"Assistant Professor (Limited Term), Department of Economics"

COMPETITION: #25-21

Closing Date: Review of applications will begin March 6, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.

The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Arts at the University of New Brunswick, Fredericton, New Brunswick (Canada), invites applications for a two-year limited term appointment at the rank of Assistant Professor. The start date of the position is July 1, 2026, and is subject to final budgetary approval.

The salary range and fringe benefits for this position are defined in the Association of University of New Brunswick Teachers (AUNBT) 2022 - 2025 Collective Agreement sections 35 and 36B.

Candidates should have a PhD in Economics (or be near completion). The successful candidate must be prepared to teach microeconomic theory, econometrics, and environmental economics at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach, or co-teach, the equivalent of four courses each year, which could include introductory and advanced economic courses that align with the candidate's experience at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The selected candidate will provide evidence of high-quality teaching and relevant professional and research experience. The successful candidate will be expected to be engaged in a program of research and scholarly publications within their area of expertise for the duration of this term appointment. The successful candidate will also serve on committees for the department and faculty. Graduate student supervision and mentoring will be an important element.

Applications should include: (i) a cover letter; (ii) a curriculum vitae; (iii) individual statements of teaching expertise (including teaching philosophy) relevant to the position; and (iv) the contact information of three individuals who can provide reference letters. The application package should be submitted as a single PDF file by email to econ@unb.ca.

Economics is housed in the Faculty of Arts, where our programs blend analytical rigour with real-world application, encouraging students to become both critical thinkers and informed contributors to economic discourse. Drawing on perspectives from the social sciences, public policy, quantitative analysis, and grounded in the Canadian tradition of economic research and education, our programs are built on the belief that understanding today’s economic challenges is enriched by practical experience and empirical investigation. The University of New Brunswick’s Fredericton campus is located in Fredericton, a city known for its vibrant academic community and strong public sector presence, offering students a dynamic environment for economic study and engagement.

Short-listed candidates will be required to provide satisfactory proof of credentials including appropriately certified translations of credentials into English, as applicable.

The University of New Brunswick is committed to employment equity and fostering diversity within our community and developing an inclusive workplace that reflects the richness of the broader community that we serve. The University welcomes and encourages applications from all qualified individuals who will help us achieve our goals, including women, visible minorities, Aboriginal persons, persons with disabilities, persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression. Preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.