Microeconomics & Public Economics — Assistant Professor

Maastricht University; Maastricht; On-site; EUR 59,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

8.3% year-end bonus

29 vacation days

Flexible working hours

Home office allowance

Pension ABP

Job summary

Maastricht University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Microeconomics and/or Public Economics. You will contribute to research and teaching in English, strengthen the department’s research profile, and engage in external collaborations within a vibrant international community.

The role includes teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, applying for research funding, and participating in diverse, inclusive academic activities.

Qualifications

• Academic background – You hold a PhD in Economics or a related discipline.
• Strong research profile – You have a strong academic background, possibly already evidenced by publications in peer‑reviewed journals.
• Funding potential – You can demonstrate the willingness or ability to secure external research funding.
• Teaching experience – You have experience in teaching at the university level, for example as the primary instructor or teaching assistant.
• Collaborative mindset – You value teamwork and collegiality, and you enjoy contributing to a positive, inclusive academic environment.

Responsibilities

• Advance research and education in Microeconomics and Public Economics within the department.
• Publish in high‑quality journals and engage in external collaborations.
• Teach at undergraduate and graduate levels in English.
• Apply for competitive research funding.

Skills

Strong research profile

Teaching experience

Collaborative mindset

Funding potential

Education

PhD in Economics or related discipline

Job description

Maastricht University invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in Microeconomics and/or Public Economics. You will contribute to research and teaching in English, strengthen the department’s research profile, and engage in external collaborations within a vibrant international community.

The role includes teaching at undergraduate and graduate levels, applying for research funding, and participating in diverse, inclusive academic activities.