The Department of Geosciences at Auburn University invites applications for a tenure-track open rank (Assistant/Associate Professor) faculty position in Economic Geography, beginning fall semester 2024. The department is particularly interested in applicants doing innovative research at the nexus of development economics, geography, and environmental studies. More specifically candidates who apply economic methods, within a quantitative or mixed methods framework, to evaluate contemporary environment and development issues within particular regional contexts. Topics include the economic dimensions of environmental issues such as climate change, urbanization, energy supply and infrastructure, water policy, environmental justice, and extractive industries. We seek a researcher involved in global international economic research with a strong quantitative background, which will enable new collaboration across campus and seek external funding. We particularly welcome applications from researchers specialized in areas such as quantitative-economic geography, spatial epistemological, econometric modeling, sociology and spatial statistics. As part of our Geology and Geography Masters programs and interdisciplinary Earth System Science PhD program, the successful candidate will teach economic geography, survey methodologies and geo-statistical courses to expand the skillsets of our students.
Appointment rank will depend on the qualifications of the selected candidate. The successful candidate is expected to develop a rigorous, externally funded research program, publish scholarly work, and advise and mentor graduate and undergraduate students.

Applicants are expected to hold a Ph.D. in geosciences, geography, economics, applied economics, anthropology, sociology or a related field at the time of appointment. Candidates must be eligible to work in the United States at the time employment begins and continue working legally for the proposed term of employment. Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills are required.

Review of applications will begin January 8th and will continue until a candidate accepts appointment.

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