JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Northwestern University

Weinberg College of Arts and Sciences
Departments of Economics
Associate of Full Professor in Economics

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111477811
Date Posted: 09/11/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Associate of Full 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: Associate Professor: $250,000 - $325,000 Professor: $325,000 - $500,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Northwestern University Department of Economics anticipates filling a full time opening at the rank of Associate or Full Professor beginning September 1, 2027. The primary focus of the search is in Applied Microeconomics and Macroeconomics. 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. Salary will be competitive. Candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the excellence of our academic community are encouraged to apply. In order to ensure full 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 is Associate Professor: $250,000 - $325,000 Professor: $325,000 - $500,000 (nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.)

NU is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance.
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Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application deadline: 11/15/2026
Application Instructions:
Apply through EJM: https://econjobmarket.org/positions/12629