University of Utah

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The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level.

This position links two key focus areas of the department: Inequality and Globalization. We seek a scholar whose research examines the impact of the internationalization of production processes, international trade in goods and services, and related phenomena on the distribution of income and wealth. We are particularly interested in scholars whose research connects theory to evidence and to policy. Commensurate with their career state, candidates should have an excellent and sustained record of research and evidence of the potential or demonstrated ability to generate extramural funding.

The appointment will begin on July 1, 2018, subject to final budgetary approval. A completed Ph.D. is required by the time of appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor. Our department is committed to a pluralistic approach to economics, including the comparison and critical analysis of a variety of theoretical paradigms. More information about the department and about this position can be found at http://economics.utah.edu/facultysearch.

Review of applications will begin November 15. Initial interviews will take place at the ASSA meetings in January. The position remains open until filled. To be considered, please submit a letter describing your interest and the relevance of your research agenda for this position, your curriculum vitae, a sample of writing/research, teaching evaluations (if available) and three letters of reference at:

http://utah.peopleadmin.com/postings/68338

For information about the Department, please see http://www.economics.utah.edu.

The University of Utah is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and educator. Minorities, women, veterans, and those with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified veterans. Reasonable disability accommodations will be provided with adequate notice. For additional information about the University's commitment to equal opportunity and access see: http://www.utah.edu/nondiscrimination/.