Assistant Professor, Environmental and Natural Resource Economics

Job Summary

The Department of Resource Economics invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position, expected to start on September 1, 2026.

Essential Functions

Applicants should have a research focus in applied microeconomics and econometrics, specifically in the area of environmental and natural resource economics (ENRE). Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. The new hire is expected to develop a nationally recognized research agenda to add to the Department’s ENRE research focus. Teaching responsibilities will include undergraduate and graduate courses in microeconomics, econometrics, and ENRE. A wide range of interdisciplinary research opportunities are available across the University of Massachusetts Amherst campus, including through the Computational Social Sciences Initiative, Energy Transition Initiative, and the Institute for Social Science Research.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants are required to have a Ph.D. in agricultural/resource/applied economics, economics, econometrics or a related field as of September 1, 2026. Research complementarities with the department’s other focus areas will be considered.

Additional Details

The Department of Resource Economics has 25 faculty, approximately 500 undergraduate majors, and 30 graduate students (70% are Ph.D. students). We place special emphasis on high quality research, faculty-student interaction, and cooperation among faculty. We share a fundamental commitment to teach and attract a diverse student body.

Working Conditions

Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.

Work Schedule and Work Arrangement

This position will start on September 1, 2026.

Salary Information

The University of Massachusetts Amherst expects to pay within an approximate range between $85,000 and $122,000 for this position. Please note:
The low-end of the pay range in all faculty searches at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is the minimum salary for the rank included in the collective bargaining agreement between the University and the Massachusetts Society of Professors, UMass Amherst/MTA/NEA.
The high-end of the pay range reflects an increase above the median of salaries at this rank within the department for faculty who may have multiple years of faculty experience.
The specific pay for this position will be determined by the University based on consideration of all relevant factors, including faculty rank and required or relevant certifications, when and if it decides to extend an offer of employment.

Special Instructions for Applicants

Along with the application, please submit the following:
A letter of interest addressed to Professor Jamie Mullins, Search Committee Chair, Department of Resource Economics, 80 Campus Center Way, University of Massachusetts, Amherst, MA 01003, USA.
A curriculum vitae.
Transcripts from Ph.D. program.
Up to three (3) sample works published or in preparation within the past five (5) years that the applicant believes show their strongest work.
Research and teaching statements are requested but not required. The former should describe the candidate’s past, current, and future research activities, the latter, the candidate’s teaching philosophy and evidence (if available) of quality teaching.
Applicants are encouraged to provide a one-page statement describing how their skills, experience, and commitments align with the goals and values outlined in the university’s strategic plan, including advancing equity and inclusive excellence.
Names and contact information for three (3) references who are willing to submit letters upon request through the UMass online application system.
Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received on or before April 16, 2026. The search will continue until the position is filled. We will be conducting preliminary interviews remotely in April 2026. Inquiries should be sent to ENRE2026search@umass.edu.
*This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.*