Assistant Professor in Macroeconomics

The University of North Carolina at Greensboro; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Macroeconomics. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to a diverse academic community, teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses while engaging in impactful research. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in applied macroeconomics and microeconomic theory, with a commitment to academic excellence and student success. Join a vibrant institution recognized for its dedication to diversity and community engagement, where your expertise can shape the future of economics education.

Qualifications

• Doctoral Degree in Economics or related field required.
• Teaching experience at undergraduate and graduate levels preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach macroeconomics courses on-campus and online.
• Maintain an active research agenda in applied macroeconomics.

Skills

Applied Macroeconomics

Microeconomic Theory

Teaching Skills

Research Skills

Education

Doctoral Degree in Economics

ABD (All But Dissertation)

Job description

Posting Details

Position Information

Located in North Carolina's third largest city, UNC Greensboro is among the most diverse, learner-centered public research universities in the state, with 18,000 students in eight colleges and schools pursuing more than 150 areas of undergraduate and over 200 areas of graduate study. UNCG continues to be recognized nationally for academic excellence, access, and affordability. UNCG is ranked No. 1 most affordable institution in North Carolina for net cost by the N.Y. Times and No. 1 in North Carolina for social mobility by The Wall Street Journal - helping first-generation and lower-income students find paths to prosperity. Designated an Innovation and Economic Prosperity University by the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities, UNCG is a community-engaged research institution with a portfolio of more than $67M in research and creative activity. The University's 2,600 staff help create an annual economic impact for the Piedmont Triad region in excess of $1B.

The Department of Economics in the Bryan School of Business and Economics at the University of North Carolina at Greensboro invites applications for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Macroeconomics. The position has a target start date of either fall 2025 (August) or spring 2026 (January). The search will remain open until the position is filled.

The Department seeks candidates whose research is in applied macroeconomics or microeconomic theory. Successful candidates will be able to teach on-campus and online courses in macroeconomics at the undergraduate and graduate levels and will have an active research agenda.

Screening of applications shall begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit a letter of interest; vita; and research samples. Candidates may also submit evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available. Please upload all materials to https://spartantalent.uncg.edu.

Candidates should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be submitted via Spartan Talent.

Questions about the position should be directed to: Dr. Dora Gicheva, Search Committee Chair, at [e-mail].

Position Number	001043
Functional Title	Assistant Professor in Macroeconomics
Position Type	Tenure Stream
Position Eclass	FC - Faculty 9 month Non Leave earn
University Information
Primary Purpose of the Organizational Unit	The Department of Economics https://economics.uncg.edu/offers a B.A., a B.S., an M.A. in Applied Economics, three graduate certificates, and a PhD. In addition, the Department delivers courses in the undergraduate business core and the MBA program. The Bryan School of Business and Economics has 4,100 undergraduate and graduate students and 127 full- and part-time faculty members housed in six departments. Women comprise 46.7 percent of the school's faculty and 29.1 percent are from underrepresented ethnic groups (UREG). Bryan School graduates have a strong placement rate and salary. Accredited in both business and accounting by AACSB, the Bryan School is the recipient of many rankings, honors, and accolades. Additionally, in recent years its tenure-stream faculty members averaged 2 to 3 peer-reviewed journal articles each, among them 15-20 in FT50 journals plus another 20-25 in other 4 or 4* journals (CABS AJG), in addition to books and grants. More information about the school may be found at https://bryan.uncg.edu/. The Bryan School has two dedicated recording studios and two dedicated HyFlex (studio) classrooms to support its extensive asynchronous online offerings and the growing opportunity for synchronous online offerings. UNC Greensboro, located in the Piedmont Triad region of North Carolina, is 1 of only 57 doctoral institutions recognized by the Carnegie Foundation for both higher research activity and community engagement. Founded in 1891 and one of the original three UNC System institutions, UNC Greensboro is one of the most diverse universities in the state with 20,000+ students, and 3,000+ faculty and staff members representing 90+ nationalities. With 17 Division I athletic teams, 85 undergraduate degrees in over 125 areas of study, as well as 74 master's and 32 doctoral programs, UNC Greensboro is consistently recognized nationally among the top universities for academic excellence and value, with noted strengths in health and wellness, visual and performing arts, nursing, education, and more. For additional information, please visit uncg.edu and follow UNCG on Facebook, X, and Instagram.
Position Summary
Minimum Qualifications	Applicants should hold a Doctoral Degree in Economics or a closely related field or have all degree requirements completed by the position's start date to be appointed as an Assistant professor. Candidates who have completed all requirements, but their dissertation (ABD) will be initially appointed with the probationary term rank of Instructor for a maximum of one year and must have the terminal degree conferred prior to the end of that year to be appointed to the Assistant Professor position.
Preferred Qualifications
Tenure Status	Tenure Track
Special Instructions to Applicants
Recruitment Range	Commensurate with Experience
Org #-Department	Economics - 11802
Job Open Date	03/21/2025
For Best Consideration Date	03/24/2025
Job Close Date
Open Until Filled	Yes
FTE	1.000
Type of Appointment	Permanent
Time Limited Duration
Number of Months per Year	9
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