Vanderbilt University

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The Department of Economics at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level beginning fall 2024 in the area of applied microeconomics. This position is made possible through the support of the Vanderbilt Center for Research on Inequality and Health. The ideal candidate will have a research portfolio that could attract external support (e.g., NIH, NSF, IES, DOJ, CDC, or private foundations). Advanced assistant professors within 4 years or so of their Ph.D. with a demonstrated record of securing grant funding and excellence in research and teaching are strongly encouraged to apply. A Ph.D. in economics is required. Exact field of specialization is open and may include health economics, labor economics, public economics, development economics, or economic history. This is a university-funded, 9-month tenure-track position with a tenure home in the Department of Economics.

The Vanderbilt Center for Research on Inequality and Health was launched in 2022 and is a trans-institutional collaboration between the College of Arts and Science and the School of Nursing. The Center brings together economists, sociologists, psychologists, health services researchers, nursing scientists, and public policy scholars to study the causes and consequences of health-related inequalities.
Vanderbilt stresses excellence in research and teaching in its doctoral, masters, and undergraduate programs. A Ph.D. is required by August 1, 2024. To apply, please submit CV, job market paper, statement of research and teaching interests, teaching evaluations, if available, and three confidential letters of reference. Candidates may discuss equity, diversity, and inclusion in their research and teaching statements, as applicable. Applications should be submitted via Interfolio here: http://apply.interfolio.com/130987.

At Vanderbilt University, we are intentional about and assume accountability for fostering advancement and respect for equity, diversity, and inclusion for all students, faculty, and staff. Our commitment to diversity makes us who we are. We have created a community that celebrates differences and lets individuality thrive. As part of this commitment, we actively value diversity in our workplace and learning environments as we seek to take advantage of the rich backgrounds and abilities of everyone. The diverse voices of Vanderbilt represent an invaluable resource for the University in its efforts to fulfill its mission and strive to be an example of excellence in higher education. Vanderbilt University is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by law.