Assistant, Associate or Full Professor of Economics
Advertiser: Department of Economics, Washington University in St. Louis
Field(s) of specialization: Any field
Position type(s): Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Full Professor
Location of job: 1 Brookings Drive, MSC 1208‐228‐308, Seigle Hall, Room 307, St. Louis, MO, 63130, United States
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: Flexible
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Letters of reference required: 3
Application deadline: 16 Nov 2026 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 16 Nov 2026
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting November, 2026.
Ad text:

Washington University in St. Louis, Department of Economics, invites applications for full-time, tenure-track positions at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor with an expected start date of Fall 2027. We are seeking candidates with an active research agenda and a strong commitment to excellent teaching and service. We welcome applicants from any field of economics, though we are particularly interested in candidates specializing in macroeconomics.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct high-quality research aimed at publication in peer-reviewed economics journals, teach and advise undergraduate and graduate students, and actively contribute to departmental and university service. Candidates must hold a Ph.D. in Economics, a relevant field, or a foreign equivalent by the appointment start date. Applicants for Associate or Full Professor must possess an outstanding teaching, service, and publication record commensurate with tenure at those respective ranks.

To ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 16, 2026; review is rolling, so early application is strongly encouraged. Complete applications must include a cover letter, curriculum vitae, recent research papers, and three letters of reference. Applicants with prior teaching experience should also submit evidence of teaching ability, such as evaluations.

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