JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Northwestern University

Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences
Departments of Economics
Assistant Professor in Economics

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111477633
Date Posted: 08/13/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor in Economics
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Evanston, Illinois, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: 00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
Salary Range: $220,000 - $260,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Northwestern University Department of Economics anticipates filling an opening at the rank of Assistant Professor (full time) beginning September 1, 2027. We invite applications from candidates in all fields of economics. Duties include teaching, research, and advising graduate students. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the start date. Primary considerations for all faculty positions will be an outstanding research record, excellent recommendations, and teaching ability. Candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the excellence of our academic community are encouraged to apply. Salary will be competitive. In order to ensure consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2026. Please apply at https://www.econjobmarket.org/. For questions, contact Christy Bullion at econ@northwestern.edu.The expected base pay range for this position is $220,000 - $260,000.(nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.)

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Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
  • Letters of Reference Link
Application deadline: 11/15/2026