University of Oklahoma

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Position Description
The Department of Economics in the Dodge Family College of Arts and Sciences at the University of Oklahoma invites applications for the Chong K. Liew Chair in Economics at the Associate or Full Professor level. A successful candidate must be an outstanding researcher with a substantial research record and a strong commitment to teaching and outreach. The teaching load is 2:1 while holding the endowed position. Contributions to graduate (Ph.D. and M.A.) and undergraduate programming are expected. The appointment will begin on August 16, 2026.

Qualifications
Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in economics. Recognized national reputation of research excellence and superior teaching skills in the field of Economics. Record of scholarship sufficient for appointment as an Associate or Full Professor. Sustained record of high-quality publications. Familiarity with effective teaching practices and mentoring approaches that support students from a wide range of backgrounds.

Preferred Qualifications: Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching. Evidence of ability to build partnerships within and across institutions. Demonstrated record of sustained nationally competitive extramural funding

Application Instructions
Initial screening will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research portfolio, teaching evaluations, and contact information for three confidential letters of recommendation to Interfolio (account # 174273). Salary and benefits are competitive. A background check is required for employment. Norman is a vibrant university town with outstanding schools, amenities, and a low cost of living, http://soonerway.ou.edu. The University of Oklahoma (OU) is a Carnegie-R1 comprehensive public research university known for excellence in teaching, research, and community engagement. OU enrolls over 32,000 students and has more than 2,700 full-time faculty members in 21 colleges. Inquiries should be directed to: Kelvin White, Associate Professor, Senior Associate Dean, DFCAS, kwhite@ou.edu Firat Demir, Chair and Professor of Economics, fdemir@ou.edu University of Oklahoma