Open-Rank Professor of Economics chez Uaustin

The Center for Economics, Politics & History at the University of Austin invites applications and nominations for a full-time professor of economics (any rank) faculty position to begin as early as Summer 2026. Applicants should have a strong interest in teaching undergraduate economics as well as research. As a new university entering our third year of full-time operations, we seek to hire faculty at all levels with particular needs for microeconomics, economic growth, finance, and public policy. The ideal candidate will be comfortable with quantitative and empirical methods. Qualified candidates should have a Ph.D. in a relevant discipline, or degree conferred by the start date.Review of applications will begin on October 15, 2025.

Responsibilities

Teach a full load of six quarter-length courses per year (typically two per term), contributing to the development of undergraduate syllabi for core courses and bringing creativity and breadth of knowledge to classroom design.

Participate actively in faculty meetings, guest lectures, and campus events, helping to sustain and enrich the intellectual life of the university.

Mentor students with an interest in economics and the social sciences, guiding their academic development and future plans.

Advance UATX’s mission of civil discourse by fostering an environment of open inquiry in both teaching and research, modeling academic freedom and respectful debate.

Qualifications

Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field, with a focus on microeconomics.

Demonstrated record of excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.

Strong commitment to UATX’s mission of free inquiry, open debate, and intellectual diversity.

Appointment & Support

This is a full-time faculty position, open rank (assistant, associate, or full professor), with a start date as early as Summer 2026. The role includes a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits. While UATX does not offer tenure, this line carries the same expectation of long-term stability and permanence.

Applicants should submit:

Cover letter describing interest in the position and alignment with UATX’s mission

Curriculum vitae

Contact information for three professional references

Writing sample or published research

Optional: teaching portfolio, evidence of teaching excellence, or other materials relevant to classroom experience

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