University of Michigan

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The University of Michigan, Department of Economics invites tenure track applications in any field. The Department expects to have multiple positions at all ranks available, subject to budgetary approval, with an anticipated start date of August 28, 2023 with a University-Year appointment. Duties include: teaching and research in Economics, advising students and providing service to the department and university. Ph.D. in Economics or related field required, with Ph.D. expected by August 27, 2023 for junior applicants. Research capacity and teaching ability serve as the primary criteria for selection.

Junior applicants must submit curriculum vitae, job market paper, three reference letters, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, evidence of teaching excellence, and a diversity statement to the Department’s relevant job posting on EconJobMarket at https://www.econjobmarket.org. First consideration will be given to applications submitted by November 7, 2022, but applications will continue to be considered until the position is filled. Your diversity statement (1-3 pages) should include a discussion of any demonstrated and/or planned activities regarding diversity, equity, and inclusion (https://lsa.umich.edu/lsa/dei.html) through your research, your teaching/mentoring, and/or your service/engagement. (There may be some overlap of the diversity statement with your research and/or teaching statements.)

Senior applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, evidence of teaching excellence,and a diversity statement (as described above) to econ-apply@umich.edu. Hard copies are optional (see application instructions below).

Offers for this appointment are contingent on successful completion of a background screening. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

This offer is contingent upon reporting your COVID19 proof of vaccinations no later than one week before your appointment start date. You may request a medical or religious exemption; however, successful completion of the exemption process must occur prior to your start date. If you will not be up to date on your vaccinations at the time of hire (defined as receiving all recommended doses in the primary vaccine series and one booster when eligible), you may request an exemption. A temporary postponement may be requested if you are unable to receive the primary series or booster in your country of origin or current location. More information on this policy is available on the Campus Blueprint website.

Junior applicants may also wish to apply to the College of Literature, Science, and the Arts Collegiate Fellows program. The Economics deadline for this is by 9am on November 1. More information can be found at https://lsa.umich.edu/ncid/fellowships-awards/lsa-collegiate-postdoctoral-fellowship.html.