JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Washington University in St. Louis

Arts & Sciences
Economics
Assistant Professor

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477458
Date Posted: 05/12/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: St. Louis, Missouri, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: A -- General Economics and Teaching
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Washington University in St. Louis, Missouri, Economics Department invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor. We are interested in candidates in any field of economics, including, but not limited to theoretical-based empirical studies using big datasets, general equilibrium (systemic) analysis of the aggregate and distributional impacts of policies and new technologies, and foundational theoretical work exploring market and non-market social interactions. Candidates must have an active research agenda and a commitment to excellent teaching and hold a Ph.D. in a relevant field. Duties include research for publication in peer-reviewed economics journals, teaching duties, and departmental and university service. Applications should include a cover letter, CV, research papers, and three letters of reference. Applicants with teaching experience should also submit evidence of their teaching ability such as teaching evaluations.
Apply online at https://econjobmarket.org/positions/12476

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
Application deadline: 06/15/2026