"Assistant or Associate Professor in Economics"

We invite research-oriented applicants for a full-time, 10-month, tenure track position at the rank of Assistant, or Associate Professor in Economics to begin in Fall 2026 (August 16).

We invite applications from candidates in all fields of Economics, with a preference for those specializing in applied microeconomics, urban economics, and international trade. The successful candidate must demonstrate a strong commitment to maintaining an active, high-quality research agenda and excellence in teaching.

The candidate is expected to teach intermediate or other higher level economics courses, and be able to involve and interact with students in a small class setting. Candidates with experience and expertise in teaching undergraduate econometrics and intermediate microeconomics are strongly preferred. The candidate should demonstrate excellent collaborative skills and a strong commitment to participating in teaching and service in ways that align with the department’s needs and priorities.

Faculty positions at WKU offer:

A well-rounded healthcare coverage, financial assistance for academic travel, housing options and subsidy up to $3,000, home traveling up to $6,000 (2 international round-trip airfares), a reimbursement to cover relocation expenses up to $1,000, and shuttle bus to campus for work. WKU tuition waiver up to 50% for spouse/dependent children of faculty for undergraduate programs. Three-year initial contract. Six-credit course release for research per academic year for the first three years. Startup grant up to 80,000 RMB. A collegial environment. The opportunity to teach high-quality students. About 60% of graduates who pursued graduate study have been admitted to graduate schools at the World’s Top 50 Universities, and more than 80% of graduates who pursued graduate study at the World’s Top 100 Universities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Earned doctorate in Economics from an AACSB or EQUIS accredited university or anticipated completion prior to the contract start date. The position may be hired at the lecturer level, if the terminal degree is not earned by the starting date, or for other reasons
• High-quality research record or clear potential to publish in top-tier peer-reviewed journals
• Fluency in written and spoken English

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:

Applicants are REQUIRED to apply online. To receive full consideration by the search committee, candidates need to submit the following documents via Interfolio (https://apply.interfolio.com/177006).

• Cover letter
• CV Unofficial
• Transcripts
• Teaching Statement with evidence of teaching effectiveness
• Research Statement
• Contact information for three references, including references/names of potential referees from a current or recent direct supervisor.
• Writing sample

We will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to do so on a rolling basis until the positions are filled. Official transcripts for terminal degrees and three current letters of recommendation are required before appointment.

Background Screening:

Wenzhou-Kean University conducts background screenings on all job candidates upon acceptance of a contingent offer and may use a third-party administrator to conduct background screenings.

Wenzhou-Kean University is an Equal Opportunity Employer