Nancy and David Petrone Endowed Chair in Economics (Associate/ Full Professor)

The University of Oregon Department of Economics invites applications for the Nancy and David Petrone Endowed Chair in Economics to begin Fall 2022. This position will carry tenure and candidates will be considered for appointment at either the rank of Associate or Full Professor. Qualified candidates must have a Ph.D. in economics or a closely related discipline and an established record of outstanding research that includes a significant number of publications in high quality scholarly journals in the field of economics. The successful candidate will also have an established record of, or otherwise demonstrate skills required for, excellence in teaching undergraduate and/or graduate level economics courses, with a preference for candidates who demonstrate potential for high quality mentorship of graduate and undergraduate research. Applications from all areas of economics are invited, though preference will be given to candidates whose research complements the department’s research strengths.

Candidates should submit 1) a cover letter, 2) a CV, 3) a summary of courses taught (or related instructional activity) and evidence of teaching effectiveness, and 4) a statement of contributions to diversity, equity, and inclusion.Reference checks will be conducted for finalists. For additional information on the statement of contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion, see immediately below.

The Department of Economics is dedicated to building a diverse community that is committed to teaching and working in an inclusive environment. Successful candidates will support and enhance these goals. Please include in your application a statement that addresses your past and/or planned future contributions to diversity, equity and inclusion, such as research, teaching, mentoring or other outreach aimed at understanding and / or reducing barriers for underrepresented or disadvantaged groups.

All application materials must be submitted in digital form at: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/18904

The position will remain open until filled, subject to funding. Review of applications will begin on September 13, 2021. Applications will continue to be encouraged until the posting is removed.   

Additional information about the Department of Economics at the University of Oregon can be found by visiting their website at http://economics.uoregon.edu/.

The University of Oregon is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution committed to cultural diversity and compliance with the ADA.  The University encourages all qualified individuals to apply and does not discriminate on the basis of any protected status, including veteran and disability status.