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Assistant Professor
Advertiser: Economics, Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Field(s) of specialization: Any field
Position type(s): Assistant Professor
Location of job: 50 Memorial Drive, The Morris and Sophie Chang Building, Cambridge, MA, 02142, United States
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: 2025-07-01
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Letters of reference required: 3
Application deadline: 8 Nov 2024 midnight UTC (no longer accepting applications)
Current search status: Reviewing applications
Posting end date: 8 Nov 2024
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting December, 2024.
Ad text:

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) in Cambridge, Massachusetts has openings at the junior tenure-track faculty level beginning July 1, 2025, or as soon thereafter as possible. No Economics field constraints. A PhD in Economics or a closely related field is required by the start of employment, and with strong recommendations from graduate school faculty and established potential in research and teaching. Faculty responsibilities include teaching courses in Economics and related topics (1 subject per term the first year and 1.25 subjects per term thereafter); departmental committee work; and research in Economics and related topics. Applications must be received by November 8, 2024. Virtual interviews will take place the week of December 16, 2024.

The Department of Economics seeks candidates of the highest ability with the brightest futures, representing the diverse tapestry of the United States and our global community. We value unique perspectives and believe when we come together in the spirit of education, innovation, and discovery, our varied views and experiences build a stronger more inclusive and enriching environment.

MIT is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and we strongly encourage applications from women, racial and ethnic minorities, and other individuals who are under-represented in the profession, including but not limited to gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, disability, citizenship, age, political views, socioeconomic status, veteran status, immigration status or physical appearance.

Please submit your CV, job market paper, and three letters of recommendation via JOE listing.

Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background check.

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