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The Northwestern University Department of Economics anticipates filling an opening at the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction (full-time) beginning September 1, 2025. The Department invites applications from candidates in all fields of economics and from all diverse backgrounds. Duties include teaching, research, and advising students. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the start date. Primary considerations for all faculty positions will be excellent recommendations and teaching ability. Salary will be competitive. In order to ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 18, 2024. Please apply at https://www.econjobmarket.org/. For questions, contact Christy Bullion at econ@northwestern.edu.

Candidates who, through their research, teaching and service, will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community are encouraged to apply. Northwestern University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action employer and does not discriminate against qualified individuals on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, marital status, age, disability, citizenship status, veteran status, genetic information, or any other protected class. Individuals from all diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply. Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the United States. For more information, please see the University’s Policy on Discrimination and Harassment at https://www.northwestern.edu/equity/documents/discrimination-harassment-policy-resources-procedures-final.pdf

Salary

The expected base pay range for this position is $85,000 - $95,000.

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal equity; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

Benefits

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful, competitive, high-quality health care plans, retirement benefits, tuition discounts and more! Visit us at https://www.northwestern.edu/hr/benefits/index.html to learn more.

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Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer of all protected classes, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Women, racial and ethnic minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Click for information on EEO is the Law.