Southern Methodist University

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Position number 50602. The Department of Economics in Dedman College of Southern Methodist University (SMU) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level, effective Fall 2017. The successful candidate will have a strong research focus in empirical microeconomics. We are particularly interested in candidates specializing in areas with a global dimension such as development, environment/natural resource, immigration, poverty, and urban economics; other areas such as education, health, and labor will also be considered. The ability to teach econometrics is a significant plus. Ph.D. is required by August 1, 2017. Candidates should upload their current curriculum vitae, a sample of recent research, and three letters of recommendation to the American Economic Association job posting website https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/. The application in its entirety must be received by November 15, 2016, to receive priority consideration; however, application review will begin immediately and applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled. The committee will notify applicants of its appointment decisions. For additional information on this position send inquiries to eco@smu.edu. For information on the SMU Department of Economics see http://smu.edu/economics/ .

SMU will not discriminate in any program or activity on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, or gender identity and expression. The Executive Director for Access and Equity/Title IX Coordinator is designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies and may be reached at the Perkins Administration Building, Room 204, 6425 Boaz Lane, Dallas, TX 75205, 214-768-3601, accessequity@smu.edu.

Hiring is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a background check.