to more than 38,000 students and 2,000 faculty members in the growing Austin-San Antonio corridor.

A member of the Doctoral Universities : Higher Research Activity Carnegie classification, the university creates new knowledge, fosters cultural and economic development, and prepares its growing population of diverse students for the endless possibilities that await them as citizens of Texas, the nation, and the world.

Bolstered by research with relevance and innovation in creative and scholarly work in a full range of academic disciplines and a spirit of inclusiveness, Texas State seeks outstanding candidates for a variety of faculty positions.

Required Application Materials :

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter
• Unofficial Transcripts (all in one document)
• Statement of Research Interests
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

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