Assistant Professor of Economics - Macroeconomics
About The Position
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor of Economics - Macroeconomics at its Detroit campus location. Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society. The Department of Economics at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning on or about August 18, 2027. This is a full-time (9-month), benefits-eligible faculty position. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in macroeconomics and econometrics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department offers B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. programs. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching and should contribute to the academic and professional activities of the department. The teaching load is 2:2 (fall: winter semesters). WSU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a RU/VH (Research University, Very High research activity) institution and serves more than 24,000 students across 370 academic programs, making it a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit.
Requirements
- Specializing in macroeconomics with a strong background in applied macroeconometrics.
- Active research agenda in macroeconomics.
- Demonstrate strong potential for high-quality research and publication.
- Hold a Ph.D. in Economics no later than August 17, 2027.
- Online application required.
- Upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, job market paper, research statement, teaching statement, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (teaching evaluations, if available).
- Three letters of recommendation should be sent to Liang Hu, Department Chair, [email protected], and Young-Ro Yoon, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Economics, [email protected].
Responsibilities
- Contribute to teaching in macroeconomics and econometrics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Contribute to the academic and professional activities of the department.
Benefits
- benefits-eligible faculty position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
