University of Rhode Island

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The Department of Economics at the University of Rhode Island is seeking an assistant professor in health economics and policy. Appointment Fall 2018. We seek someone who can work with an existing group of aging and health scholars. Candidates should have an active research and teaching program in any subfield of health economics and policy.
Teach courses in introductory and intermediate economics and health economics and policy; develop a program of scholarly activity and publication; collaborate with an inter-disciplinary group of scholars in aging and health; advise students and contribute to departmental governance and service.

Visit https://jobs.uri.edu to apply for posting (F00051). Attach 5 (PDF) documents to your online Faculty Employment

Application: (#1) Cover letter including a description of how your qualifications match the requirements for the position; (#2) Curriculum Vitae, which should include the names and contact information for three professional references; (#3) Statement of teaching philosophy; (#4) “Other Document” evidence of teaching effectiveness, preferably anonymous student surveys and syllabi where available (as one complete document); (#5) A sample research paper.

There will be information sessions held at the ASSA meetings in Philadelphia. Pre-convention preliminary sessions by Skype or similar technology are possible.

Applications Close Nov 1, 2017.

Applications Must Be Submitted Online Only.

The University of Rhode Island is an AA/EEOD employer. Women, persons of color, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and members of other protected groups are encouraged to apply.