Associate or Full Professor in Economics

Northwestern University; Evanston (IL); On-site; USD 250,000 - 500,000; Full time

Job summary

Northwestern University in Evanston, IL, invites applications for an open-rank Associate or Full Professor of Economics. The search focuses on Applied Microeconomics or Macroeconomics, with duties in teaching, research, and advising graduate students.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. by September 1, 2027; salary is competitive with base pay ranges: 250,000–325,000 for Associate and 325,000–500,000 for Professor, nine-month appointment with negotiation and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics by start date (Sept 1, 2027).
• Outstanding research record, excellent recommendations, and strong teaching ability.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Economics.
• Supervise and advise graduate students.
• Engage in scholarly research and contribute to the department.

Job description

Associate or Full Professor in Economics

The Northwestern University Department of Economics anticipates filling a full time opening at the rank of Associate or Full Professor beginning September 1, 2027. The primary focus of the search is in Applied Microeconomics or Macroeconomics. Duties include teaching, research, and advising graduate students. Applicants must hold a Ph.D. by the start date. Primary considerations for all faculty positions will be an outstanding research record, excellent recommendations, and teaching ability. Salary will be competitive. Candidates who, through their research, teaching, and service, will contribute to the excellence of our academic community are encouraged to apply. In order to ensure full consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2026. For questions, contact Christy Bullion at [e-mail].

Salary

This is an open rank search. The expected base pay based on rank is as follows:

Associate Professor: $250,000 - $325,000

Professor: $325,000 - $500,000

This base pay range is for a nine-month academic appointment, does not include summer salary, and is subject to negotiation.

Northwestern University has provided a pay range representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for the position. The pay offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors including (but not limited to) the experience and qualifications of the selected candidate including years since terminal degree, training, and field or discipline; departmental budget availability; internal comparators; and external market pay for comparable jobs.

At Northwestern, we are proud to provide meaningful and competitive benefits. The available benefits package for this position will include health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance; paid medical/sick and parental leave; tuition benefits for the employee and dependents; pre-tax and flex spending accounts for commuting and dependent care; generous retirement savings options; and wellness programs. For a comprehensive overview of available benefits, including eligibility details, visit us at Northwestern Benefits to learn more.

Northwestern University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics, including disability and veteran status. View Northwestern's non-discrimination statement. Job applicants who wish to request an accommodation in the application or hiring process should contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX Compliance. View additional information on the accommodations process.