Assistant Professor, Economics – Tenure Track

Applicants for this position should submit a:
Cover letter summarizing qualifications for the position

CV

One recent research paper

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Transcript (unofficial will suffice)

Three professional letters of recommendation

Submit required materials on The University of Akron’s online hiring system (see below)

Submit required materials through the AEA’s job application system (see below)

To apply for this position the applicant must submit all of the required materials in two steps:

The applicant must apply online through the AEA’s job application system and submit a complete application.

The applicant must submit only the cover letter and CV through The University of Akron’s online hiring system.

After submission of your application through The University of Akron’s online hiring system, return to the “My Activities” link and upload the cover letter under the my Cover Letters and Attachments section. Please note that the selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript upon hire.

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with reference to the minimum and preferred qualifications. This is the information on which the initial review of materials will be based. A resume will not be accepted in place of any information requested on the application. For assistance with your application or attachments please call Derek Brown in Human Resources at 330-972-8402.

Responsibilities

The University of Akron, Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in labor economics (JEL classification J and/or I1) and applied econometrics (JEL classification C1 or C8), starting August 2022. The successful candidate will also have potential for success in achieving external funding. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in introductory economics, econometrics, labor economics, game theory and other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising students, leading students’ capstone senior project, assisting in curriculum development, and participating in other departmental activities as assigned by the department chair.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must have a PhD in Economics by August 22, 2022 and show evidence of high potential for excellence in teaching and significant research publishable in quality peer-reviewed economics journals.

Preferred Qualifications

Willingness and ability to become proficient in teaching SAS programming for data analytics and to teach an undergraduate game theory class.

Salary

The salary range for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications. We offer a competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.

Comments

The Department of Economics is in the College of Business and offers an undergraduate B.A. degree in Economics and a B.B.A degree in Business Data Analytics. Our undergraduate programs provide majors with broad knowledge of important theoretical aspects of economics as well as expertise in empirical analysis. For further information about the department, please see www.uakron.edu/economics.

Application Deadline

Open until filled, however, review of applicants will begin December 3, 2021. We will follow AEA’s suggested timeline and conduct initial interviews online starting on Monday, January 3, 2022.

Background Check Statement

The University of Akron is committed to providing a safe environment for all students and employees. The University endeavors to protect the health, welfare and safety of all students, employees and visitors on our campus. As such, the University will require a pre-employment background check and proof of COVID-19 vaccination for all applicants selected for employment.

Effective December 13, 2021, new hires must present proof of COVID-19 vaccination, if vaccines are available and the employee is eligible, at time of hire. If a new employee is not fully vaccinated at the time of hire, the offer of employment will be contingent upon the employee becoming fully vaccinated within 60 days of hire, unless a qualifying exemption is granted for a medical, religious or reason of conscience.

About UA

As one of the largest employers in the region, The University of Akron is creating a community and workforce committed to making a difference in the lives of our students and in the region. We offer a competitive salary and benefits package to qualified candidates who are passionate about shaping and inspiring the next generation of thinkers, experts, artists and leaders.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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