Michigan State University

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Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives, and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The Department of Economics at Michigan State University in East Lansing seeks applications at the tenure-system assistant professor rank with an expected start date of August 16, 2023. The successful candidates will conduct research, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, mentor students, and perform service to the Department, the University, and the profession. The Department is interested in candidates who will contribute to diversity and equal opportunity in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.

We encourage candidates working in applied microeconomics to apply – especially those working in Industrial Organization or Labor. Applicants should hold a PhD in economics or related field or be expected to complete such a PhD before the start date. Applicants should be committed to teaching and research of the highest quality.

All applicants must apply on line. Please go to https://careers.msu.edu and apply to posting number 818042. All applications should be accompanied by curriculum vitae (CV), a list of your publications with hyperlinks to articles, and/or up to two unpublished publications in pdf format, a statement on contributions to diversity plus a statement on teaching. If relevant, please include a list of grants received (including funding amounts) and sponsored research as part of your vitae. Please upload your CV, cover letter, list of references (names and emails only). Candidates applying for the rank of assistant professor should have three or four letters of recommendation emailed to econrecruits@econ.msu.edu with applicant’s name in subject field. Questions should be directed to that same email address.

Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI, with easy access to the state capital, Lake Michigan, and award-winning school districts. MSU is also pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU's dual career support can be found at http://miwin.msu.edu/.

MSU is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. MSU is committed to achieving excellence through cultural diversity. The university actively encourages applications and/or nominations of women, persons of color, veterans and persons with disabilities.

To learn more about the department, our faculty, and our PhD and undergraduate programs, please visit our web site at http://econ.msu.edu.