Assistant Professor of Economics Jobs
Assistant Professor of Economics jobs are open across universities, colleges, and research institutions, from visiting and postdoctoral roles to tenure-track positions, with specializations in labor economics, applied microeconomics, and macroeconomic theory. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Posting Details
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
- cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- a copy of graduate transcript(s)
- evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)
- List and contact information for three professional references.
Posting Details
No ABD consideration: Only candidates with an earned doctorate or terminal degree from an accredited institution will be considered for the position. Since ABD will not meet the minimum requirements, ABD will not be considered.
- cover letter
- curriculum vitae
- a copy of graduate transcript(s)
- evidence of teaching effectiveness (if available)
- List and contact information for three professional references.
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Who's Hiring
Top Industries Hiring
- Education31
- Science & Research2
- Healthcare & Medical Services2
- Food & Beverage1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in assistant professor of economics jobs.
- Ph.D. in economics or a closely related field completed by the start date
- Active research agenda with a strong job market paper demonstrating independent scholarship
- Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and graduate economics courses
- Experience with econometric methods and statistical software such as Stata or R
- Evidence of potential for publication in peer-reviewed economics journals
- Ability to contribute to departmental service, curriculum development, and advising
Tips for Your Assistant Professor of Economics Job Search
Tailor your job market paper presentation
Your job market paper is the centerpiece of every application. Make sure the abstract, introduction, and policy implications are written for a committee that may include non-specialists in your exact subfield. Committees read dozens of papers, so clarity on your contribution matters immediately.
Target departments by research fit not prestige
Read recent publications from faculty in each department before applying. A hiring committee that already works in your area is far more likely to advance your file than a higher-ranked department with no overlap to your research agenda.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists assistant professor of economics openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Align your teaching statement to the course catalog
Generic teaching statements get skipped. Pull the actual course offerings from each department's website and name specific courses you can cover, especially service courses like principles of economics or econometrics that departments always need staffed.
Prepare a job talk that handles methodology questions
Faculty audiences will probe your identification strategy, data construction, or modeling assumptions before they ask anything else. Anticipate the two or three hardest technical objections to your paper and have direct, practiced responses ready before your first campus visit.
Negotiate startup and course release before accepting
Once an offer arrives, ask about research startup funds, course release in year one, and conference travel support in the same conversation. These terms are almost always negotiable at the offer stage and rarely offered without a direct ask.
Assistant Professor of Economics Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most assistant professor of economicss?
The most active employers for assistant professor of economicss right now are Northeastern University, University of Wisconsin–Madison, and Chapman University, and the most openings are in California, New York, and Texas, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Openings cluster around research universities and liberal arts colleges running their annual faculty search cycles.
How many assistant professor of economics jobs are remote?
About 22% of assistant professor of economics openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, reflecting that most tenure-track roles require an on-campus presence for teaching and service. Fully remote arrangements are more common in online-focused institutions and for visiting or adjunct positions than for tenure-track appointments.
How do you become an assistant professor of economics?
You become an assistant professor of economics by completing a Ph.D. in economics, developing a strong job market paper, and entering the academic job market through the American Economic Association's annual job listings cycle. Building a research record through conference presentations and working papers, securing strong recommendation letters from your dissertation committee, and practicing your job talk extensively all improve your competitiveness.
How do you get hired as an assistant professor of economics with little experience?
Candidates with limited teaching experience can strengthen their applications by serving as a primary instructor during graduate school, earning a teaching certificate if your institution offers one, and documenting student outcomes. For research experience, presenting at workshops, co-authoring with faculty, and having at least one paper under review signals productivity even before your Ph.D. is conferred.
What does the assistant professor of economics interview process look like?
The process typically begins with a screening interview at the American Economic Association annual meeting or via video call, followed by a campus visit for finalists. The campus visit includes a job talk presenting your primary research paper, individual meetings with faculty and administrators, a teaching demonstration at some institutions, and interviews with graduate students. The full cycle from application to offer can run several months.
Where can I find and apply to assistant professor of economics jobs?
You can find and apply to assistant professor of economics jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search for roles that match your research area, institution type, and location preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits your profile.
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