JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Washington University in St. Louis

Arts & Sciences
Economics
Assistant Professor of Economics

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477463
Date Posted: 05/12/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor of Economics
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 invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor of Economics in the Department of Economics at the School of Arts and Sciences. The position will teach Economics courses to undergraduate and graduate level students. In addition, the position will conduct research aimed at publication in peer-reviewed economics journals, advise students, participate in faculty meetings and provide service to the university. The position allows for occasional telecommuting within commuting distance of St. Louis, Missouri. Position requires domestic travel up to 5% of the time for academic collaboration and attending professional conferences. A Ph.D. in Economics (or foreign equivalent) is required.

Applicants should include a cover letter of interest, curriculum vitae, research papers, and three reference letters. Applicants with teaching experience should also submit evidence of their teaching ability, such as teaching evaluations.

All application materials should be submitted online at https://econjobmarket.org/positions/12481

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