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Job No: 537210
Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department: 16030000 - LS-ECONOMICS
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics by the date of hire.
Job Description:
The Department of Economics at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor of International Economics, beginning August 16, 2026. The Department welcomes applicants from all subfields of international economics. It also welcomes applications from advanced Assistant Professors. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics by the date of hire. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. Candidates with previous experience will receive the full tenure probationary period.
The successful candidate should be able to contribute to the Department of Economics' vibrant undergraduate and graduate programs and conduct high-quality research that results in publications in the discipline's leading general interest and top field journals. The successful candidate would contribute service to the Department, College, and University and shared faculty governance.
The Department of Economics is the academic home to 22 faculty. The Department currently offers an undergraduate major, undergraduate minor, residential and online M.A. programs, and Ph.D. program. The Department's curricular offerings have shifted toward placing a stronger emphasis on econometric methods and data analysis in recent years. The University of Florida has a separate Food and Resource Economics Department, with which faculty may collaborate. The Department of Economics offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Applicants are encouraged to visit the departmental website http://economics.clas.ufl.edu.
UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked the 5th best public university in the United States by US News and World Report in 2021 with exceptional research, teaching, and a university-wide commitment to diversity. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
Expected Salary:
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Economics
Preferred
None.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at http://jobs.ufl.edu, search job 537210. A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a job market paper, and (4) the names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537210
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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Work Type: Full Time
Location: Main Campus (Gainesville, FL)
Categories: Business/Accounting/Finance, Education/Training/Instructional Design
Department: 16030000 - LS-ECONOMICS
Job Description
Classification Title:
Assistant Professor
Classification Minimum Requirements
Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics by the date of hire.
Job Description:
The Department of Economics at the University of Florida, College of Liberal Arts and Sciences invites applications for a full-time, nine-month, tenure-accruing position at the rank of Assistant Professor of International Economics, beginning August 16, 2026. The Department welcomes applicants from all subfields of international economics. It also welcomes applications from advanced Assistant Professors. Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics by the date of hire. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package. Candidates with previous experience will receive the full tenure probationary period.
The successful candidate should be able to contribute to the Department of Economics' vibrant undergraduate and graduate programs and conduct high-quality research that results in publications in the discipline's leading general interest and top field journals. The successful candidate would contribute service to the Department, College, and University and shared faculty governance.
The Department of Economics is the academic home to 22 faculty. The Department currently offers an undergraduate major, undergraduate minor, residential and online M.A. programs, and Ph.D. program. The Department's curricular offerings have shifted toward placing a stronger emphasis on econometric methods and data analysis in recent years. The University of Florida has a separate Food and Resource Economics Department, with which faculty may collaborate. The Department of Economics offers undergraduate, master's, and doctoral programs. Applicants are encouraged to visit the departmental website http://economics.clas.ufl.edu.
UF is the state's oldest, largest, and most comprehensive land grant university with an enrollment of over 50,000 students and was ranked the 5th best public university in the United States by US News and World Report in 2021 with exceptional research, teaching, and a university-wide commitment to diversity. UF is located in Gainesville, a city of approximately 150,000 residents in North-Central Florida, 50 miles from the Gulf of Mexico, and 67 miles from the Atlantic Ocean, and within a 2-hour drive to large metropolitan areas (Orlando, Tampa, Jacksonville). The beautiful climate and extensive nearby parks and recreational areas afford year-round outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and nature photography. UF's large college sports programs, museums, and performing arts center support a range of activities and cultural events for residents to enjoy. Alachua County schools are highly rated and offer a variety of programs including magnet schools and an international baccalaureate program. Learn more about what Gainesville has to offer at Visit Gainesville.
Expected Salary:
The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience, and the compensation includes a full benefits package.
Required Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Economics
Preferred
None.
Special Instructions To Applicants:
For full consideration, applications must be submitted online at http://jobs.ufl.edu, search job 537210. A complete application includes (1) a letter of application summarizing the applicant's qualifications, interests, and suitability for the position, (2) a complete curriculum vitae, (3) a job market paper, and (4) the names and email addresses of three references must be provided. An email will be sent to your references, requesting them to upload their confidential letter to the submission packet.
Applications will be reviewed beginning November 15, 2025, and the position will remain open until filled. Only complete applications will be reviewed at this time. Applications received after this date may be considered at the discretion of the committee and/or hiring authority.
All candidates for employment are subject to a pre-employment screening which includes a review of criminal records, reference checks, and verification of education.
The selected candidate will be required to provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside of the United States require evaluation by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES), which can be found at http://www.naces.org/.
Health Assessment Required:
No
Applications Close:
To apply, visit https://explore.jobs.ufl.edu/en-us/job/537210
Our Commitment:
The University of Florida is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Hiring is contingent on eligibility to work in the U.S. The University of Florida is a public institution and is subject to all requirements under Florida Sunshine and Public Record laws. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392- 2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD) or visit Accessibility at UF.
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