Wichita State University

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The Department of Marketing and Economics in the W. Frank Barton School of Business at Wichita State University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics, beginning August 2027.
We seek candidates with research and teaching interests in applied microeconomics. Primary preference will be given to candidates specializing in labor economics; candidates with research and/or teaching interests in environmental economics are also encouraged to apply. Strong applicants from other fields within applied microeconomics are welcome.

The successful candidate will maintain an active research agenda and publish in peer-reviewed journals, teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels, advise and mentor students, and contribute to departmental, college, and university service. The standard teaching assignment includes Principles of Microeconomics, Labor Economics, and Business Statistics, with opportunities to develop courses in the candidate's area of expertise.

Required Qualifications
• Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field by August 2027.
• Demonstrated evidence of, or strong potential for, high-quality scholarly research and effective teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Preferred Qualifications
• Research and/or teaching interests in labor economics and/or environmental economics.
• Use of empirical methods, econometric techniques, or data-intensive approaches to address applied economic questions.

About the Department
The Department of Marketing and Economics is housed in the AACSB-accredited W. Frank Barton School of Business. The department offers undergraduate programs in economics and a Master's in Economics and Quantitative Analysis, with tracks in data analytics, financial economics, and international economics. Our programs emphasize rigorous economic analysis, quantitative methods, and applications to business and policy problems.

About Wichita State University
Wichita State University is Kansas' only urban public research university and is located in Wichita, the state's largest city. WSU and WSU Tech enroll more than 25,000 students from every state in the U.S. and more than 100 countries. The university emphasizes applied learning and research, innovation, and engagement with business and industry. Its Innovation Campus hosts partnerships with global companies and organizations and provides opportunities for collaboration and applied research.

Application Materials
• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• Research statement
• Teaching statement
• Job market paper
• Three letters of reference

Application Deadline: November 15, 2026. Applications received by this date will receive full consideration; the search will continue until the position is filled.
How to Apply: Submit all materials through the WSU employment portal: https://jobs.wichita.edu/jobs/assistant-professor-of-economics-wichita-kansas-united-states

Contact
Questions may be directed to the search committee chair: Prof. William Miles: william.miles@wichita.edu
Equal Employment Opportunity
Wichita State University is an equal employment and affirmative action employer, ensuring consideration for qualified applicants regardless of characteristics such as race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, or disability. For accommodations, contact Human Resources at (316) 978-3065 or employment@wichita.edu. Discrimination concerns may be directed to the Office of Civil Rights, Title IX & ADA Compliance (CTAC).