University of Michigan

Position Title/Short Description

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The Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy at The University of Michigan invites applications for a junior faculty appointment in applied microeconomics, to begin in September 2018. We seek scholars committed to policy-oriented research and to teaching undergraduate, Master’s and Ph.D. level courses in an interdisciplinary, public policy program. We welcome a broad range of applicants but are particularly interested in those whose research relates to inequality, poverty, and/or behavioral economics.

Candidates should have their Ph.D. in hand by September 1, 2018. Public policy experience is desirable but not required.

The following application materials should be sent in PDF format to fspp-facultysearch@umich.edu : a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, evidence of teaching performance (if available), and completed research papers. First consideration will be given to applications submitted by December 15, 2017, but applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled.

The University of Michigan is an AA/EO employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. The University is supportive of the needs of dual career couples.