Assistant Professor of Economics (Applied Microeconomics)
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universityofvirginiCharlottesville (VA)
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About the role
University of Virginia: UVA Provost's Office: College and Graduate School of Arts & Sciences: Economics
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Sep 14, 2026 Description
The Department of Economics at the University of Virginia invites applications for a full-time faculty position on the tenure track, beginning August 10, 2027, at the Assistant Professor rank. This search will consider candidates in applied microeconomics and microeconometrics fields, with a priority for candidates in labor and/or international economics. We seek candidates with the skills and experience to advance the research and teaching mission in a world-class institution. The Department aims to recruit faculty dedicated to building and extending a top-tier research portfolio. We value ambitious scholars equipped to build on the intellectually vibrant community of economists at the University. The duties of the position include teaching three courses per year in addition to advising, mentoring, and service.
Qualifications:
Candidates must have received a Ph. D. by the start of the appointment. A successful candidate will show a strong research record and an ability to teach and advise effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Application Process:
Review of applications will begin November 10th. The position will remain open until filled. This institution is using Interfolio's Faculty Search to conduct this search. Applicants to this position receive a free Dossier account and can send all application materials, including confidential letters of recommendation, free of charge. One research paper Three confidential letters of recommendation that discuss the applicant’s potential for research output, teaching, advising, and other professional service. The Department of Economics has multiple searches across different fields. When submitting materials on Interfolio, please ensure you are applying to the correct position. In particular, candidates focused on Industrial Organization should not apply to this search. Questions about the application process should be directed to: Margaret Weeks, Faculty Search Advisor, at mew 7ys@virginia.edu. Questions about the position should be directed to John McLaren at jem 6x @virginia.edu. The university will perform background checks on all new faculty hires prior to making a final offer of employment. The University of Virginia offers confidential Dual Career Services to partners of incoming faculty candidates. To learn more, please visit dualcareer.virginia.edu
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