University of Iowa

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Applications are invited for faculty positions at the rank of Associate or Full Professor (with tenure) beginning August 17, 2016, in the Department of Economics at the University of Iowa.

We have two positions and seek applied microeconomists with demonstrated empirical skills. While the search is open to all applied areas of microeconomics, we have a particular interest in labor, industrial organization and related fields. A successful candidate will have the opportunity to provide leadership in developing their field within the department, with the prospect of hiring one or more junior faculty in that area. A successful candidate will be expected to develop a consistent record of positive classroom teaching in the undergraduate, MBA and/or doctoral programs and supervise doctoral research, to maintain a record of excellence in published scholarly research, and to take on leadership roles in the Department and College.
Candidates must have an earned Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field and an outstanding record of scholarly achievement. Candidates must be committed to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education with demonstrated evidence of a commitment to diversity in the educational community. Evidence of successful teaching experience is required.

Please apply through Jobs@UIOWA at https://jobs.uiowa.edu/jobSearch/faculty/ and reference requisition #67674. Applicants should submit their curriculum vitae, samples of research and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Three reference letters are required and the applicant will provide the email address of references at the application website. Questions about the system should be directed to linda-bostian@uiowa.edu. We plan to begin reviewing applicants immediately.

The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, religion, associational preference, status as a qualified individual with disability, or status as a protected veteran. A background check will be required for employment in the position.