University of Texas at El Paso

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Job Announcement:

The Department of Economics and Finance at the University of Texas at El Paso (UTEP) invites applications for four tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics positions. While candidates from all fields are encouraged to apply, preference will be given to those with strong quantitative skills in the fields of urban/regional economics, international economics, labor economics, health economics, public finance, real estate, and bank management.

One of these four tenure-track positions will be directly affiliated with the Center for Free Enterprise, a newly formed center focused on serving a predominantly Hispanic student population and binational business community. Applicants with strong quantitative skills among the fields listed above with a genuine interest in the student engagement and outreach efforts of the Center should apply using the separate link specified below.

The expected starting date for all positions is September 1, 2023. Salary and benefits are AACSB-competitive. Hiring decisions are subject to final budgetary approval.


Required Qualifications:

Candidates must complete their Ph.D. in Economics prior to the starting date. Successful candidates must demonstrate the potential to publish in high quality journals and provide evidence of quality instruction. Excellent interpersonal and communication skills are also important.


UTEP’s Mission:

UTEP is a comprehensive public research university that is increasing access to excellent higher education. We advance discovery of public value and positively impact the health, culture, education, and economy of the community we serve.


Application Procedure:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled. Applicants must submit a cover letter, job market paper, CV, a statement of contribution to diversity, equity, inclusion, and accessibility and contact information for three references. Graduate transcripts will be requested at a later stage. To receive full consideration, applicants should apply no later than November 15, 2022.

*** Assistant Professor Application:
https://utep.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=153274

*** Center for Free Enterprise Assistant Professor Application:
https://utep.interviewexchange.com/jobofferdetails.jsp?JOBID=153286


The University of Texas at El Paso is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. To learn more about UTEP and El Paso, please visit https://www.utep.edu/human-resources/services/employment/