University of Florida

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The Department of Economics at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Applied Public Economics, broadly defined, beginning August 16, 2025. The Department also welcomes applications from advanced Assistant Professors. Candidates with previous experience will receive the full tenure probationary period. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics or complete the Ph.D. in Economics by August 15, 2025.

The successful candidate will conduct independent research leading to publication in leading peer-reviewed economics journals. They will also teach effectively at the undergraduate and graduate levels and provide service to the department and university.

The Department of Economics is the academic home to 22 faculty. The University of Florida has a separate Food and Resource Economics Department, with which faculty may collaborate. The Department of Economics offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programs. Applicants are encouraged to visit the departmental website http://economics.clas.ufl.edu.

A complete application includes 1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a job market paper, and (4) the names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.

Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2024, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.