Description
The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago invites applications for tenure-track faculty positions in Economics at the Assistant Professor level. This is a full-time, benefits-eligible position expected to begin in the 2027-28 academic year. Applicants in all fields of Economics will be considered.
Qualifications
Prior to the start of employment, qualified applicants must possess a Ph.D. in Economics.
Application Instructions
To be considered, those interested must apply through the University of Chicago’s Academic Recruitment job board at: apply.interfolio.com/193682. Applications are required to include a curriculum vitae, teaching statement, research statement, student evaluations, three letters of recommendation and a job market paper. Additionally, applicants are strongly encouraged to submit published or unpublished research papers. Review of applications will begin on October 19, 2026 and will continue until June 30, 2027, or until the position is filled.
This position is benefits-eligible. The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran status, genetic information, or other protected classes under the law. For additional information please see the University’s Notice of Nondiscrimination.
Job seekers in need of a reasonable accommodation to complete the application process should call 773-834-3988 or email equalopportunity@uchicago.edu with their request.
The University of Chicago uses AI-assisted tools to streamline and augment some recruitment processes; however, AI is not used to make hiring decisions.