Assistant Professor of Economics

About the role

The University of Pittsburgh's Dietrich School of Arts and Sciences Department of Economics seeks an Assistant Professor of Economics to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Pittsburgh, PA, focusing on economic theory.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish original research in economic theory in peer-reviewed journals
• Advise students and supervise research projects related to economic theory
• Engage in departmental and university service, including committee work and collaborative projects
• Participate in academic conferences to contribute to the advancement of economic theory

Requirements

• PhD degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Economics or a related degree
• Experience with or knowledge of teaching economics, with a focus on game theory and information economics
• Experience with or knowledge of research in dynamic games or disclosure games
• At least one paper that is in the revision stage at a leading peer-reviewed economics journal
• At least one working paper related to disclosure games or dynamic games
• At least one additional publication in an economics journal
• Presentations at academic conferences

Qualifications

• Must have a PhD degree (or foreign equivalent degree) in Economics or a related degree
• Must have any experience with or knowledge of: (i) teaching economics, with a focus on game theory and information economics; and (ii) research in dynamic games or disclosure games
• Must have: (i) at least one paper that is in the revision stage at a leading peer-reviewed economics journal; (ii) at least one working paper related to disclosure games or dynamic games; (iii) at least one additional publication in an economics journal; and (iv) presentations at academic conferences
• Experience can be concurrent

Skills

• Excellent communication skills
• Strong research and analytical skills
• Ability to work collaboratively and independently

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Flexible work schedule
• Access to comprehensive benefits package

Pay

Salary is competitive and commensurate with experience.

Schedule

The position is full-time regular.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Pension plan
• Vacation and sick leave
• Professional development opportunities

Contact Information

To apply, visit https://www.join.pitt.edu, reference #26002217. Please upload a cover letter, statement of teaching and research interests, curriculum vitae, writing sample, at least three letters of recommendation, and teaching evaluations.