Assistant Professor of Economics – University of Chicago

Position Overview

Institution: University of Chicago | Department: Economics | Location: Chicago, IL | Salary: $175,000–$220,000 | Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

About UChicago Economics

The UChicago Economics department has produced more Nobel laureates than any institution in the world. The “Chicago School” has shaped global economic policy for generations. All fields welcome: Macro, Labor, IO, Development, Public Finance, Environmental Economics, Econometrics, Theory.

Responsibilities

  • Publish in top journals (AER, QJE, JPE, RES)
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate economics
  • Supervise PhD students in economics
  • Engage with the Harris School and Booth School communities

Qualifications

  • PhD in Economics (or near completion)
  • Evidence of original, high-quality research
  • Strong potential for publication in top economics journals

Compensation

$175,000–$220,000. Research/travel budget, summer stipend, UChicago comprehensive benefits, tuition benefits.

Apply

Apply via EJMR and UChicago’s academic portal. Include CV, job market paper, 3 letters of recommendation. Deadline: November 15, 2026.

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