Assistant/Associate Professor - Economics - Tenure Track

Western Michigan University • Kalamazoo, MI

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About The Position

The Department of Economics at Western Michigan University invites applications for a full-time, tenure-track position at either the Assistant Professor or Associate Professor rank in Economics, with a specialization in Behavioral Economics.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field from an accredited institution, awarded by August 15, 2026.
• Record of effective undergraduate teaching in economics or a closely related field.
• Record of active research activity in behavioral economics or a closely related field.

Nice To Haves

• Background that includes teaching behavioral economics courses or behavioral-related courses at the undergraduate level, as well as an MA-level behavioral economics course.
• Capability of teaching MA-level macroeconomics and/or undergraduate courses in microeconomics fields complementary to behavioral economics, including (but not limited to) labor, health, and environmental economics.
• Established record of interdisciplinary research, as the department jointly manages a Behavioral Economics minor with the WMU Department of Psychology.
• Documented history of promoting student engagement, success, and achievement.
• Exhibited ability to implement AI or other emerging technologies in the classroom.

Responsibilities

• Maintain a research agenda in behavioral economics-related topics.
• Provide effective instruction to undergraduate and graduate students across behavioral. economics and behavioral economics-related courses.
• Support the success of a diverse population of undergraduate and graduate students.
• Develop new curricula and course offerings.
• Contribute to department, college, and university committees.

Benefits

• Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, with an excellent benefits package.
• Opportunities exist to teach in summer for additional compensation.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1,001-5,000 employees