"Assistant Professor"

Job Details

Position Summary

The Department of Economics in the Terry College of Business at The University of Georgia seeks qualified applicants for a tenure-track position at the assistant professor level, with an anticipated employment start date of August 1, 2026.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Review of applications will begin November 15, 2025. Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research paper and contact information for three references (including email addresses).

Applications received by November 15, 2025, will receive full consideration, however, all applications will continue to be reviewed until the position has been filled. Questions can be directed to the search committee chair, Peter Newberry (pwnewberry@uga.edu).

Posting Details

Posting Number
F2491P

Working Title
Assistant Professor

Department
Terry-Economics

About the University of Georgia

Chartered by the state of Georgia in 1785, the University of Georgia is the birthplace of public higher education in America and is the state’s flagship university (https://www.uga.edu/). The proof is in our more than 240 years of academic and professional achievements and our continual commitment to higher education. UGA is currently ranked among the top 20 public universities in U.S. News & World Report. The University’s main campus is located in Athens, approximately 65 miles northeast of Atlanta, with extended campuses in Atlanta, Griffin, Gwinnett, and Tifton. UGA employs approximately 3,100 faculty and more than 7,700 full-time staff. The University’s enrollment exceeds 41,000 students including over 31,000 undergraduates and over 10,000 graduate and professional students. Academic programs reside in 19 schools and colleges, including our newly established School of Medicine.

About the College/Unit/Department

The Terry College is the state’s flagship business school, with undergraduate, and graduate programs consistently ranked among the top 20 public universities. The Terry College recently moved into brand new, state-of-the-art facilities. To learn more about the College, Department, and specific programs, please visit https://www.terry.uga.edu/academics/offices/economics/. Athens, Georgia is generally regarded as one of the best college towns in the United States, with affordable prices and low cost of living. It is nicknamed “The Classic City” because of its architecture and vibrant music, art, and food scene.

College/Unit/Department website
https://www.terry.uga.edu/departments/economics/

Posting Type
External

Retirement Plan
TRS or ORP

Employment Type
Employee

Benefits Eligibility
Benefits Eligible

Advertised Salary
Competitive Salary

Anticipated Start Date
08/01/2026

Job Posting Date
10/07/2025

Job Closing Date
Open until filled

Location of Vacancy
Athens Area

EEO Statement

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or veteran status or other protected status. Persons needing accommodations or assistance with the accessibility of materials related to this search are encouraged to contact Central HR (hrweb@uga.edu).

Position Details

Classification Title
Assistant Professor

Faculty Rank
Assistant Professor

Contract Type
Academic (9 mo.)

Tenure Status
Tenure Track

Minimum Qualifications
Terminal degree appropriate for the discipline.

Additional Requirements

For information regarding the requirements for each faculty rank, please see the University of Georgia Guidelines for Appointment, Promotion & Tenure at https://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/appointment-promotion-tenure-guidelines-academic-rank-faculty.pdf.
Additional information about Promotion & Tenure guidelines for the Terry College of Business can be found at http://provost.uga.edu/wp-content/uploads/ptu-criteria-business.pdf.
A research record commensurate with rank is required for all candidates. Assistant level candidates should show promise of moving toward excellence in teaching.

Relevant/Preferred Education, Experience, Licensure, and/or Certification

We are especially interested in candidates with a specialization in industrial organization.

Applicant Documents
Required Documents
1. Cover Letter
2. Resume/CV
3. Research Portfolio/Philosophy
4. List of References with Contact Information