Job Openings for Economists, August 2007 US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured) UNIVERSITY OF ALASKA-ANCHORAGE, Anchorage, AK . A0 General Economics & Teaching A2 Economics Education & Teaching of Economics; Undergraduate . The Economics faculty in the College of Business and Public Policy at the University of Alaska Anchorage (UAA) are currently inviting applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor of Economics and Director of the UAA Center for Economic Education. The Center for Economic EducationÆs primary focus is teacher training and the Center engages in many activities to support the teaching of economics such as offering in-service courses, providing consultant services to schools, educational agencies, and community groups and developing curriculum materials. The successful candidate should hold a Ph.D. in Economics, or related field (ABD with expected completion by August 2008 will be considered), have a demonstrated record of successful teaching of economics at the university level and must have demonstrated experience in economic education and research as well as the ability to acquire funding from external sources. Specific duties include teaching undergraduate courses in economics; conducting and publishing research in economics and/or economic education; teaching specialized credit economics courses and related non-credit programs for teachers at the pre-service and in-service levels; securing and administering grants and contracts to support center operations; administrative duties related to day-to-day operations of the center, including extensive work with budgets and reports and oversight of center staff; curriculum-development work with school districts; development of high- quality economic education instructional materials/curriculum; maintenance of state, national, and international contacts in economic education; board service on the Alaska Council on Economic Education, a non-profit educational organization; and developing and maintaining community partnerships. Employment will start at the beginning of the fall term, 2008. Application Information: For more information or to apply, please go to: www.uakjobs.com If applying, be prepared to attach the following: Cover Letter; Professional vita containing educational preparation, work experience, research and publications; copies of teaching evaluations, if available; names, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers of three professional references. Official transcripts showing terminal degrees will be required prior to hiring. Posting Number: 0053392 For additional information contact: Stephen Jackstadt, Economics Department, University of Alaska Anchorage, 3211 Providence Dr., Anchorage, Alaska 99508, (907) 786-1901, afslj@uaa.alaska.edu. UAA is an AA/EO employer & educational institution. Applications for employment are subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act. UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-IRVINE, Irvine, CA . D7 Individual or Group Decision Making C7 Game Theory C0 Mathematical & Quantitative Methods . Tenure and Tenure-Track Position in Mathematical Behavioral Science--The School of Social Sciences, University of California, Irvine, seeks candidates who have demonstrated exceptional research in at least one of the following areas: Individual or group decision making, game theory and/or evolutionary game theory, dynamics or learning in the social and behavioral sciences. The candidateÆs research must have a substantial mathematical component. While the positions are targeted at the junior level (assistant professor, tenure-track) more senior (associate professor with tenure) exceptional candidates are also encouraged to apply. The candidates filling this position will be expected to participate in the Institute for Mathematical Behavioral Sciences and be a full-time faculty member in one of the following Departments at UC Irvine: Cognitive Sciences, Economics, Political Science, or Sociology. All application materials must be uploaded electronically and include: a cover letter describing research and teaching, a curriculum vita, three research papers relevant to mathematical behavioral sciences, and three letters of reference. Please refer to the following website for instructions on how to apply: http://www.socsci.uci.edu/recruit_instructions.php. Applications received by October 10, 2007 will receive fullest consideration, but applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. We encourage all qualified applicants, including women and minorities to apply. UC Irvine has an active career partners program, is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to excellence through diversity, and has a National Science Foundation Advance Gender Equity Program UNIVERSITY OF CINCINNATI, Cincinnati, OH . AF Any Field . Kautz Chair in Political Economy (Tenure-Track Senior Assistant Professor; open until filled). The Economics Department invites applications for the James C. and Caroline Kautz Chair in Political Economy, at the Senior Assistant Professor level, starting on or after September 1, 2007. A record of excellence in research and teaching, with a minimum of two years post-Ph.D. experience in research and teaching, is required. The Chair holder will produce high-quality scholarship û publishing in leading economics journals û and teach both graduate and undergraduate economics courses. The field of specialization is open, with the most desirable candidates having research interests with public policy implications. Strong training in economic theory and econometrics is essential. Apply online at http://www.jobsatuc.com , position number 26UC1385. Separately, submit hard copies of the Curriculum Vitae (with references), a representative sample of published or forthcoming research, and evidence of teaching performance to: Kautz Chair Search Committee, c/o Christa Eitel, Department of Economics, M.L. 0371, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH 45221-0371. An equal opportunity employer. . H0 Public Economics L0 Industry Studies C0 Mathematical & Quantitative Methods J4 Labor Market Research . Director, Applied Economics Research Institute (AERI) (Non-tenure track, 3-year renewable appointment as Research Assistant Professor, starting November 1, 2007; open until filled). The Economics Department invites applications for Director of AERI, whose mission is to serve private and public institutions as a source of information and consultation, to develop and maintain an economic data base for the Cincinnati area, and to provide hands-on training to MA students in applied economics. The Director û serving as liaison between AERI and the Greater Cincinnati business, educational, and not-for-profit communities û is responsible for: generating and completing grants and contracts to support AERI, producing periodic reports, maintaining its data base, and working with graduate students at the Institute and in class. A Ph.D. in economics or closely related discipline is preferred, but applicants with an MA and extensive relevant experience are also considered. Training and experience in economic impact analysis and some of the following areas is expected: fiscal impact analysis; public policy research; public sector revenue forecasts; industry studies; labor market research; econometric modeling; forecasting. Strong oral and written communication skills are essential. Apply online at http://www.jobsatuc.com , position number 27UC1803. Separately, submit hard copies of the Curriculum Vitae, three recommendation letters, and a representative writing sample to: AERI Director Search Committee, c/o Christa Eitel, Department of Economics, M.L. 0371, University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati OH 45221-0371. An equal opportunity employer. GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Washington, DC . O1 Development Economics . Development Economics: The Elliott School of International Affairs and the Department of Economics at the George Washington University seek to hire a distinguished senior scholar in the field of development economics with an outstanding national and international reputation for high-quality research. We seek a candidate who is also a dedicated educator and who will be an active contributor to the degree programs of the Elliott School (BA and MA) and the Economics Department (PhD). The University seeks to attract an active, culturally and academically diverse faculty of the highest caliber; women and minority candidates are particularly encouraged to apply. Basic qualifications: PhD in Economics with a focus on development, evidence of strong teaching and an active scholarly research agenda. Application procedure: Only complete applications will be considered. Applicants should send a letter of interest detailing qualifications and a current curriculum vitae to: Chair, Development Economics Search Committee, The Elliott School of International Affairs, The George Washington University, 1957 E St., NW, Suite 401, Washington, DC 20052. Review of applications will begin on September 3 and continue until the position is filled. GEORGIA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY, Atlanta, GA . D0 Microeconomic Theory C7 Game Theory F0 International Economics L0 Industrial Organization