DePaul University


Assistant Professor (Tenure Track) - Economics (27-28)

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Posting Details

Job ID: 186554
Rank: Assistant Professor
College/School: Chicago, IL - Driehaus College of Business
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The Department of Economics at DePaul University invites applications for two tenure-track positions at the Assistant Professor level with an expected start date of July 1, 2027. We are looking for empirically oriented candidates in three distinct areas. These include macroeconomics, urban economics, and business economics, which we broadly think of as the application of economics to business decision-making. The business economics position could span a range of fields, including behavioral economics, and the right candidate will actively contribute to our MBA program. Within macroeconomics, we are particularly interested in candidates specializing in international macroeconomics, macro-finance, or macroeconomic history. We are open to a broad range of areas within urban economics.

Responsibilities:
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the candidate's field of specialty.
- Produce high-quality original research and actively contribute to the intellectual life of the department.
- Participate in departmental and university service activities.

Located in the center of Chicago's downtown, DePaul's Driehaus College of Business immerses students in one of the world's great business centers to provide transformative, hands-on educational experiences. Enrolling over 5,400 students, Driehaus's undergraduate and graduate programs are highly ranked and nationally recognized. Founded in 1912, Driehaus was among the first 10 business colleges in the United States and the first at an American Catholic university. The Driehaus mission is to empower students to become socially responsible leaders who make an impact in their communities. Guided by our Catholic and Vincentian values and aided by our deep roots in the City of Chicago, we deliver a cutting-edge business education, generate pathbreaking research, and collaborate closely with our community and industry partners to drive positive social outcomes. Visit https://business.depaul.edu/Pages/default.aspx

Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Economics or closely related field by the start date.
- Demonstrated potential for producing significant research contributions.
- Strong teaching skills and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate and graduate education.

Application Instructions:
Please submit:
1. Cover Letter detailing your interest in the position.
2. Curriculum Vitae.
3. Research statement.
4. Teaching statement.
5. Three confidential reference letters.
6. Job market paper and/or other writing samples.

General Compensation/Benefits Statement
DePaul University has provided a compensation range that represents its good faith estimate of what the University may pay for the position at the time of posting. The salary offered to the selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the qualifications, education, experience, and training of the selected candidate, the scope and responsibilities of the position, departmental budget availability, internal salary equity considerations, and available market information.

DePaul University offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, retirement, paid time off, and tuition benefit. Further information regarding benefits can be found here: https://offices.depaul.edu/human-resources/benefits/Pages/default.aspx .

About DePaul University's Academic Calendar
Except for the College of Law, DePaul University operates on a quarter system. Classes in Autumn, Winter, and Spring quarters are 11 weeks in length (including finals week) and Summer courses, in two sessions, are typically 5 weeks in length. The College of Law operates on the semester system. Classes in the Fall and Spring semesters are 16 weeks in length (including finals week) and it offers a Summer Session of 7 weeks (including final exams).

Salary Information: The salary range for this 10-month position is $126,000 - $132,600, commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Applicant Documents

Cover Letter(1)
C.V.(1)
Research Statement(1)
Teaching Statement(1)
Confidential Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation(3)
Job Market Paper(1)

Append string: DePaul University is an Equal Opportunity employer with a strong commitment to hiring for our mission and diversifying our faculty and staff. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion (except where religion is a bona fide occupational qualification for the job), national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or any other factor protected by law.