JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Vanderbilt University

Economics
Associate Professor Position in Labor and Public Economics

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111478325
Date Posted: 10/23/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Associate Professor Position in Labor and Public Economics
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Nashville, Tennessee, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
H -- Public Economics
J -- Labor and Demographic Economics
Keywords:
Labor Economics
Public Economics
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Department of Economics at Vanderbilt University invites applications for a full-time position at the rank of Associate Professor, with tenure, beginning August 16, 2027, in the areas of labor and public economics. Vanderbilt University is committed to excellence in research and teaching across its doctoral, master’s, and undergraduate programs. This position will also support the Arts & Science Core curriculum.

Appointment at the Associate Professor level requires a Ph.D. and a demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, research and teaching statements, evidence of teaching effectiveness such as recent course evaluations, and the names and contact information of three individuals who may be asked to provide letters of recommendation. Applications should be submitted through Interfolio at: https://apply.interfolio.com/195147

EEO Statement
Vanderbilt University shall abide by the requirements of 41 CFR §§ 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). These regulations prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, or national origin. Moreover, these regulations require that covered prime contractors and subcontractors provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, protected veteran status or disability.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
Application deadline: 11/30/2026