KAIST (Korea Advanced Institute of Science and Technology)

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KAIST College of Business at Seoul invites applications for Assistant, Associate, and Full Professors of Economics in the areas of Econometrics, Applied Econometrics and Applied Microeconomics intersecting with empirical industrial organization and labor economics. Candidates must have a PhD degree or be in the final stage of their dissertation. The successful candidate is expected to teach graduate econometrics courses.

KAIST is one of the best research-oriented universities in Korea (usually ranked # 1 in Korea) and KAIST College of Business at Seoul offers graduate-only programs leading to PhD, MS, or MBA degrees. We have a low teaching load (2 courses a year for the first 3 years) and a one year research sabbatical every 4 years. We also provide an excellent research environment, including regular seminar series and various research fund opportunities. The University offers a comprehensive fringe benefit package, including housing benefits (free for the first 2 years), moving expenses, and substantial start-up research funds.

Review begins immediately and continues until the position is filled. To be considered for interviews at the 2018 AEA meetings, applications must be received before December 15, 2017. Candidates must submit applications on-line via JOE Listings. Additional information can be obtained from our website: https://www.business.kaist.ac.kr.