Assistant Professor

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor

   

Position Type:

Faculty

   

Department:

LSUAM COB - School of Economics (Faik A Koray (00006987))

   

Work Location:

2300 BEC South Grad Pavilion

   

Pay Grade:

Academic

   

Job Description:

JOB SUMMARY:

The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenure-track position in applied microeconomics at the Assistant Professor rank to begin in Fall 2027. Applicants should have strong research skills and expertise in one of the fields listed: Microeconomics, Public Economies, Health, Education and Welfare, Labor and Demographic Economics, Law and Economics, Industrial Economics, Energy, and Environmental Economics.


Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, job market paper, copies of selected research papers, and graduate transcripts. Applicants should also arrange for three recommendation letters to be submitted.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

50% - Engaging in academic research and publishing in academic journals

40% - Teaching senior level / graduate courses in Applied Microeconomics

10% - Serving on department, college, and university committees


MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level - - PhD in Economics or related field; ABD candidates will be considered but they should receive their Ph.D. by August 2027.


PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education Level - - PhD in Economics or related field

Years of Experience: 0-10

Specific Experience: Demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching or demonstrated potential for excellence


JOB COMPETENCIES:

Research - Advanced

Course Instruction - Advanced

Communication - Advanced


   

Additional Job Description:

Special Instructions:

For questions about this position or the associated salary range, please contact Dr. Faik Koray at [email protected]

This position is considered research-related and an RS:17 screening is required.

   

Skills Needed:

   

Preferred Skills:

   

Posting Date:

September 11, 2026

   

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

March 10, 2027

  

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

   

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

   

Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.

   

HCM Contact Information:

For questions or concerns related to updating your application with attachments (e.g., resumes, RS:17 documents), date of birth, or reactivating applications, please contact the LSU Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-8200 or email [email protected].  For questions or concerns regarding the status of your application or salary ranges, please contact the department using the information provided in the Special Instructions section of this job posting.

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