Assistant Professor in Applied Econometrics

The Department of Economics is seeking a tenure-track assistant professor in applied econometrics beginning August 2022. The Department invites applicants with expertise in applied econometrics, in addition to interests that complement the department’s existing strengths in applied microeconomics. The successful candidate is expected to develop an outstanding research program emphasizing empirical analysis, provide excellent teaching, and supervise undergraduate and graduate student research.

In 2015, the University of Nebraska-Lincoln opened a Federal Statistical Research Data Center (RDC) (https://www.census.gov/fsrdc) which provides researchers with access to restricted federal micro-level data from the Census Bureau, National Center for Health Statistics, the Bureau of Economic Analysis, the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and other federal agencies. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to develop research projects using RDC data.

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Minimum Required Qualifications

A strong background in applied econometrics.

Research interests emphasizing empirical analysis that complements the department’s existing strengths in applied microeconomics.

Interest in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, including the core Ph.D. econometrics sequence.

A Ph.D. in Economics.

At least one paper published or accepted for publication in a high-quality journal.

Preferred Qualifications

Evidence of research excellence in applied econometrics that complements the department’s strengths in applied microeconomics.

Multiple papers published or accepted for publication in high quality journals.

At least one semester of teaching experience in statistics or econometrics.

Expressed interest in working with the RDC, described above.

Posted Salary

How to Apply

Click “Apply to this Job” and complete the information form. Attach the following documents:

A cover letter.

Curriculum vitae.

Samples of written work, evidence of teaching interest, and evidence of teaching experience (combine into one document and attach as “Other Document”).

Names of three (3) references.