Position Description
The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track position. The appointment is expected to be at the rank of Assistant Professor, but appointment at a higher rank is possible under exceptional circumstances. We welcome applications from qualified candidates in any field of Economics. The position start date is August 1, 2020.
For more information about the Department of Economics please see: www.mcgill.ca/economics/. Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Department of Economics, Francisco Ruge-Murcia, at francisco.ruge-murcia@mcgill.ca.
Job Duties
Teaching, research, and service to the institution.
Qualifications and Education Requirements
Candidates should have completed their PhD or be near completion. An applicant’s record of performance must provide evidence of outstanding research potential. In addition to an innovative research portfolio, the successful candidate is expected to show promise of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. The language of instruction at McGill is English, but a working knowledge of French is an asset.
Job Details
Job Classification: Tenure-track
Rank: Assistant Professor
Job Status: Full-time
Salary:Commensurate with qualifications and experience
Application Deadline: Applications should be received by December 1, 2019, to guarantee full consideration, although applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.
Application Process
Applications must be submitted online at: https://econjobmarket.org/positions/5931
The following supporting documents are required:
- A cover letter and curriculum vitae;
- Recent research papers;
- Three letters of reference.
Commitment to Equity and Diversity
McGill University, is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.
At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.
McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.
McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures. Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, this email or phone at 514-398-2477.
To this end, we draw your attention to McGill's Equity & Diversity Survey, http://www.mcgill.ca/apo/equity-diversity-survey. We invite you to complete this survey online. If you choose to complete the survey, please use the reference number R930. Please complete the survey by December 1, 2019.
All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Research statement
- Job market paper (optional)
- Contact information for references (optional)
- Letters of reference: 3