O1 Development Economics O3 Technological Change Q5 Environmental Economics . Subject to budgetary approval, the School of Economics has multiple openings with rank open. At the senior level, the School particularly invites applications from micro and game theorists with a strong research record and evidence of sponsored research. At the junior level, the School invites applications from IO, trade, and environmental economists and is particularly interested in applicants with a mix of applied theoretical and empirical skills. The School offers an undergraduate degree (including joint degrees with the Schools of International Affairs and Modern Languages), a Professional MasterÆs degree, and expects to implement a PhD degree in Fall 2009. Georgia Tech is a Research I institution that provides significant opportunities for collaborative research and teaching across complementary disciplines such as environmental and industrial engineering, international affairs, public policy, and management. The compensation package for these positions is highly competitive. Senior candidates should forward their applications to Prof. Patrick McCarthy, Chair, School of Economics, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA 30332-0615. Junior applicants should electronically submit their materials, including application letter, curriculum vita, sample research papers, and three letters of reference, to the following e-mail address, SOE_jr_recruiting@econ.gatech.edu. Georgia Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer HARVARD UNIVERSITY, Cambridge, MA . D7 Political Methodology F0 International Relations . The Department of Government at Harvard University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Quantitative Political Methodology at the rank of Assistant or untenured Associate Professor to begin July 1, 2008. A strong doctoral record is required. Candidates are expected to be able to offer introductory as well as advanced courses to undergraduates and graduate students and to demonstrate a promise of excellence both in research and teaching in political methodology. Applications in American politics or international relations are preferred. Harvard is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer; applications from women and minority candidates are strongly encouraged. We will begin to review applications on October 1, 2007 and will continue until the position is filled. Send application, including cv, transcripts, at least 3 letters of recommendation, samples of written material, teaching evaluation materials if available, and a one-page summary of a proposed job talk to: Faculty Recruitment Committee, Political Methodology, Government Department, Harvard University, 1737 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138. UNIVERSITY OF IOWA, Iowa City, IA . I1 Health Economics . The Department of Health Management and Policy, in the College of Public Health at The University of Iowa seeks tenure track eligible candidates for positions at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor of Health Economics. The position reports to the Head, Department of Health Management and Policy. The Department is one of five academic units and 28 research and training centers within the College. Over the past six years, the Department of Health Management and Policy has significantly enhanced its faculty complement, research portfolio, and academic programming. The 12 primary Department faculty serve as PIs or Co-PIs on $5.5 million in active research grant and contract support that comes through our Center for Health Policy and Research, as well as grant support that comes through our partnership with the VA HSR&D Center of Excellence. The Department has strong collaborative arrangements with the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, other colleges and departments throughout the University, and academic and practice units throughout the nation. The DepartmentÆs M.H.A. program and Ph.D. program have a strong history of excellence in attracting, training, and placing students. An M.P.H. degree program has recently been developed. Dual degree programs are well-established with the Colleges of Business, Law, and the Department of Urban and Regional Planning. Nearly 1000 alumni of the M.H.A. program work in a wide variety of health organizations throughout the nation and overseas. Ph.D. program alumni hold positions in various academic units, professional associations, as well as operational settings. The Alumni Association is a strong and founding partner in the College, and provides significant financial and advisory resources to the Department. Candidates must possess a doctoral degree in economics, health economics, or a related area or an equivalent doctoral degree. Evidence of publications and extramural research funding in health services research should be commensurate with years of professional experience. S/he should be able to mentor graduate students and contribute effectively to innovative instructional programs in both the doctoral program and masterÆs degree curricula. The candidate should also understand the business of health care and be able to foster collaboration in a multi-disciplinary group, between academic departments, and across the university, private health systems and public health institutions. Candidates seeking position at rank of Associate Professor or Professor should be able to mentor junior faculty. Interested candidates should send their curriculum vitae, cover letter, and the names and addresses of five references to: Professor Marcia Ward, HMP Department Search Committee, E201 GH, College of Public Health, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa 52242-1008. The University of Iowa is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Women and minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. KANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY, Manhattan, KS . Q0 Agricultural & Environmental Economics . Assistant Professor*-- Economics of Production Agriculture, full-time, 9 or 12 months, Department of Agricultural Economics, is seeking applications for a Tenure-track position; 60% research, 40% teaching to establish an internationally recognized education and research program in the economics of production agriculture and its interface with areas such as natural resources, bio-energy economics, bio-security economics, efficiency and profitability of agricultural systems, environmental impacts of agriculture, water use, and related areas. The successful candidate will collaborate with research and extension faculty in areas of interest to the department, and on interdisciplinary teams. The department seeks an individual who fosters diversity and teamwork, and who has the ability to work with a variety of audiences, including individuals from diverse cultures and backgrounds. The successful candidate will be expected to become active in securing extramural funding to support a robust research program to lead and support graduate student research. We seek an individual with a strong commitment to teaching and advising at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Teaching responsibilities will include two courses per year in areas such as risk management, production economics, optimization, natural resources, finance, and farm management. Qualifications: Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, or related field at the time of appointment. Excellent quantitative, written and oral communication, and teaching skills and the ability to develop an internationally recognized research program are required. Quantitative skills should include econometrics, optimization, and simulation. An orientation to production agriculture problems is highly desirable. Salary and Benefits: Competitive and commensurate with candidate's ability and experience and nature of appointment (9 or 12 month). Kansas State UniversityÆs benefit package includes retirement; group medical, dental, and life insurance plans; worker's compensation; vacation leave; sick leave; and other benefits . Expected starting date is January, 2008, but is negotiable. Applicants should send a letter of interest, qualifications and aspirations; curriculum vitae; transcripts of all university work; sample publications or other evidence of teaching, outreach, and research accomplishments; and three letters of reference to: Bryan Schurle, Head, Department of Agricultural Economics, 342 Waters Hall, Kansas State University, Manhattan, KS 66506-4011. Review of applications will begin February 28, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. Incomplete applications will not be reviewed. For further information, contact John Leatherman, (785) 532-4492, jleather@agecon.ksu.edu. Kansas State University is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer. KSU encourages diversity among its employees. * Appointment at the Associate Professor level is possible, subject to administrative approval. LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY-SHREVEPORT, Shreveport, LA . R1 General Regional Economics J4 Particular Labor Markets C8 Methodology for Collecting, Estimating, and Organizing Macroeconomic Data . LSU in ShreveportÆs Center for Business and Economic Research currently has an opening for Director. The CBER, a part of the College of