Job Description 

The Economics Department at the University of Massachusetts Amherst is accepting applications for a tenure-track appointment expected to start on September 1, 2024, at the level of Assistant Professor with a primary research focus on Economic History. Complementary fields are open and could include labor, education, health, gender, industrial organization, political economy, macroeconomics, stratification, development, environment/energy/climate, or other fields.  Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other ranks may receive consideration.    

The Economics faculty members at UMass Amherst work in diverse areas from both heterodox and mainstream approaches. The faculty studies economic theory and applied economics related to multiple dimensions of human well-being and social welfare; how economic opportunities are generated and distributed in society; the interplay between power and institutions and between economic behavior and the performance of the economy. Our Department is committed to fostering a diverse faculty, student body, and curriculum. 

Requirements

A Ph.D. in Economics, History, or a related field by the start date of the appointment. Candidates will be judged on their scholarly research as well as teaching.   

Additional Information 

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience; salary and benefits are competitive.   

Review of applications will begin on November 17, 2023, and continue until the position is filled. Candidates will interview remotely beginning in December 2023 with campus visits beginning after January 7, 2024.  Candidates are encouraged to use AEA signaling. Questions can be addressed to hiring[at]econs.umass.edu. 

More information: https://careers.umass.edu/amherst/en-us/job/521118/economics-department-assistant-professor-economic-history