Working/Functional Title

Asc/Full Professor of Economics Tenure System

Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The Department of Economics is seeking a senior scholar to become its third Frederick S. Addy Distinguished Chair of Economics.  This endowed position includes an academic appointment in the Department at the level of full or associate professor, a nationally competitive salary, and a fund for research expenses.  The scholar must have a distinguished record of research. While any field within economics will be considered, priority will be placed on candidates doing research in areas of applied microeconomics, particularly development and industrial organization. Candidates with well-established records of sponsored research and/or records of obtaining grant funding will be preferred. The successful candidate will also have demonstrated a dedication to undergraduate teaching and an ability to inspire students with his or her enthusiasm for the discipline of economics.  The holder of the Addy Chair will be expected to teach at least one undergraduate class per year and be actively involved in undergraduate education.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability or protected veteran status.

Required Degree

Doctorate -Economics or related field

Minimum Requirements

• A doctorate degree in economics or related field.
• The scholar we are seeking must have a distinguished record of research.
• Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated dedication to and a passion for undergraduate teaching, and an ability to inspire students with his or her enthusiasm for the discipline of economics.

Desired Qualifications

• While any field within economics will be considered, priority will be placed on candidates doing research in areas of applied microeconomics, particularly development and industrial organization.
• Candidates with well-established records of sponsored research and/or records of obtaining grant funding will be preferred.

Required Application Materials

All applications must include

1. CV (that includes a list of grants received, including the funding amounts and sponsored research);
2. Cover letter;
3. List of at least three references (names and emails only); 
4. List of publications and/or up to two working papers in pdf format hyperlinked to articles;
5. A statement on teaching; and
6. A statement on contributions to diversity

Together-we-will Statement

Special Instructions

All applicants must apply online. Please go to http://econ.msu.edu/about/job.php for instructions on applying. Questions should be directed to econrecruits@econ.msu.edu.

Applications will be reviewed on October 26, 2021, and will continue until filled.

Review of Applications Begins On

10/26/2021

Website

HTTP://ECON.MSU.EDU

Department Statement

The mission of the Department of Economics at Michigan State University consists of three interrelated components: providing the highest quality instruction to our undergraduate and graduate students, conducting leading-edge research in economics, and providing leadership and service to our professional communities. As a unit in a major land-grant university, we are committed to excel in all three components of our mission.

MSU is also pro-active in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSU's dual career support can be found at http://miwin.msu.edu/.

Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI, with easy access to the state capital, Lake Michigan, and award-winning school districts.  Candidates are invited to learn more about our department, faculty, and students by visiting http://econ.msu.edu/.

MSU Statement

Michigan State University has been advancing the common good with uncommon will for more than 160 years. One of the top research universities in the world, MSU pushes the boundaries of discovery and forges enduring partnerships to solve the most pressing global challenges while providing life-changing opportunities to a diverse and inclusive academic community through more than 200 programs of study in 17 degree-granting colleges.