Business Administration, one of only two Census Information Centers in Louisiana, works with area Chambers of Commerce and other organizations and businesses committed to promoting local and regional economic development. The Director is responsible for compiling a database of monthly regional economic indicators, organizing the annual LSUS Economic Outlook Conference, preparing economic impact reports as requested by local or regional businesses or organizations, communicating with media regarding the local economy, managing a small, full-time professional staff, and interacting with College faculty. Applicants must have a MasterÆs degree and some economics coursework, with preference given to a degree in economics. Recommended skills include expertise in MS Office; excellent quantitative, written, and verbal skills; and experience in and enjoyment of public speaking. The position has an annual salary of sixty- five thousand. See www.lsus.edu/hr/jobs.asp for more information. To apply, please email a resume to Douglas S. Bible, dbible@lsus.edu, Chair, Department of Economics/Finance. This position is available immediately. Louisiana State University in Shreveport is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer MACALESTER COLLEGE, St. Paul, MN . O0 Economic Development, Technological Change & Growth . The Department of Economics invites applications for a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin Fall, 2008. We seek candidates with strong teaching and research interests in Development Economics. The normal teaching load is four courses in the first year of appointment, five courses thereafter. Ph.D. required or expected by time of appointment.. Send letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, examples of recent professional work, and a statement describing research and teaching interests. For fullest consideration application materials must arrive by November 16th 2007. See our web site for more information: http://www.macalester.edu/provost/positions/index.htm. CONTACT: Professor Gary Krueger, Chair, Department of Economics, Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave. St. Paul, MN 55105 E-mail: krueger@macaelster.edu. Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area, with a population of approximately three million people. We are especially interested in applicants dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in teaching and research. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups. . H0 Public Economics I0 Health, Education, Welfare K0 Law & Economics Q0 Agricultural & Natural Resource Economics . Public Policy/Public Affairs--The Departments of Economics and Political Science at Macalester College seek to appoint a distinguished senior scholar-teacher to the G. Theodore Mitau Chair in Public Policy/Public Affairs, beginning in Fall 2008. The position will be jointly appointed in Economics and Political Science and will be at rank of associate professor or professor. Ph.D in Public Policy or Public Affairs preferred, although applications from those holding doctorates in Economics and Political Science will be given full consideration. Broad empirical, theoretical and methodological training are essential. The successful candidate will have a background in energy, public health, poverty or the environment (all on either the national or global scales). He or she will be expected to pursue a rich research program, support the Economics and Political Science departments by offering a number of courses related to the theory and practice of public policy/public affairs, and participate (as appropriate) in interdisciplinary programs such as Environmental Studies, International Studies and Urban Studies. Macalester CollegeÆs urban location provides numerous opportunities for professional collaborations at the University of Minnesota and the Hubert H. Humphrey Institute for Public Affairs; as well as with national, state and local government offices, public agencies and community organizations. Compensation, research support and conditions of employment are flexible and highly competitive. Send letter of inquiry or full application, including cover letter, c.v., and names of three references to: Mitau Chair Search, Professor Adrienne Christiansen, Chair, Department of Political Science, Macalester College, St. Paul, MN. 55105. Applications received by 1 October 2007 will receive first consideration. Please see visit our website at: http://www.macalester.edu/provost/positions/index.html for a more complete description of the position. Macalester College is a highly selective, private liberal arts college in the vibrant Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area. As an Equal Opportunity employer supportive of affirmative efforts to achieve diversity among its faculty, Macalester College strongly encourage applications from women and members of underrepresented minority groups. MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, Houghton, MI . ZZ Dean, School of Business and Economics . Michigan Technological University invites nominations and applications for the position of the Dean of the School of Business and Economics (SBE) (http://deansearch.sbe.mtu.edu). We are seeking a dynamic individual who will move the SBE forward in its goals of becoming an integral component of a national university of choice. Michigan Tech is a public university located in the heart of upper MichiganÆs scenic Keweenaw Peninsula that has a long tradition of excellence in undergraduate education and an international reputation in graduate education. Additional information about the position and university can be obtained at http://deansearch.sbe.mtu.edu and http://www.mtu.edu. Applications received by October 1, 2007 will receive full consideration. Applications should include a cover letter, a statement of personal qualifications, a description of the candidateÆs leadership and educational philosophies, a current vita, and the names and contact information of five or more references. Electronic applications are preferred. Direct inquiries, nominations, and applications to: Dana Johnson, Ph.D., SBE Dean Search Committee, c/o Human Resources, Michigan Technological University, 1400 Townsend Drive, Houghton, Michigan 49931 (dana@mtu.edu; (906) 487- 2803). Michigan Technological University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer/educational institution. Applications from women and minorities are encouraged. UNIVERSITY OF MICHIGAN, Ann Arbor, MI . C0 Quantitative Economics H0 Public Economics . The Department of Economics seeks to appoint an experienced economist as the Director of the Research Seminar in Quantitative Economics (RSQE). RSQEùfounded by Lawrence Klein in 1952ùpublishes forecasts of the national and Michigan economies, advises university and government officials, and participates in revenue estimation for the State of Michigan. The Director of RSQE provides leadership for creating macroeconomic models for a comprehensive forecast and analysis of GDP and its major components, as well as related variables such as unemployment, tax revenue and foreign trade. The Director reports periodically to the Governor, the State Legislature and the State Department of Treasury, and participates in MichiganÆs consensus revenue estimating conference. He or she also advises the UniversityÆs executive leadership on economic issues. The Director of RSQE has the primary responsibility for recruiting, retaining, and interacting with RSQEÆs research scientists. This position involves the management of a small staff. More information about RSQE can be found at http://www.umich.edu/~rsqe/. We expect that the person selected for this position will hold a research appointment in the Department of Economics and/or other units of the university. The selected candidateÆs qualifications will determine the level. The position may also include an instructional appointment. Applicants should submit a letter of application, a CV, three letters of reference, and relevant writing samples to: Chair, Department of Economics, 611 Tappan, Room 238 Lorch Hall, Ann Arbor, Michigan 48109-1220. Screening of applications will begin shortly and continue until the position is filled. The University of Michigan is a Non-Discriminatory Affirmative Action Employer. UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA, Minneapolis, MN . D2 Organizational Economics J0 Labor Relations/Industrial Relations . The Department of Human Resources and Industrial Relations (HRIR) in the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota invites applications for two faculty positions: 1) Organizational Economics, and 2) Labor Relations/Industrial Relations. We are looking for extraordinary colleagues who will publish scholarly research, teach undergraduate, professional (HRIR M.A.), and Ph.D. level courses, and advise doctoral students in these and related areas. Candidates with complementary interests in labor economics, behavioral economics, compensation, international or comparative HRIR, strategic HRM, negotiation and dispute resolution, or other areas are particularly welcome. Appointments will begin August 2008 at the rank of assistant or associate professor depending upon qualifications and experience, and consistent with collegiate and university policy. