Economics Department - Assistant Professor - Open Field

About UMass Amherst

UMass Amherst, the Commonwealth's flagship campus, is a nationally ranked public research university offering a full range of undergraduate, graduate and professional degrees.

The University sits on nearly 1,450-acres in the scenic Pioneer Valley of Western Massachusetts, and offers a rich cultural environment in a bucolic setting close to major urban centers.

In addition, the University is part of the Five Colleges (including Amherst College, Hampshire College, Mount Holyoke College, and Smith College), which adds to the intellectual energy of the region.

Job Description

The Economics Department of the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-system appointment expected to start on September 1, 2025, at the level of Assistant Professor.

Fields are open. We encourage applications from candidates in theory and in applied fields, who address current social and economic challenges in a core area of economics, such as macroeconomics, history of economic thought, feminist economics, microeconomics, political economy, industrial organization, environment, international trade and finance, and labor economics.

Under exceptional circumstances, candidates at other ranks may receive consideration. Our faculty employ heterodox and mainstream approaches.

Requirements

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

Rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Additional Information

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.

Application Instructions

Applicants must apply through the UMass online application system unless they are unable do so. Applicants should submit :

A letter of interest addressed to Professor Patrick Mason, Chair, Department of Economics, (Crotty Hall, 412 North Pleasant Street, Amherst, MA 01002 USA)

Curriculum vitae

One recent research paper

Evidence of teaching effectiveness

Names and contact information for three references who are willing to submit letters upon request through the UMass online application system

A diversity statement that discusses the candidate's skills, experiences, and commitment to teaching and mentoring diverse and historically underrepresented student populations;

professional service that assists in achieving equity, inclusion, and diversity; and how the candidate's past or future research addresses fundamental questions important to a diverse and global society.

Review of applications will begin on November 15, 2024 , and continue until the position is filled. Preference will be given to applications received on or before November 15, 2024.

Candidates will interview remotely beginning in December 2024 with campus visits beginning after January 7, 2025. Questions can be addressed to [email protected] .

The University is committed to active recruitment of a diverse faculty and student body. The University of Massachusetts Amherst is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer of women, minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities and encourages applications from these and other protected group members.

Because broad diversity is essential to an inclusive climate and critical to the University's goals of achieving excellence in all areas, we will holistically assess the many qualifications of each applicant and favorably consider an individual's record working with students and colleagues with broadly diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds in educational, research or other work activities.

We will also favorably consider experience overcoming or helping others overcome barriers to an academic career and degree.