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Hiring Department: Economics
Location: Chicago
Requisition ID: 1043374
Salary: The salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Department of Economics at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in public economics for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teach and advise students at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Develop a vibrant research program
- Contribute to the intellectual life of the department
- Contribute to the department, college and university through service
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. is required. Degree must be conferred by time of appointment (August 2027).
Candidates should show promise of significant scholarship and ability to teach at both the undergraduate and Ph.D. levels.
UIC faculty are expected to carry out their responsibilities in person and onsite as part of a vibrant and collegial on-campus community.
For fullest consideration applications must be received by December 1, 2026. The position close date is December 15, 2026.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
Tenure Track Assistant Professor of Economics
Hiring Department: Economics
Location: Chicago
Requisition ID: 1043374
Salary: The salary range for this position is $120,000-$135,000
About the University of Illinois Chicago
UIC is among the nation’s preeminent urban public research universities, a Carnegie RU/VH research institution, and the largest university in Chicago. UIC serves over 34,000 students, comprising one of the most diverse student bodies in the nation and is designated as a Minority Serving Institution (MSI), an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander Serving Institution (AANAPSI) and a Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI). Through its 16 colleges, UIC produces nationally and internationally recognized multidisciplinary academic programs in concert with civic, corporate and community partners worldwide, including a full complement of health sciences colleges. By emphasizing cutting-edge and transformational research along with a commitment to the success of all students, UIC embodies the dynamic, vibrant and engaged urban university. Recent “Best Colleges” rankings published by U.S. News & World Report found UIC climbed up in its rankings among top public schools in the nation and among all national universities. UIC has over 300,000 alumni, and is one of the largest employers in the city of Chicago.
This position is intended to be eligible for benefits. This includes Health, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, a Retirement Plan, Paid time Off, and Tuition waivers for employees and dependents.
Position Summary
The Department of Economics at the University of Illinois at Chicago is seeking to fill a tenure-track assistant professor position in public economics for the 2027-2028 academic year.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teach and advise students at the undergraduate and graduate levels
- Develop a vibrant research program
- Contribute to the intellectual life of the department
- Contribute to the department, college and university through service
- Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
Ph.D. is required. Degree must be conferred by time of appointment (August 2027).
Candidates should show promise of significant scholarship and ability to teach at both the undergraduate and Ph.D. levels.
UIC faculty are expected to carry out their responsibilities in person and onsite as part of a vibrant and collegial on-campus community.
For fullest consideration applications must be received by December 1, 2026. The position close date is December 15, 2026.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.
The university provides accommodations to applicants and employees. Request an Accommodation
Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in Professor of Economics
Document your advanced degree for EB-2
EB-2 requires an advanced degree or a bachelor's degree plus five years of progressive experience in economics. Gather official transcripts, degree certificates, and any foreign credential evaluations before you start applications so employers see a sponsorship-ready candidate.
Target universities with tenure-track lines
Tenure-track and tenured Professor of Economics positions at research universities generate the most consistent PERM filings. Focus on institutions actively running national faculty searches, since PERM's recruitment test requires documented open competition before DOL will certify the application.
Search verified green card sponsors on Migrate Mate
Find economics departments with confirmed green card sponsorship history by searching Migrate Mate, which lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based filing records so you can prioritize outreach to schools already familiar with the PERM and I-140 process.
Check your prevailing wage tier early
Use the OFLC Wage Search to look up the prevailing wage for your SOC code and the city where the position is located. Employers must offer at least the certified wage, and knowing your tier helps you assess whether an offer will survive DOL's review.
Clarify sponsorship intent before the offer stage
Ask directly in later interview rounds whether the department has sponsored green cards for international faculty before and whether HR has an immigration counsel on retainer. Departments without prior PERM experience often underestimate the timeline and cost involved.
Understand priority dates before you file
Once your employer files the PERM and then the I-140, your priority date is set. If you're a national of India or China, check the USCIS Visa Bulletin monthly, since per-country backlogs can extend the wait for adjustment of status or consular processing significantly.
Green Card Professor of Economics: Frequently Asked Questions
Can a university sponsor a Professor of Economics for a green card?
Yes. Research universities and four-year colleges regularly sponsor economics faculty through the EB-2 or EB-3 employment-based categories. The process starts with PERM labor certification filed with DOL, which includes a prevailing wage determination and a documented national recruitment effort. After DOL certifies the PERM, the employer files an I-140 immigrant petition with USCIS.
How does green card sponsorship differ from H-1B sponsorship for economics professors?
H-1B visa is temporary, capped at 85,000 per year with a lottery, and tied to a specific employer. Green card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is permanent, has no lottery, but requires PERM labor certification and an I-140 before you can adjust status. Priority date backlogs also apply for high-demand nationalities, which can extend the overall timeline significantly beyond H-1B processing.
Where can I find Professor of Economics jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate lists U.S. employers with verified employment-based green card filing history, so you can identify economics departments and universities that have sponsored international faculty before. Targeting departments with prior PERM experience shortens the internal approval process and reduces the risk of an employer backing out midway.
What does the PERM process involve for a Professor of Economics role?
The employer first obtains a prevailing wage determination from DOL, then conducts a mandatory national recruitment effort, documenting that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If recruitment requirements are met, the employer files the PERM application with DOL. Processing typically takes several months, and DOL may audit the file and request additional documentation before certifying.
Can I change universities after my employer files my green card petition?
AC21 job portability lets you change to a same or similar occupation once your I-485 adjustment of status application has been pending for 180 days or more. Additionally, an approved I-140 priority date can carry over to a new employer's I-140 petition, protecting your place in the queue if you do switch institutions before your I-485 is filed.