University of Michigan

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The University of Michigan, Department of Economics invites applications for the rank of Associate Professor and Professor (both with tenure) in Any Field in Economics. The Department expects to have multiple positions available, subject to budgetary approval, with an anticipated start date of August 25, 2025, with a University-Year appointment. Ph.D. in Economics or related field is required. Duties include teaching and research in Economics, advising students and providing service to the department and university. Record of research publications and experience teaching Economics or a related area at the post-secondary level are required and serve as the primary criteria for selection.

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 to econ-apply@umich.edu. Hard copies of materials are not required but may be submitted to the Associate Chair for Recruiting at Department of Economics, University of Michigan, 611 Tappan Avenue, 238 Lorch Hall, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1220. Applications will be reviewed as they are received. 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.)

Employment will require both a criminal background check and an institutional reference check regarding any misconduct. Candidates will be required to submit a self-disclosure form as well as an authorization to release information form, and must meet all degree requirements prior to the start date of the position. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and members of minority groups are encouraged to apply.