Johns Hopkins Teaching Opportunity

Summer 2013 Employment Opportunities:
Instructors and Teaching Assistants

The Johns Hopkins University Center for Talented Youth (CTY) is seeking instructors and teaching assistants for our summer programs. CTY offers challenging academic programs for highly talented elementary, middle, and high school students from across the country and around the world. Information regarding our summer programs can be found at www.cty.jhu.edu/summer. Positions are available at residential and day sites at different locations on the east and west coasts.*

We are currently seeking individuals with expertise in a number of Economics-related subjects:
·         Fundamentals of Microeconomics
·         Macroeconomics and the Global Economy
·         Game Theory and Economics
·         Probability and Game Theory
·         The Mathematics of Money

For detailed course descriptions, please visit http://cty.jhu.edu/jobs/summer/courses/math_computer_science.html

Why teach for CTY?
·   opportunity to teach motivated and talented students a subject they love
·   limited class size (maximum of 15 students) ensures a low student-teacher ratio
·   all classes are taught by both an instructor and teaching assistant
·   opportunity to work in an environment with colleagues who share similar interests
·   competitive salary plus room and board at our residential sites

2013 Program Core Dates:*
·   Session 1: June 20 - July 13, 2013
·   Session 2: July 13 - August 3, 2013

More Information
·   Instructor and Teaching Assistant positions: www.cty.jhu.edu/jobs/summer/positions/
·   Employment with CTY: www.cty.jhu.edu/jobs/summer

*For a full list of locations and dates, please visit http://cty.jhu.edu/jobs/summer/sites_dates.html. We also have an international program in Hong Kong.

Questions? Contact us at (410) 735-6185 or ctysummer@jhu.edu.

ERS Position--Ag Economist

The Economic Research Service (ERS) conducts broad programs of economic and other social science research and analysis relating to agriculture, food, natural resources and rural America for use by public and private decision makers. ERS' clients are the executive and legislative branches; environmental, consumer and public interest groups, including farm and industry groups; and the general public.

The Resource and Rural Economics Division (RRED) provides high quality, relevant, and objective information and economic analysis on interactions among natural resources, environmental quality, and agricultural and non-agricultural activities in rural communities. RRED monitors and analyzes the multiple links between the rural economy--agriculture and nonagricultural sectors--and natural resources and environmental quality.

The Farm and Rural Business Branch (FRB) develops, interprets and disseminates current analyses and longer term perspectives on the financial structure, performance, and viability of farms, the farm sector, and rural areas.

 DUTIES: The incumbent performs economic analysis and research, either providing technical support to higher graded economists, or independently performing assignments in accordance with established precedents. Specifically, the incumbent's assignment involves analysis and research to help determine the level and distribution of farm income and the value-added, assets and debt of farms and the farm sector.

The incumbent, working on project teams, conducts limited economic analyses and research related to the financial position and performance of farms and the farm sector in the U.S. economy. The incumbent helps plan and conduct economic analyses and assists other economists by conducting segments of larger, more complex studies undertaken by the Agency. The primary focus of the incumbent's work is assisting in the establishment of estimates and forecasts of farm income and value-added and farm assets and liabilities, providing perspective on changes in the economic and financial environment affecting farm operations and the farm sector that are distributed through a variety of electronic and print media.

For more information see: USA Jobs Listing

Sr. Research Analyst, National Restaurant Assc.

The National Restaurant Asscociation is looking for a Senior Research Analyst. Candidates must have a four year degree in Economics, Business or a related field, but a master's degree is preferred. The position requires the candidate to conduct primary and secondary research on assigned topics and summarizes findings in reports, articles and newsletters; possesses superior quantitative and qualitative analytical and research abilities; possesses strong writing and computer skills; writes reports and articles on economic/industry trends and restaurant issues; serves as an internal and external resource for research and analysis; works with external research suppliers for specific projects that need to be outsourced. For more information on how to apply, see http://www.restaurant.org/aboutus/careers/.

MA Program Reception

Please join the Department of Economics at a reception to celebrate our

MA program

Thursday, November 29, 2012

6:00 – 9:00 PM pm

Kreeger Hall

This is your chance to eat, drink and be merry while catching up with friends, professors and colleagues. Current students and alumni will find it to be a valuable opportunity to network with other DC-area economists. It is also your chance to tell prospective students how wonderful the MA in Economics program is!

We hope you can join us and show your support for the Department's MA program.

Questions should be directed to Kara Reynolds

at (202) 885-3768 or reynolds@american.edu

Greenberg Masters Seminar

The Center for Teaching, Research, and Learning is sponsoring a seminar for MA and MFA students based upon our highly successful Greenberg PhD Seminars for Effective Teaching.  This one-day workshop is designed for Masters Degree students who are considering teaching at either a community college or four-year institution after they complete their degree.  The session focuses on topics such as:  how to design a course, write a syllabus, give effective lectures, lead discussions, and assess student work.

NOTE: The content of this program replicates the pilot Greenberg MA program that was offered last year.

The Greenberg Masters Seminar will meet on Sunday, October 28th from 9am to 3pm in the Founder’s Room of the SIS building.  A light breakfast with coffee will be served in the morning.  Lunch will also be provided.

Register online at https://www.surveymonkey.com/s/2012GbMasters.  Attendees will be registered on a first-come first served basis.  Admission is limited to the first 50 applicants.  Participants will receive a confirmation and reminder email approximately one week before the scheduled workshop.

If you have any questions or need more information on this program, please contact Meghan Foster at mfoster@american.edu.

Short Term Consultant Position

The global macro team in the Development Economic Prospects Group is looking for someone with an MA in Economics with good programming skills (particularly in E-views) for a short term consultant position. Feel free to contact me if you are interested.

Promoting Success in Graduate School

Office of the Provost

Vice Provost for Graduate Studies and Research

Graduate Enhancement Workshop Series

“Promoting Success in Graduate School”

Wednesday, October 10, 2012

5:00-7:00pm

GRC

Presented by Jonathan Tubman, Vice Provost for Graduate Studies and Research

This workshop will provide a broad overview of factors predictive of success in graduate education and career development.  Topics discussed will include:  student-faculty engagement in graduate education, mentoring, establishing a research trajectory; peer review and publication processes, developing a professional identity, financing your education and more. This workshop is ideal for Master’s and PhD students in all academic disciplines!

RSVP no later than 12 noon October 10^th at gradstudies@american.edu

Please contact Anita Brown at abrown@america.edu with questions about this workshop.  Can’t make this workshop? Go to http://www.american.edu/provost/grad/upcoming-events.cfm for more workshop information and news on upcoming workshops and events!