University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign

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The Department of Economics invites applications for full-time tenured positions in the fields of Econometrics, Microeconomics and Industrial Organization, Macroeconomics and International Economics, and the applied fields of Labor Economics, Development Economics and Public Economics. The Department is seeking several senior scholars in these fields. The Department offers a Ph.D. degree, a professional Masters degree (MSPE), and an undergraduate degree (BA). For information about the Department, see http://www.economics.illinois.edu.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D., or an equivalent degree. Applicants must have an outstanding research record and the ability to contribute effectively to the instruction and supervision of students in these three programs. Successful candidates are expected to teach effectively at both the undergraduate and graduate levels, establish and maintain an active and independent research program, and provide service to the Department, the University and the profession. The salary will be commensurate with the research record and other accomplishments. The target starting date is August 16, 2015.

To apply for positions in Econometrics, go to http://go.illinois.edu/Econometrics.

To apply for positions in Microeconomics and Industrial Organization, go to http://go.illinois.edu/Micro.

To apply for positions in Macroeconomics and International Economics, go to http://go.illinois.edu/Macro.

To apply for positions in the other applied fields, go to http://go.illinois.edu/AppliedFields.

Applicants for Associate or Full Professor must submit a curriculum vita and the contact information for three references. After a review of the research record, the search committee may then contact the applicant about soliciting letters of reference.

Early applicants may be interviewed before the closing date, and some hiring decisions may be made before the closing date. However, every application submitted prior to the closing date will receive full consideration. For further information about the application procedures, contact the Department by email at econ-recruit@illinois.edu, or by telephone at 217-333-0120.

Illinois is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, status as a protected veteran, or status as a qualified individual with a disability. Illinois welcomes individuals with diverse backgrounds, experiences, and ideas who embrace and value diversity and inclusivity. (www.inclusiveillinois.illinois.edu).