Our School of Business has a new opportunity for an Assistant Professor of Business with a focus on Asian Studies.  The position begins in August 2009.  It is on track for continuous appointment and promotion in rank.

Provide leadership and direction to a new and developing interdisciplinary minor in Asian Studies.  Teach general courses in economics, develop and teach undergraduate courses on East Asian economics, as well as economics at the MBA level.  Advise students.  Actively participate in outreach efforts to the business community in Milwaukee and Wisconsin.

The successful candidate will have a PhD or be near completion.  Requires background in economics with a primary specialization in East Asia.  Requires a documented record of successful teaching experience.  The ability to work closely with colleagues across disciplines and in a highly collaborative environment is essential.

To apply:

Send letter of application, curriculum vita, list of three professional references, statement of your philosophy of education, and evidence of successful teaching to:

Alverno College
Human Resources
3400 South 43^rd Street
P.O. Box 343922
Milwaukee, WI  53234-3922

Email:  opportunities@alverno.edu
Fax:  (414) 382-6322

Application deadline is February 28, 2009

Alverno College is a private liberal arts college with an internationally acclaimed ability-based program and diverse student body.  Our low instructor-to-student ratio and collaborative faculty contribute to a positive learning environment. We provide students with real-life, hands-on experiences in the classroom, in study-abroad opportunities and in professional internships related to their major. These experiences, among others, help to support Alverno's ranking in U.S.News & World Report's America's Best Colleges 2008 guide, "Programs to Look For", "Best Universities-Master's-Midwest Region" and "Schools to Watch" section, listing schools which implemented striking innovations and changes.

Alverno offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees including health, dental, vision, disability, long-term care, and life insurance; flexible spending plan; retirement plan with college match; and tuition remission for employees and their eligible dependents.  On-site childcare is also available.

For more information about Alverno College, visit www.alverno.edu.  Alverno is an equal opportunity employer and committed to workplace diversity.