The University of Akron

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The Economics Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in labor economics and applied econometrics, starting August 2022. The successful candidate will have a willingness and ability to become proficient in teaching SAS programming for data analytics and to teach an undergraduate game theory class.

Candidates must have a PhD in economics by August 22, 2022 and show evidence of high potential for excellence in teaching and significant research publishable in quality peer-reviewed journals. The successful candidate will also have potential for success in achieving external funding. Teaching responsibilities will include courses in introductory economics, econometrics, labor economics, game theory and other courses in the candidate’s area of expertise. Additional responsibilities include advising students, leading students’ capstone senior project, assisting in curriculum development, and participating in other departmental activities as assigned by the department chair.

Review of applications will begin December 3. We will follow AEA’s suggested timeline and conduct initial interviews online starting on Monday, January 3, 2022.

We value employees that are as diverse as our students. Candidates that can contribute to what makes us unique are encouraged to apply. EOE, including disability/vets.