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in an appropriate social science or professional discipline by August 2008, and a desire to interact and collaborate with colleagues from other disciplines. Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to the service needs of a vibrant department, college, and university, including interacting with the professional business and HRIR communities. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their current research plans and teaching interests, as well as representative publications and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applicants for Associate Professor should include the names and contact information for at least three references; applicants for Assistant Professor should include three letters of recommendation. All documentation should be submitted to the relevant individual: Professor Avner Ben-Ner (organizational economics search), or Professor John Budd (labor relations search), Industrial Relations Center, Carlson School of Management, 321û19th Avenue South, Suite 3-300, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2007 (labor relations search) and November 1, 2007 (organizational economics search) and will continue on the first of every month until the positions are filled. The University of Minnesota is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its programs, facilities, and employment without regard of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, or sexual orientation. UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI-ST. LOUIS, St. Louis, MO . AF Any Field Z0 Public Policy . The University of Missouri - St. Louis invites applications and nominations for a distinguished scholar to hold the E. Desmond Lee Endowed Professorship in Community Collaboration and Public Policy Administration. The Professorship holder will be a scholar with a demonstrated capacity to conduct scholarly research in public policy/public administration in interdisciplinary areas, secure external research funding, integrate public policy research across disciplines, publish scholarly books and articles and disseminate research findings, and provide service to the community. She/he will encourage collaboration and partnerships with other research institutions and with public and private agencies. The successful candidate must be eligible for tenure at the rank of professor in political science, economics, or a closely related field, also holding joint appointments with Public Policy Administration and the Public Policy Research Center (PPRC).). Fields of specialization are open, although research and teaching interests in public policy and administration, nonprofit management, program evaluation, or public finance are particularly welcome. Academic responsibilities will include teaching at least one course per semester and conducting research on metropolitan issues in affiliation with the PPRC. The professorship endowment provides a substantial stipend for use by the professorship holder in conducting research and related activities. This is a twelve-month position, offering a competitive salary and benefits. The position starting date is negotiable for Spring or Fall 2008. The PPRC serves the campusÆs metropolitan mission through applied research in metropolitan policy issue areas including public finance, housing, education (pre-K û 12), program evaluation, state and local tax policy, and workforce development, as well as operating the Metropolitan Information and Data Analysis Service (MIDAS). The University of Missouri-St. Louis, established in 1963 as part of the University of Missouri System, is the largest public university serving the St. Louis region. In its role as a metropolitan research university, UM-St. Louis provides quality undergraduate, graduate, and professional instruction to St. LouisÆ diverse population, while it contributes to economic development. The University of Missouri - St. Louis is an affirmative action/ equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity. Screening for this position will begin on August 15, 2007, and continue until the position is filled. For further information about the position, contact the search committee co- chairs Mark Tranel (MTranel@umsl.edu) or Brady Baybeck (baybeck@umsl.edu). To be considered, please send a curriculum vitae, letter of interest, and the contact information for at least three references to the search committee by email to Lori_Morgan@umsl.edu, or by mail to: Des Lee Professorship Search Committee, c/o Office of the Provost, 426 Woods Hall, University of Missouri-St. Louis, One University Boulevard, St. Louis, MO 63121-4400. NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY, Evanston, IL . I2 Education & Policy . Associate or Full Professor in Education and Social Policy Evaluation--We seek a tenured professor to be jointly appointed between the Institute for Policy Research (IPR) and the School of Education and Social Policy. Candidates should have research programs in evaluation of education and social policies, with strong skills in development or use of cutting-edge quantitative methods, and strong theoretical and empirical interests in education and policy, including school governance; interfaces between schooling and labor markets; school to work transitions; impact of standards and accountability policies on schools; early investments in life success (pre-K, etc.); and neighborhoods, families, and schools. Applicants should have outstanding records of publications and externally funded research. The IPR appointment carries one-half reduction in teaching responsibilities. Send statements of research, teaching/training, policy interests, vita, representative reprints, and 3 letters of recommendation to Dr. Greg Duncan, School of Education and Social Policy, Northwestern University, 2120 Campus Drive, Evanston, IL 60208. To ensure full consideration, all materials must be received by October 8, 2007. Minorities and women are strongly encouraged to apply. Located in an attractive lakefront community adjacent to Chicago, Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. For more information, see http://www.sesp.northwestern.edu/ and http://www.northwestern.edu/ipr OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, Columbus, OH . Q0 Agricultural & Environmental Economics O1 Development Economics . Tenure-stream Faculty Positions (2 positions), Open Rank--The Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics seeks two faculty appointees. The rank for both positions is open, but the Department has a strong preference that at least one of the appointees has a proven record of research and publication. These appointees are expected to make important contributions to the DepartmentÆs quest for pre- eminence in research, teaching, and outreach. We are seeking individuals who can provide exemplary leadership in our research and teaching programs (undergraduate and graduate), while continuing the tradition of outreach to state, national, and global stakeholders. The position is broadly defined. Some possible areas of emphasis include agricultural, business, energy, and environmental economics broadly defined. Our over-riding objective in this search will be to appoint individuals who enhance our outstanding faculty. Both positions are nine-month tenure track positions. Salaries will be commensurate with the appointeesÆ qualifications and records. Candidates should possess a doctorate in economics or an applied economics field, or expect to have one by June 2008. Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2007 or until the positions are filled. Nominations of qualified individuals are encouraged. Send a statement of interest and qualifications, a current CV, and the names of three references to: Marvin T. Batte, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics, The Ohio State University, 2120 Fyffe Road, Columbus, OH 43210-1067 (Phone: 614-292-6406; Fax: 614-292-0078; E-mail: batte.1@osu.edu; http://aede.osu.edu). To build a diverse workforce Ohio State encourages applications from individuals with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women. EEO/AA employer. OKLAHOMA STATE UNIVERSITY, Stillwater, OK . AF Any Field M1 Entrepreneurship . The William S. Spears School of Business invites qualified candidates for the William S. Spears Chair in Entrepreneurship at Oklahoma State University. The successful candidate will lead the schoolÆs initiatives to build a comprehensive entrepreneurship program focused on developing leading research and instructional programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The holder of the Spears Chair will work with a group of dedicated faculty engaged in entrepreneurship research and teaching to develop an integrated, cross-disciplinary entrepreneurship program. The chair holder is also expected to foster relationships with other programs across campus to leverage the schoolÆs expertise in entrepreneurship. In addition to working with the academic community, it is important for the chair holder to help in developing collaborative relationships with industry. Qualified applicants should hold a PhD in one of the business disciplines or a related field with an outstanding track record of research in an area related to entrepreneurship that will merit an appointment with tenure. Candidates