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Assistant Professor of Economics
Advertiser: Economics, Brown University
Field(s) of specialization: Any field
Position type(s): Assistant Professor
Location of job: 64 Waterman St, Robinson Hall, Providence, Rhode Island, 02912, United States
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: 2027-07-01
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Letters of reference required: 3
Target date for applications: 21 Nov 2026
Application deadline: 1 Mar 2027 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 1 Mar 2027
Ad text:

The Department of Economics seeks to recruit an Assistant Professor of Economics (tenure-track), beginning July 1, 2027. We seek candidates in any field of economics whose research demonstrates exceptional importance and originality and who will benefit from and enrich the department’s existing strengths. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level should have a Ph.D. in hand or firmly expected by August 2027, be engaged in a research program with the potential to influence their field, and demonstrate the potential for excellence in undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising. Applicants should submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and copies of or links to important publications and/or working papers. Applicants must arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted online. Applicants should address in their cover letter how they would contribute to the research and/or teaching missions of our diverse and inclusive university community. All candidates must apply online at https://econjobmarket.org/positions/12612." Applications must be received by November 21, 2026 to be guaranteed full consideration, but will be accepted until the position is filled.

Brown University provides equal opportunity and prohibits discrimination, harassment and retaliation based upon a person’s race, color, religion, sex, age, national or ethnic origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or any other characteristic protected under applicable law, in the administration of its policies, programs, and activities. The University recognizes and rewards individuals on the basis of qualifications and performance. The University maintains certain affirmative action programs in compliance with applicable law.

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