Tenure-Track Economics Professor: Research & Teaching

University of Illinois at Chicago; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition waivers for employees and/or…

Job summary

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics to join the Department of Economics in Chicago, Illinois, for the 2027-2028 academic year.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. by August 2027 and show promise of scholarship and teaching at undergraduate and Ph.D. levels. The role includes teaching, developing a vibrant research program, and contributing to service. Applications close December 15, 2026, with fullest consideration by December 1, 2026.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. is required; degree must be conferred by time of appointment (August 2027).
• Candidates should show promise of significant scholarship and ability to teach at both undergraduate and Ph.D. levels.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise students at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Develop a vibrant research program.
• Contribute to the intellectual life of the department.
• Contribute to the department, college and university through service.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Education

Ph.D. (required)

Job description

University of Illinois Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics to join the Department of Economics in Chicago, Illinois, for the 2027-2028 academic year.

Applicants must have a Ph.D. by August 2027 and show promise of scholarship and teaching at undergraduate and Ph.D. levels. The role includes teaching, developing a vibrant research program, and contributing to service. Applications close December 15, 2026, with fullest consideration by December 1, 2026.