for the position should have a solid understanding of academic programs and be able to work closely with other academic units and industry. Candidates should demonstrate a record of leadership and working collaboratively in an inter-disciplinary environment. With nearly 4,000 undergraduates and 1,000 graduate students, the Spears School of Business offers undergraduate degrees in business administration, six masters degrees including MBA and accounting, and PhD degrees in business administration and economics. In holding to its land-grant heritage, the Spears School is dedicated to outstanding research, teaching, and outreach. Position is open until filled. Interested persons should send a vita to: Robert Dooley, PhD, Associate Dean, Spears School of Business, 201 Business Building, Oklahoma State University, Stillwater, OK 74078. Oklahoma State University is an AA/EOE employer committed to multicultural diversity. POMONA COLLEGE, Claremont, CA . Q5 Environmental Economics . Pomona College expects to make a full-time tenure-track appointment to begin in academic year 2008-09. We are interested in entry-level applicants who specialize in Environmental Economics. While appointed in the Economics Department, the new hire will also be an important contributor to the collegeÆs Environmental Analysis program. This individual is expected to have completed or be near completion of the Ph.D. degree. The teaching load is four semester-courses per year. Pomona College, the founding member of the Claremont Colleges, is an independent, coeducational liberal arts college in Southern California with an enrollment of 1500 students. We have thirteen economists, and another twenty-five within the other Claremont Colleges. Qualified, interested candidates should mail application materials to Michael Kuehlwein, Chair, c/o Marilynn Waters, Pomona College Department of Economics, 425 N. College Avenue, Room 211, Claremont, CA 91711; and include a letter of application, curriculum vitae , a sample of written work, and should arrange for forwarding of official transcripts and three letters of recommendation. A statement of oneÆs teaching philosophy is useful but not required. We will review files beginning November 30, 2007. Pomona College is an equal opportunity employer. UNIVERSITY OF PUERTO RICO-MAYAGUEZ, Mayaguez, PR . AF Any Field . As part of a major hiring initiative, the Department of Economics invites applications for three tenure-track positions at the Assistant or Associate Professor levels. The University of Puerto Rico at Mayag*ez, established in 1911, is a Land, Sea and Space Grant institution comprising the Colleges of Agricultural Sciences, Arts and Sciences, Business Administration and Engineering. The Economics Department offers excellent teaching and research support. Salary and benefits are competitive. Positions start as early as January 2008. Senior candidates with established research and teaching records should submit a cover letter, resume, and names of references. Junior candidates must have completed their Ph. D. before assuming duties, should send a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, research paper, evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcript and three letters of recommendation. Knowlege of Spanish is an asset but all applications will be considered. Review will begin by October 1st, 2007 and continue until the positions are filled. Candidates are encouraged to submit applications as pdf files to econ@uprm.edu. We require hard copies of letters of recommendation. For mail submissions CONTACT: Nilsa A. Velßzquez, Chair, Deparment of Economics, University of Puerto Rico at Mayag*ez, PO BOX 9262, Mayag*ez PR 00681-9262. Telephone: (787) 832-4040, x 2265 or 2314. PURDUE UNIVERSITY, West Lafayette, IN . Q0 Environmental & Natural Resource Economics . Tenure track Assistant Professor in Environmental and Natural Resource Economics. The person hired for this position will expand the University's environment-related research, outreach and education agenda to include the economic dimensions of such topics as climate change, energy use, and land use change. The position will be in the Department of Agricultural Economics, one of the largest and most distinguished departments of agricultural and applied economics in the US. The department maintains a diverse portfolio of activities with strong research programs in international trade, development, agricultural and energy policy, production agriculture and agribusiness. The successful applicant will develop an internationally recognized research program. S/he will be expected to publish and lead research projects, obtain external, competitive grant support, and work with graduate students. While the primary thrust of this position is in the research area, involvement in resident teaching activities, advising and outreach to local, state or national audiences is expected. Purdue University has recently established three research centers on campus of relevance to this position: the Purdue Climate Change Research Center (www.purdue.edu/climate ), the Center for the Environment (www.discoverypark.purdue.edu/wps/portal/Environment ), and the Purdue Energy Center (www.discoverypark.purdue.edu/wps/portal/Energy ). The successful candidate will be expected to build collaborative relationships with one or more of these centers, as well as with other departments on campus. The candidate must have a Ph.D. in economics, environmental economics, agricultural economics or a related field. Demonstrated ability in economic theory and quantitative methods is expected, with evidence of applied research related to the environment, which may include applications of organizational economics, contract theory, experimental economics and mechanism design as they relate to the environment. The candidate should have a demonstrated interest in interdisciplinary work. The position requires the ability to communicate orally and in writing and the skill to be an effective teacher when working in public forums or the classroom. A complete application should include a statement describing research interests and inter-disciplinary experience, graduate transcripts and a resum*. Contact information for at least three references should be also provided. Write to Dr. Sarahelen Thompson, Head, Department of Agricultural Economics, 403 West State St., Purdue University, West Lafayette, Indiana 47907-2056. Position available as of January 2008. Screening of applicants will begin September 1, 2007 and will continue until the position has been filled. Purdue University is an Equal Access/Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer RAMAPO COLLEGE OF NEW JERSEY, Mahwah, NJ . E0 Macroeconomics F4 International Monetary Economics O1 Development . Assistant Professor of Economics, Tenure Track û Fall 2008--DESCRIPTION: In addition to teaching undergraduate introductory macroeconomics and macroeconomic theory, we seek a candidate willing and able to teach upper level courses in international monetary economics and/or economic development and possibly other fields. REQUIREMENTS: Ph.D. in Economics is preferred. A.B.D. with imminent completion date and experience considered. Preference will be given to individuals who demonstrate successful teaching experience. Faculty members are expected to maintain active participation in research, scholarship, college governance, service, academic advisement and professional development activities. All applications must be completed online at: http://www.ramapojobs.com. Please attach resume, cover letter, a statement of teaching philosophy and three references to the application. Hard copies of resumes and/or applications will not be accepted. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Since its beginning, Ramapo College has had an intercultural/international mission. Please tell us how your background, interest and experience can contribute to this mission, as well as to the specific position for which you are applying. Position offers excellent state benefits. To request accommodation, call (201) 684-7379. Dr. Alexandre Olbrecht, search committee chair. Ramapo College of New Jersey, Dept. 51, Ramapo Valley Road, Mahwah, NJ 07430 ("New Jersey's Public Liberal Arts Collegeö). Ramapo College of New Jersey is located in the beautiful foothills of the Ramapo Valley Mountains, approximately 25 miles northwest of New York City. Ramapo College is a comprehensive institution of higher education dedicated to the promotion of teaching and learning within a strong liberal arts based curriculum, thus earning the designation ôNew JerseyÆs Public Liberal Arts College.ö Its curricular emphasis includes the liberal arts and sciences, social sciences, fine and performing arts, and the professional programs within a residential and sustainable living and learning environment. Organized into thematic learning communities, Ramapo College provides academic excellence through its interdisciplinary curriculum, international education, intercultural understanding and experiential learning opportunities. Ramapo College is a member of the Council of Public Liberal Arts Colleges (COPLAC), a national alliance of leading liberal arts colleges in the public sector. EEO/AFFIRMATIVE ACTION RENSSELAER POLYTECHNIC INSTITUTE, Troy, NY . ZZ Head, Department of Economics, School of Humanities and Social Sciences . Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, established in 1824, is the nation's oldest civilian technological institution, with significant strengths in the analytical talents of its students. The Department of Economics seeks applications and nominations for the position of Department Head. Candidates should have an outstanding research and teaching record meriting the rank of tenured Full Professor at a leading research university, and they must have proven leadership and administrative abilities. The Department seeks to hire an economist in any field, who will build on its existing strengths in environmental and ecological economics, and the economics of technological change. Please send a curriculum vitae and contact details for three references to: Professor James D. Adams, Acting Department Head, Department of Economics, SAGE 3502, Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 110, 8th Street, Troy, NY 12180-3590 (Emails to:kaufmb@rpi.edu). The review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Rensselaer welcomes candidates who will bring diverse intellectual, geographical, gender and ethnic perspectives to RensselaerÆs work and campus communities. Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. RHODES COLLEGE, Memphis, TN . AF Any Field . The Department of Economics and Business seeks applications and nominations for the endowed Robert D. McCallum Professor of Economics and Business. A Ph.D. in economics is required. Candidates should be at either the full or established associate professor level and have strong evidence of excellent teaching and outstanding research. Candidates should be willing to interact with the community. The position receives a significant research budget, reflecting the importance of scholarly contributions. Our ideal candidate will support the aspirations of students in a collaborative atmosphere of advising, mentoring and shared learning. Review of completed applications will begin on October 1, 2007, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter of application, a curriculum vita, and three letters of recommendation. CONTACT: Deborah N. Pittman, Chair of the Department of Economics and Business, Rhodes College, 2000 North Parkway, Memphis, TN 38112 (pittman@rhodes.edu). . Founded in 1848, Rhodes College is a highly selective, private, residential, undergraduate college, located in Memphis, Tennessee. We aspire to graduate students with a lifelong passion for learning, a compassion for others, and the ability to translate academic study and personal concern into effective leadership and action in their communities and the world. We encourage applications from candidates interested in helping us achieve this vision. Memphis has a metropolitan population of over one million and is the nationÆs 18th largest metropolitan area. The city provides multiple opportunities for research and for cultural and recreational activities. Read more about Memphis. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity in the workforce. RICE UNIVERSITY, Houston, TX . C1 Econometrics . Pending final administrative approval, the department of economics at Rice University seeks to fill, with a preference for junior candidates, a tenure track assistant professor position in econometrics. Candidates should show evidence of research excellence and a commitment to teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, three reference letters, and a sample of research. Applications must be received by November 30, 2007. CONTACT: Bryan Brown, Chair, Econometric Recruiting Committee, Department of Economics MS-22, Rice University, P. O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892. Rice University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. . D0 Microeconomics (Theoretical Aspects) C6 Mathematical Methods, C7 Game Theory & Bargaining Theory . Pending final administrative approval, the department of economics at Rice University seeks to fill, with a preference for junior candidates, a tenure track assistant professor position in microeconomic theory. Candidates should show evidence of research excellence and a commitment to teaching at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Applicants should send a cover letter, curriculum vita, three reference letters, and a sample of research. Applications must be received by November 30, 2007. CONTACT: Herv* Moulin, Chair, Micro-Theory Recruiting Committee, Department of Economics MS-22, Rice University, P. O. Box 1892, Houston, TX 77251-1892. Rice University is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer. UNIVERSITY OF SAN FRANCISCO, San Francisco, CA . E0 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics G0 Financial Economics . Pending approval and funding, the Department of Economics at the University of San Francisco is seeking to fill a position at the Assistant Professor level for an empirically-oriented economist with fields in Macroeconomics and/or Money & Banking and/or Financial Markets. The position is anticipated to begin in the Fall of 2008. This is a tenure track appointment. Applicants should be qualified to teach in the area of macroeconomics and one or more of the following areas; money & banking, financial economics, financial markets and time-series econometrics at both the undergraduate and MasterÆs levels. We are particularly interested in candidates with empirical research, financial market experience, and familiarity with the Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA«) program and its curriculum. Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, sample of written work, graduate transcripts, evidence of excellent teaching ability (including teaching evaluations), and three letters of recommendation. Interviews will be conducted at the AEA meetings. Applications must be received, and complete, by December 1, 2007 to be considered for this position. CONTACT: Macroeconomics Search Committee, c/o John M. Veitch, Professor and Chair, Department of Economics, UC 508, University of San Francisco, 2130 Fulton Street, San Francisco, CA 94117-1080. An equal opportunity employer. SOUTH DAKOTA STATE UNIVERSITY, Brookings, SD . C0 Econometric & Statistical Methods Q0 Agricultural & Natural Resource Economics . Assistant Professor of Economics--This is nine month, tenure-track, 60% research and 40% teaching appointment, to begin January 2008 at South Dakota State University to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program in economics and/or agricultural economics. The successful applicant is expected to secure external funding to support his/her research program. Teaching responsibilities will include three to four graduate and undergraduate courses per academic year. Earned Ph.D. in Economics, Agricultural Economics, Statistics, or a related field, with a declared field or emphasis in Econometrics and demonstrated communication skills. Preferred qualifications include a dissertation or other research work in econometrics; research record utilizing econometric techniques and demonstrated ability to complete interdisciplinary research; record of successful grant proposal writing and receipt of grant funds; and experience teaching economics, agricultural economics, or econometrics at university level. Deadline: October 1, 2007 or until filled. For questions on the position contact Dr. Bashir A. Qasmi, Search Chair, Department of Economics, 101 Scobey Hall, Box 504A, SDSU, Brookings, SD 57007, Email: Bashir.Qasmi@sdstate.edu, Phone: (605) 688- 4870. To apply, visit http://YourFuture.sdbor.edu, search for the position, and follow the electronic application process. For questions on the electronic employment process, contact SDSU Human Resources at (605) 688- 4128. SDSU is an AA/EEO employer.ö UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA, Los Angeles, CA . ZZ Director, USC Lusk Center for Real Estate and Lusk Chair in Real Estate . The University of Southern California invites nominations and applications for Director of the USC Lusk Center for Real Estate, Marshall School of Business and School of Policy, Planning and Development. The Director holds the Lusk Chair in Real Estate. We seek an internationally renowned scholar in real estate who will lead real estate research at USC. Position Description and Qualifications: The Lusk Professor and Director will lead the Lusk Center for Real Estate, will serve as the intellectual leader for real estate throughout USC, and as liaison to the real estate industry community. The applicant should be a distinguished scholar. Substantive research areas may include real estate development, real estate finance, urban and regional economics, or other related areas. Applicants should hold a doctoral degree and have excellent research and teaching records. They should be experienced in industry outreach and have demonstrated management and leadership expertise. Lusk Center for Real Estate: The USC Lusk Center for Real Estate advances real estate knowledge, informs business practice, and addresses timely issues that affect the real estate industry, the urban economy, and public policy. It conducts basic and applied real estate research, supports educational programs for students and executives, serves as a link between the academic and practitioner