University of Calgary

Position Title/Short Description

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The Department of Economics at the University of Calgary invites applications for a tenure track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Microeconomic Theory. The anticipated start date is July 1, 2024.

We are seeking a dynamic scholar who will establish and maintain an active research program in microeconomic theory. Applicants must have demonstrated strength in microeconomic theory and/or applied theory. Candidates with research applications in a broad array of fields are encouraged to apply (e.g. industrial organization, behavioral/experimental, energy and resources, environmental, international trade).

The successful applicant will be expected to teach core microeconomics courses and/or field courses, conduct high-quality research (evidenced by publications in leading peer-reviewed journals), securing external research funding, and maintaining an active profile in their field. Graduate program contributions include both teaching and supervising students.

Evidence of publication success will be provided through a strong sample of current research and a statement of research interests, outlining future research directions. Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated by a strong statement of teaching philosophy, outstanding teaching evaluations, and a record of commitment to undergraduate and graduate teaching.

The Department of Economics is a research-intensive department with high standards of scholarship in research and teaching. We value interdisciplinary and multidisciplinary approaches to research and training, and strongly encourage collaboration. Please visit the Department of Economics website for
more information on the department and visit recent publications for a list of recent publications by Economics faculty.

Applications must be received by January 10, 2024 and must be submitted through the University of Calgary web site at

https://internal.careers.ucalgary.ca/jobs/13689615-assistant-professor-in-microeconomic-theory-faculty-of-arts-summer-2024

If interested, please submit an online application via the 'Apply Now' link at bthe above website. Please be aware that the application process allows for only four attachments. The four application attachments should be in pdf format and organized to contain the following (which may require combining documents into a single pdf):

Letter of interest that includes names and contact information for three referees
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of research interests
Copies of relevant research papers
Teaching dossier, including evidence of teaching experience, a summary of the candidate’s approach to student mentorship and graduate supervision, teaching evaluations if available, and sample syllabi
One-page statement identifying the applicant’s potential contributions to equity, diversity, and inclusion (EDI), plans to incorporate EDI in courses taught, and ability to work with a culturally diverse and international student body

Interviews will be organized by the Department of Economics.