Univeristy of Michigan

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The Department of Economics solicits applications in area studies with particular focus on the economics of Japan. The position will begin September 1, 2015, for a university-year appointment subject to budgetary approval. Research capacity and teaching ability serve as the primary criteria for selection. Ph.D. and strong research orientation are required, with Ph.D. expected by August 2015, for junior applicants. The University of Michigan is supportive of the needs of dual career couples and is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. Women and underrepresented minorities are encouraged to apply.

Junior applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, evidence of teaching excellence and completed research papers to the department's Japan Area Studies job posting on EconJobMarket at https://www.econjobmarket.org by November 17, 2014. Junior applicants must also have three letters of reference submitted to the same EconJobMarket posting by November 17, 2014. Senior applicants must submit curriculum vitae, a statement of teaching philosophy and experience, a statement of current and future research plans, and evidence of teaching excellence to Associate Chair for Recruiting, Department of Economics, University of Michigan, 611 Tappan Street, 238 Lorch Hall, Ann Arbor, MI 48109-1220