RANK: Assistant or Associate Professor
FIELD: Macroeconomics
START DATE: August 16, 2024
SALARY: Commensurate with experience
APPLICATION REVIEW: Starting September 15, 2023 and reviews will continue until a suitable candidate is identified
Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.
The Department of Economics at Michigan State University in East Lansing seeks applications for a tenure stream faculty position with an expected start date of August 16, 2024. The successful candidate will conduct research, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor students, and perform service to the Department, the University, and the profession. The Department is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.
The primary search is for a macroeconomist at the assistant level, but a candidate at the associate level may be considered if the record of scholarship is exceptionally strong. Applicants should hold a PhD in economics or related field or be expected to complete such a PhD before the start date. Applicants should be committed to teaching and research of the highest quality.
Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2023 and will continue until a suitable candidate is identified. Candidates at the associate level are strongly encouraged to apply by September 15. Candidates at the assistant level are encouraged to apply by October 31.
All applicants must apply online at https://careers.msu.edu. All applications should be accompanied by curriculum vitae (CV), a list of your publications with hyperlinks to articles, and/or up to two unpublished publications in pdf format, a statement on contributions to diversity, and a statement on teaching. If relevant, please include a list of grants received (including funding amounts) and sponsored research as part of your vitae. Please upload your CV, cover letter, list of references (names and emails only). Questions should be directed to [email protected].
The mission of the Department of Economics at Michigan State University consists of three interrelated components: providing the highest quality instruction to our undergraduate and graduate students, conducting leading-edge research in economics, and providing leadership and service to our professional communities. As a unit in a major land-grant university, we are committed to excel in all three components of our mission.
Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI, with easy access to the state capital, Lake Michigan, and award-winning school districts. MSU is also pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU’s dual career support can be found at https://worklife.msu.edu/your-career/dual-career/.
MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.
To learn more about the department, our faculty, and our PhD and undergraduate programs, please visit our web site at http://econ.msu.edu.
Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.