real estate communities, and supports university fundraising initiatives. The Lusk Center is widely recognized as one of the largest and most prominent academic real estate centers in the United States. The USC Lusk Center is a university research center managed jointly by the School of Policy, Planning and Development (SPPD) and the Marshall School of Business. Established in the early 1980s with an endowment gift from the Lusk family, the Lusk Center serves as the focal point for real estate research and outreach at USC. The Lusk endowment supports research and graduate fellowships, as well as an extensive industry outreach program. The Casden Real Estate Economics Forecast, the Ross Minority Executive Education Program, and an endowed distinguished lecture series are major programs of the Lusk Center. The Lusk Center Board of Directors advises the Director. It includes industry leaders from throughout North America. The board, members, and affiliates of the Lusk Center provide funding support for the Center and access to the professional practitioner community. For more information on the Lusk Center, see http://www.usc.edu/schools/sppd/lusk/luskcenter/index.html. An Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. USC is an equal opportunity affirmative action employer that actively seeks diversity in its workplace. Where to Apply: Applications should include an introductory letter, CV, and the names of at least three references. Applications and nominations should be sent to: Mr. Richard Parks, Lusk Search Committee Coordinator, School of Policy, Planning, and Development, Lewis Hall 312, University of Southern California, Los Angeles, CA 90089-0626 (email: richard@usc.edu). Consideration of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. STATE UNIVERSITY OF NEW YORK-FREDONIA, Fredonia, NY . E0 Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics C1 Econometrics and Statistical Methods J1 Women in the Economy . The Department of Economics of SUNY FredoniaÆs School of Business invites applications for a one-year temporary position at the rank of Visiting Assistant Professor of Economics beginning Fall 2007. Teaching responsibilities include undergraduate courses in the above fields. Candidates should hold a Ph.D. in economics or be close to completion. Applicants should be committed to high quality teaching. Salary is competitive. Review of applications will begin immediately, and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should send a letter of application, curriculum vita, unofficial transcripts, three letters of recommendation, application for faculty employment form (available at http://www.fredonia.edu/humanresources/forms/applications.pdf), and teaching evaluations to Chair, Search Committee, by email to bobbi.tabak@fredonia.edu (or by mail to Department of Economics, SUNY Fredonia, Fredonia, NY 14063). SUNY Fredonia is an equal opportunity- affirmative action employer. We actively seek and encourage applications from minorities, women and persons with disabilities. UNIVERSITY OF TENNESSEE, Knoxville, TN . Q1 Agricultural Economics . Professor and Head, Agricultural Economics--The Department of Agricultural Economics includes 21 faculty members and 19 professionals and support staff. The Department offers a B.S. degree in Agricultural Economics and Business, and a M.S. degree in Agricultural Economics. In addition, a Ph.D. program in the area of Natural Resource Economics has recently been developed in collaboration with the Department of Forestry, Wildlife and Fisheries. The department also serves as the academic home for the Agricultural Policy Analysis Center, the Agricultural and Extension Education Program, and the Extension MANAGE program. Additional details available at http://economics.ag.utk.edu/. The Department Head provides leadership to develop and deliver nationally and internationally recognized programs in teaching, research, Extension, and service and provides leadership for a program of activities that meets the needs of eligible clientele regardless of race, color, national origin, age, sex, disability, religion or veteran status. This is to be achieved by: Interacting with faculty and external constituencies to determine direction and priorities; recruiting and hiring outstanding faculty and staff; planning and conducting annual performance reviews; retaining, motivating, and strengthening faculty and staff through active engagement, mentoring, and professional development programs; recruiting, counseling and advising students majoring in the discipline; representing the department to external constituencies; and creating an environment that fosters diversity, collegiality, and teamwork. The successful candidate must qualify for the rank of professor in the Department of Agricultural Economics with an earned doctoral degree in agricultural economics, economics, or other closely related field. The candidate must demonstrate evidence of exceptional academic achievements including extramural funding; effective leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills; experience with teaching, research, and/or Extension programs at a land grant university, and understanding of and commitment to excellence for all three functions; experience in assessing priorities and adapting to a changing environment with creativity and innovation; and commitment to maintaining and expanding diversity and knowledge of equal employment opportunity and affirmative actions. Apply online at http://www.utextension.utk.edu/employment/NewForms.html Application materials include curriculum vita; letter of interest detailing leadership philosophy and illustrating commitment to research, teaching, and Extension; names, addresses, and telephone numbers of four professional references; and official transcripts showing degree(s) conferred. Screening will begin August 1, 2007 and continue until the position is filled. The University of Tennessee is an EEO/AA/Title VI/Title IX/Section 504/ADA/ADEA institution in the provision of its education and employment programs and services. Contact: Tim Cross, Associate Dean and Search Committee Chair, University of Tennessee, 2621 Morgan Circle, Room 120, Knoxville, TN 37996-4522 (Phone: 865 974-7112; Fax: 865 974-1068; tlcross@utk.edu). TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY, College Station, TX . F3 International Institutions O1 International Organizations . The George Bush School of Government & Public Service invites applications and nominations for a tenure- track assistant professor with expertise in international institutions/organizations. Of particular interest are scholars with expertise on institutions both global and regional involved in issues of development (e.g., country economic and social development, health, poverty reduction, etc.) Successful candidates must have a doctorate in a relevant field and a demonstrated commitment to high quality research. Practical field experience in working with one or more institutions will be treated as a valued asset. Established in 1997, the Bush School is a non-partisan, graduate school of public and international affairs that offers professional degrees with a multidisciplinary faculty at Texas A&M University, an equal-opportunity employer. For further information see http://bush.tamu.edu. Review of applications will begin on November 5 and will continue until the position is filled. Send a formal letter of application, curriculum vitae and three letters of recommendation to: MPIA Search Committee, George Bush School of Government and Public Service, Texas A&M University, 4220 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-4220. UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS-DALLAS, Richardson, TX . E0 Macroeconomics . The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences at THE UNIVERSITY OF TEXAS AT DALLAS invites applications to fill a position in macroeconomics. A Ph.D. in economics is required by the time of appointment. For more information, see http://www.utdallas.edu/epps/. Advanced assistant professor or higher rank with an established research agenda are encouraged to apply although new entrants into the market with evidence of high promise who will have completed their Ph.D. in economics by the time of appointment will be considered. The successful applicant will concentrate on structural macroeconometrics and behavioral macroeconomics. A secondary field in experimental economics is a plus. Review of applications will begin on August 1, 2007, and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, recent teaching evaluations, and two samples of written work to: Academic Search #3003, The University of Texas at Dallas, P.O. Box 830688ûAD 42, Richardson, TX 75083-0688. Indication of sex and ethnicity for affirmative action statistical purposes is requested as part of the application but not required. UTD is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of the universityÆs faculty and administration. . C1 Econometrics F0 International Economics H0 Public Economics . The School of Economic, Political and Policy Sciences invites applications to fill one position. The ideal candidate will have an interest in teaching graduate econometrics and have primary research/teaching interests in one or more of the applied fields listed above. A minimum