Assistant Professor of Economics
Job no: 504414
Work type: Full-Time
Location: Malibu Campus
Categories: Teaching
The Social Science Division of the Seaver College of Letters, Arts, and Sciences at Pepperdine University invites applications for two tenure-track faculty positions in Economics to begin August 1, 2026. We are open to candidates with various specialties who are willing and able to teach introductory and intermediate courses in macroeconomic theory, microeconomic theory, or econometrics (or some combination of the three) in addition to courses in their specialties. Qualifications include a Ph.D. in Economics (although candidates who are ABD will also be considered), an active scholarly agenda, and a commitment to teaching excellence in a Christian liberal arts environment.
Pepperdine’s undergraduate Seaver College is a residential liberal arts college of approximately 3,500 students situated in Malibu, California. Successful applicants must have an active commitment to the Christian mission of the University and reflect on their willingness to support the mission of Seaver College in their application materials.
Application Instructions
Review of applicants will begin on October 1, 2025 and will continue until the position is filled.
To apply, please submit the following application materials via this link:
- A cover letter
- A curriculum vitae
- A response to the University’s Christian mission
- Transcripts of all graduate work (copies are acceptable during the application process; however, official transcripts will be required for selected applicants)
- Names and contact information for three references (these should be the same individuals who will provide a Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation if the candidate proceeds with interviews)
Qualified individuals should be able to show respect for workplace differences, and have the ability to work effectively with individuals from different backgrounds.
Offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal, education, and employment screening. The University conducts such screenings in compliance with applicable laws and with the objectives of evaluating risk and supporting a safe environment for students, faculty, staff, and guests; safeguarding key University assets including people, property, information, and the University’s reputation; and providing comprehensive job-related information to University leaders to enable them to make prudent hiring decisions. Individuals will be required to disclose criminal convictions on a designated form after receiving a conditional offer of employment; failure to disclose accurate information may result in withdrawal of the offer or termination of employment. Qualified individuals with criminal histories will be considered for employment in compliance with applicable laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.
This is a Full-Time, Exempt, 40 hour per week position with two vacancies.
Expected Pay Range: $115,000 - $125,000 per year
The above pay range reflects what Pepperdine University reasonably expects to pay for this position at time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on relevant factors such as work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skill level. In addition to base pay, Pepperdine offers a robust and highly competitive benefits package.
Pepperdine is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not unlawfully discriminate on the basis of any status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.
Please address any inquiries regarding the position to the chair of the search committee:
Dr. Robert Sexton (Robert.Sexton@pepperdine.edu)
Social Science Division
Seaver College, Pepperdine University
24255 Pacific Coast Highway
Malibu, CA 90263
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