Assistant/Associate Professor Position | Department of Economics at the University of North Texas

University of Groningen; Denton (TX, TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent university in Texas is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor for its Department of Economics. This role involves conducting applied research in regional development and urban economics, along with reduced teaching responsibilities. Candidates should have a PhD in a relevant field and a proven funding record. The position promises competitive salary and opportunities for impactful research.

Qualifications

• PhD in a relevant field such as economics or regional development.
• Strong desire for applied research and proven funding record.
• Experience in urban and spatial economics.

Responsibilities

• Conduct research in applied regional development and urban economics.
• Serve as assistant director of the Economics Research Group.
• Engage in teaching with a reduced load.

Skills

Applied research

Spatial modeling

Urban economics

Transportation economics

Education

PhD in relevant field

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor Position | Department of Economics at the University of North Texas

College of Liberal Arts & Social Sciences

Economics Department

Position Title: Assistant/Associate Professor

JOE ID Number: 2019-02_111463366

Date Posted: 09/23/2019

Location: Denton, Texas, UNITED STATES

Position Overview:

The Department of Economics at the University of North Texas invites applicants for an assistant/associate professor position beginning in fall 2020. Desired fields are in applied regional development, regional theory, urban economics, transportation economics, spatial modeling, or spatial econometrics. Applicants must have a PhD in a relevant field, a strong desire for applied research, and a proven funding record. The person hired will be the assistant director of the Economics Research Group. Position carries a reduced teaching load. Salary is competitive.

Application Process:

Please submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and a narrative describing scholarly research. Reference letters will be requested later. Applications accepted until the position is filled.

Contact Information:

For direct questions, please contact Professor Michael Carroll, Department of Economics, [e-mail], 940-565-4049.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The UNT System is committed to EEO/AA and complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The UNT System does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application and admission processes, educational programs and activities, and employment practices.