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Assistant Professor of Economics - Macroeconomics
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced AssistantProfessor of Economics - Macroeconomics at its Detroit campuslocation.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university locatedin the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from allbackgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Ourdeep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity,diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educationalopportunities which prepare students for success in a globalsociety.
Essential functions (job duties):
The Department of Economics at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning on or about August 18, 2027. This is a full-time (9-month), benefits-eligible faculty position.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teachingin macroeconomics and econometrics at both the undergraduate andgraduate levels. The Department offers B.A., M.A., and Ph.D.programs. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment toexcellence in both research and teaching and should contribute tothe academic and professional activities of the department. Theteaching load is 2:2 (fall: winter semesters).
WSU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a RU/VH (ResearchUniversity, Very High research activity) institution and servesmore than 24,000 students across 370 academic programs, making it apremier, public, urban research university located in the heart ofDetroit.
Qualifications:
We seek candidates specializing in macroeconomics with a strongbackground in applied macroeconometrics.
Candidates should have an active research agenda in macroeconomicsand demonstrate strong potential for high-quality research andpublication.
Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Economics no later thanAugust 17, 2027.
To receive full consideration, applications must be received by November 16, 2026.
School/College/Division:
H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science
Primary department:
H0306 - Economics
Employment type:
Regular Employee
Job type: Full Time
Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
Compensation type: Annual Salary
Working conditions:
This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of acollective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by aqualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.
Job openings:
Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offeredemployment to undergo a background check, including a criminalhistory check, before starting work. If you are offered employment,the university will inform you if a background check isrequired.
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Worksite address
detroit, MI, 48228, US
Who can apply
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