Assistant Professor (Applied Microeconomics) - Department of Economics

Essential Functions:

The candidate must conduct research at the highest levels that can be published at the top journals in Economics; teach economics courses at the undergraduate and graduate level; serve as a research mentor to doctoral students; and interact effectively with colleagues through department service to support and enhance the intellectual atmosphere of the department. 

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

1) A PhD in Economics or related field by appointment start date or shortly after

2) A promising and ambitious research agenda in Applied Microeconomics

Desired Qualifications: 

1) A strong research agenda in applied microeconomics with research expertise complementing the Department, ideally with either published or forthcoming papers in premier academic journals
2) Teaching experience
3) Demonstrated knowledge of AI tools through innovative teaching practices, cutting-edge research, and/or through leadership in academic or professional communities.

Application Instructions

Application deadline is November 1, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool.  Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled.  Candidates will be asked to create or use an existing Interfolio Dossier to submit the following:

1.  Cover letter that addresses the above criteria
2. Curriculum Vitae
3. Research Paper(s)
4. Up to four confidential letters of recommendation

Department of Economics: Faculty members publish their work in the top journals of their fields, are key contributors to prestigious associations and editorial boards, and regularly present their research papers at major institutions and conferences around the world. Many top researchers visit the department to present their work at regular seminars and conferences. All this translates into high quality instruction at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.  For more information about the Department of Economics, please see https://wpcarey.asu.edu/economics-degrees.

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