qualification is three years experience with PhD in hand. We seek applicants with a developed research agenda and evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. levels. We offer a productive and dynamic environment with several high- profile hires in recent years. Review of applications will begin on October 1, 2007, and applications will continue to be accepted until the positions are filled. Send letter of application, curriculum vitae, and 3 letters of reference to: Academic Search #30005, The University of Texas at Dallas, P.O. Box 830688, M/S AD42, Richardson, TX 75083. UTD is an equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. VANDERBILT UNIVERSITY, Nashville, TN . D0 Applied Microeconomics C0 Econometrics . The Economics Department at Vanderbilt University invites applications for two tenure track appointments at the rank of Assistant Professor beginning in Fall 2008. We encourage applicants with research interests in applied microeconomic fields and econometrics. Vanderbilt stresses excellence in research and teaching in its doctoral, masters, and undergraduate programs. Preliminary interviews will be conducted at the January AEA meetings. Applicants should send a cover letter, job market paper, and three letters of recommendation (under separate cover) to Peter L. Rousseau, Chair of Junior Recruiting Committee, Department of Economics, Vanderbilt University, 2301 Vanderbilt Place, VU Station B Box 351819, Nashville, TN 37235. The deadline for receiving all application materials, including letters of recommendation, is December 1, 2007. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer, Vanderbilt encourages applications from women and minorities. WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, St. Louis, MO . AF Any Field . The Department of Economics is continuing a major recruiting effort through the hiring of new faculty at all ranks. All fields will be considered, but we have a preference for candidates specializing in applied economics. We seek applications and nominations for senior positions. Senior candidates must have an active research agenda, outstanding publication record, and a commitment to excellent teaching. To apply, submit a cover letter indicating interest and a current CV. Consideration of applicants will continue until positions are filled. More information about our recruiting plan is available at http://economics.wustl.edu. Washington University is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing faculty diversity. We welcome applications from women and members of minority groups. CONTACT: Senior Faculty Search Committee, Department of Economics, Washington University, Campus Box 1208, 1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899 USA. . AF Any Field . The Department of Economics is continuing a major recruiting effort through the hiring of new faculty at all ranks. All fields will be considered, but we have a preference for candidates specializing in applied economics. We invite tenure-track assistant professor applications for Fall 2008. Applicants are expected to have a Ph.D. in economics by the time of appointment. Applications should include a CV, three letters of reference, evidence of excellent teaching ability, and research papers. Priority will be given to applications received by November 15, 2007. More information about our recruiting plan is available at http://economics.wustl.edu. Washington University is an equal opportunity employer committed to increasing faculty diversity. We welcome applications from women and members of minority groups. CONTACT: Junior Faculty Search Committee, Department of Economics, Washington University, Campus Box 1208, 1 Brookings Drive, St. Louis, MO 63130-4899 USA. WESTERN NEW ENGLAND COLLEGE, Springfield, MA . A1 General Economics E5 Monetary Policy, Central Banking, & the Supply of Money & Credit F0 International Economics F1 Trade F4 Macroeconomic Aspects of International Trade & Finance . Candidates sought for a fully-funded tenure track position beginning in September 2008. We are primarily a teaching institution seeking candidates with a strong commitment to teaching. However, scholarly activities are expected and play a role in the tenure decision. Faculty normally teach 4 sections per semester. Candidates must be prepared to teach Principles of Economics as well as upper level courses in Money and Banking and International Economics. Ph D completion is required prior to the time of appointment. We also offer the opportunity to do interdisciplinary teaching in WomenÆs Studies, African-American Studies, comparative cultures, our Honors program and/or in a general college requirement that combines liberal and professional perspectives. Western New England College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with undergraduate and graduate programs offered through the CollegeÆs Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Law. For more details on this job, the department and the college, see the website at http://mars.wnec.edu/~econ/openposition1.html. Send vita, letter of interest, official or unofficial transcripts from your graduate institution(s), and three letters of recommendations sent directly by the references by November 15, 2007. Arrangements will be made for interviews at the New Orleans meetings of the AEA. Please send your information to: Economics Search Chair, Saeed Ghahramani, c/o School of Arts and Sciences, Western New England College, 1215 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA 01119. Electronic applications may be sent to acouture@wnec.edu. Western New England College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. . A1 General Economics N0 Economic History B5 Current Heterodox Approaches . Candidates sought for a fully-funded tenure track position beginning in September 2008. We are primarily a teaching institution seeking candidates with a strong commitment to teaching. However, scholarly activities are expected and play a role in the tenure decision. Faculty normally teach 4 sections per semester. Candidates must be prepared to teach Principles of Economics as well as American Economic History at the upper level. In addition, we would hope that the successful candidate will also be ready willing and able to teach intermediate Macroeconomics if needed. Ph D completion is required prior to the time of appointment. We also offer the opportunity to do interdisciplinary teaching in WomenÆs Studies, African-American Studies, comparative cultures, our Honors program and/or in a general college requirement that combines liberal and professional perspectives. This position is one for which we strongly welcome applications from individuals whose research and teaching interests are in heterodox areas. Western New England College is a private, independent, coeducational institution with undergraduate and graduate programs offered through the CollegeÆs Schools of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Law. For more details on this job, the department and the college, see the website at http://mars.wnec.edu/~econ/openposition2.html. Send vita, letter of interest, official or unofficial transcripts from your graduate institution(s), and three letters of recommendations sent directly by the references by November 15, 2007. Arrangements will be made for interviews at the New Orleans meetings of the AEA. Please send your information to: Economics Search Chair, Professor Michael Meeropol, c/o Dean School of Arts and Sciences, Western New England College, 1215 Wilbraham Road, Springfield, MA 01119. Electronic applications may be sent to alovotti@wnec.edu. Western New England College is an Equal Opportunity Employer. UNIVERSITY OF WISCONSIN-MADISON, Madison, WI . P0 Comparative Political Economy . The University of Wisconsin-Madison, College of Letters & Science invites applications for a position in the area of Comparative Political Economy, open rank, beginning August, 2008. This position is part of the Chancellor's interdisciplinary cluster initiative in Comparative Political Economy (http://www.clusters.wisc.edu/clusters/show/17). Applicants with specialization in all areas of Comparative Political Economy are encouraged to apply. Tenure home will reside within the department best suited to the applicant's area of interest. Ph.D. in a social sciences field is required prior to the start of the appointment. Applicants for a tenured appointment must have demonstrated excellence in research, teaching and service. Responsibilities include teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level, performing scholarly research, participation in faculty governance activities, and performing University and professional service as appropriate. Submit a letter of application, CV, three letters of recommendation, and a list of published or unpublished manuscripts available for inspection to: Joel Rogers, Chair, Recruitment Committee, Comparative Political Economy Cluster Search, University of Wisconsin-Madison, 1180 Observatory Drive, Madison, WI 53706-1393. To ensure full consideration, materials must be received before October 19, 2007. Unless confidentiality is requested in writing, information regarding applicants must be released upon request. Finalists cannot be guaranteed confidentiality. AA/EOE. Women and minorities are urged to apply.