Job Title:
Assistant Professor
Department:
Arts and Sciences | Economics
Position Overview
The Department of Economics at The Ohio State University invites applications for a tenure-track assistant professor position in applied microeconomics to begin in August 2025.
The research areas include education, household/consumer finance, innovation, labor, public, or urban economics with a preference for someone whose work relates to economic disparities.
Performance Objectives
The candidate will be expected to establish and maintain an active research program and support our commitment to excellence in teaching and mentoring of a diverse student body at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
Education and Experience Requirements
Required:
Candidates must have a PhD in Economics or a related field before employment begins in August 2025, and have a research, teaching, and service record commensurate with rank.
Desired:
Candidates should demonstrate attentiveness to building a diverse intellectual community, in line with OSU's shared values.
How to Apply
A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a job-market paper, and three letters of reference.
Separate research and teaching statements are optional but desired.
Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024.
Inquiries may be directed to Meta Brown at ******.
You will be presented with the opportunity to attach up to five documents in the Application Documents section.
Please include the following:
Attachment 1: Cover Letter: 1-2 page letter, which should include a brief summary of your academic background and why you are interested in this opportunity.
Attachment 2: CV (Curriculum Vitae): Detailed overview of your scholarly experience, including your research experience, teaching and mentoring experience, service, funding, and publications.
Attachment 3 (optional): Research Statement: Summary of your past research accomplishments, current work/research, and proposal for your future research plan as a faculty member.
Attachment 4 (optional): Teaching Statement: A statement of your approaches, experience and philosophy regarding your teaching, learning, and mentoring.
Attachment 5: A writing sample (job-market paper).
Please be aware, you will not be able to edit your application or attachments after you apply.
You will need to fill out the application in its entirety and upload all required documents before clicking Submit.
Qualified candidates will be asked to provide the names and contact information for three references.
Additional Information:
The College
With more than 80 majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart of the university.
The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be at the forefront of thought.
Department Information
The Department of Economics has about 28 full-time faculty members, 76 Ph.D. students, and approximately 1000 undergraduate majors.
It is a vibrant place for innovative research and learning.
The University
Ohio State is a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of America's leading academic health centers and recently ranked No.
4 on
Forbes ' list of best U.S. employers for diversity.
Eligible Ohio State employees receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State University's Shared Values include Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and Compassion, and Integrity and Respect.
Our university community welcomes differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform themselves and their world.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disability
Final candidates are subject to successful completion of a background check.
Location:
Arps Hall (0011)
Position Type:
Regular
Scheduled Hours:
40
Shift:
First Shift
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