Assistant Professor, Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics (Two Tenure-Track Positions)

Wake Forest University   Winston Salem, NC   Full-time     Education
Posted on April 12, 2024
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Job Description Summary

Job Description:

The Department of Economics of Wake Forest University invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professor positions to begin July 1, 2024. Both positions are open to applicants in the field of macroeconomics. Applicants with the interest and ability to teach courses on time series, economic growth or consumer finance are especially encouraged to apply. As a collegiate university dedicated to the Teacher-Scholar model, we are looking for candidates with an active and ambitious research agenda and a commitment to deeply engaged teaching of undergraduate students.

Economics at Wake Forest is one of the most popular majors in the college, and our students are both bright and engaged. Our faculty are committed to excellence in both teaching and research, the latter of which can be observed in our strong track record in research and our active research seminar. Located in Winston-Salem, NC, Wake Forest University is a private, coeducational institution with undergraduate enrollment of about 5450 students. For facts about the University, see http://admissions.wfu.edu/facts/.

Additional Job Description

The Department of Economics values diversity and has a multitude of current initiatives focused on increasing both diversity and inclusion among our majors and faculty. We welcome and encourage applicants from diverse backgrounds and those with demonstrated success or interest in working with diverse populations. Wake Forest University is an AA/EO employer and values an inclusive and diverse learning community and campus climate.

Complete applications will include a cover letter briefly describing the candidate's teaching and research interests, a CV, a job market paper, and a statement of teaching philosophy. Applications must be submitted through JOE at the link provided (https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/listing.php?JOE_ID=111472285). Please also arrange for 3 letters of recommendation to be submitted through JOE. For full consideration, applications should be submitted by November 15, 2023, when review of materials will begin. For further questions about the positions, please contact Aeimit Lakdawala at lakdawa@wfu.edu.

Time Type Requirement

Full time

In order to provide a safe and productive learning and living community, Wake Forest University conducts background investigations for all final faculty candidates being considered for employment.

Wake Forest seeks to recruit and retain a diverse workforce while promoting an inclusive work environment committed to excellence in the spirit of Pro Humanitate. In adherence with applicable laws and as provided by University policies, the University prohibits discrimination in its employment practices on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, disability and veteran status and encourages qualified candidates across all group demographics to apply.


Wake Forest University

Winston Salem , NC