Georgia State University

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The Department of Economics in the Andrew Young School of Policy Studies at Georgia State University invites applications for the Bernard B. and Eugenia A. Ramsey Chair. Qualified candidates should have a record of publications and sponsored research appropriate for tenure and appointment at the rank of Professor at Georgia State University, with the possibility of promotion to Professor upon hire. Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline. The ideal applicant will have an accomplished record of publication, external funding, leadership in the field, and the ability to mentor graduate students.

While the position is open to scholars in any field, applicants who can contribute to one or more of the following priorities are particularly encouraged: 1) research and teaching that complement our existing strengths in applied microeconomics, including public, health, labor/education, urban/environmental, and experimental; 2) the ability to teach econometrics at the graduate level; and 3) a record of external funding and demonstrated potential to interact with the Georgia Policy Labs (https://gpl.gsu.edu), which is focused on child, family, and education policy.

The Ramsey Chair provides generous resources to support research and student success initiatives with an initial term of five years and will be renewable upon successful evaluation. The Chair will contribute to shaping the future of economics education, research, and community impact, and to drive strategic initiatives that align with the university’s commitment to student success, innovation, and engaged research.

This position is located on the Atlanta campus of Georgia State University and requires in-person, on campus-based work. The Andrew Young School maintains a flexible work environment. This position is planned to begin August 2025.

Applications are submitted through PeopleAdmin, Georgia State University’s talent acquisition system
(https://facultycareers.gsu.edu/postings/4913). The link includes the full listing and application instructions. The Committee will begin reviewing applications on Monday, November 11, 2024, and will continue until the position is filled. Questions about the position can be directed to the committee chair, Daniel Kreisman, at dkreisman@gsu.edu.