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Job Description

The Department of Economics at McMaster University invites applications for a Postdoctoral Fellowship. This is a one (1) year fellowship that shall commence on July 1, 2024.

The successful candidate must either have received their doctorate since July 1, 2019, or expect to do so by December 31, 2024.

The successful applicant will have demonstrated expertise in applied labour economics, is expected to be actively involved in the daily life of the Department, and will conduct independent research related to productivity, broadly defined. The Productivity Partnership (productivitypartnership.ca/) is partially funding this position. Prior experience with the analysis of microdata related to productivity, especially firm or workplace data, would be an asset.

This Postdoctoral Fellowship carries a full-time salary of $57,000 per annum and a $10,000 stipend for teaching. The fellow’s total income will, therefore, be $67,000. The incumbent will be expected to teach one 3-unit graduate course in labour economics. In addition, the Economics Department will provide up to $8,000 to cover research expenses. These may include, for example, computer hardware and software, technical books and journals and travel to conferences.

How to Apply

A complete application consists of:

· a cover letter (including one of the two statements regarding Canadian citizenship or Permanent Resident status specified below);

· a current Curriculum Vitae (including a list of publications);

· a statement of current and prospective research interests

· a statement of teaching interests and experience (including course outlines and evaluations if available);

· a list of three references and their contact information.

Applications will only be accepted online at www.econjobmarket.org

The review of applications will begin on April 1, 2024, and continue until the position is filled.

Employment Equity Statement

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and within the lands protected by the “Dish With One Spoon” wampum agreement.

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from indigenous (First Nations, Métis or Inuit) peoples, members of racialized communities, persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+. Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact Human Resources Service Centre at 905-525-9140 ext. 222-HR (22247),

To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or citizenship, however, all applications must include one of the following statements: “I am a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada”; OR, “I am not a Canadian citizen or Permanent Resident of Canada”

McMaster University is located on the traditional territories of the Haudenosaunee and Mississauga Nations and, within the lands protected by the Dish with One Spoon wampum agreement.

Position Description

McMaster University’s Faculty of Social Sciences invites applications for a one-year, full-time contractually-limited position at the rank of Lecturer or Assistant Professor in the Department of Economics, located on the main university campus to begin on July 1, 2024.

Applicants must have an area of specialization in labour economics.

The successful applicant will teach a total of seven 3-unit courses in the Fall, Winter, and Spring terms, including two sections of ECON 2A03-Labour Market Issues, two sections of ECON 3D03-Labour Economics, and two sections of the research methods course ECON 4F03–Methods of Inquiry in Economics. Preference will be given to applicants who have completed or are very near completing a PhD in Economics. The applicant must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching and a willingness and ability to contribute to the department’s collegial and collaborative intellectual community as well as university-wide inclusive excellence goals and priorities. The position is initially for one-year, but is renewable subject to good performance and continued funding.

McMaster University is a globally renowned institution of higher learning and a research community committed to advancing human and societal health and well-being. McMaster has a vision to achieve international distinction for creativity, innovation and excellence as a student-centred, research-intensive university. McMaster’s Faculty of Social Sciences comprises over 130 faculty members advancing education and research in collaboration with one or more of the Faculty’s 13 schools, departments and program areas. Its disciplines are preparing societal leaders to respond to economic, political and cultural shifts in Canada and abroad. Discover more about the Faculty of Social Sciences and the City of Hamilton.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence

The diversity of our workforce is at the core of our innovation and creativity and strengthens our research and teaching excellence. In keeping with its Statement on Building an Inclusive Community with a Shared Purpose, McMaster University strives to embody the values of respect, collaboration and diversity, and has a strong commitment to employment equity.

The University seeks qualified candidates who share our commitment to equity and inclusion, who will contribute to the diversification of ideas and perspectives, and especially welcomes applications from First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, members of racialized communities (“visible minorities”), persons with disabilities, women, and persons who identify as 2SLGBTQ+.

We invite all applicants to complete a brief Diversity Survey as part of the application process. It takes approximately two minutes to complete. All questions are voluntary, with an option to decline to answer. All information collected is confidential and will be used to support efforts to broaden the diversity of the applicant pool and to promote a fair, equitable and inclusive talent acquisition process. Inquiries about the Diversity Survey may be directed to hr.empequity@mcmaster.ca.

Job applicants requiring accommodation to participate in the hiring process should contact the Office of the Dean of Faculty of Social Sciences at 905-525-9140 ext. 26156 or admstsoc@mcmaster.ca to communicate accommodation needs.

How to Apply:

Applications should include:

• an application letter

• a curriculum vitae

• a teaching dossier including a thoughtful teaching statement and evidence of teaching excellence

• three confidential letters of reference, guiding referees to comment on your:

1. demonstrated or potential ability to successfully teach undergraduate courses in labour economics and research methods;
2. ability to work in a collaborative environment; and
3. contributions to university and/or community service

• Applicants are required to include a statement describing any contributions made or planned in relation to advancing equity, diversity and inclusion or inclusive excellence in teaching, learning or service within post-secondary, community-based and other professional settings (2-page maximum).

Applications will only be accepted online at EconJobMarket, www.econjobmarket.org

The department will begin reviewing applications on May 13th, 2024. Only complete applications, including all application materials and reference letters, will be considered. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. The effective date of appointment is negotiable, but July 1, 2024 is preferred. All applicants will receive an online confirmation of receipt of their application; however, only short-listed applicants will be contacted for interviews.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University gathers information about applicants’ status as either a permanent resident of Canada or Canadian citizens. Applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship; however, all applications must include one of the following statements:

Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

Direct any inquiries about this position to lqian@mcmaster.ca.