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Associate or Full Professor (w/tenure) -- Theory-- Department of Economics
Position overview
Position title: Associate Professor of Economics; Professor of EconomicsApplication Window
Open date: September 30, 2024
Next review date: Friday, Jan 3, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.
Final date: Friday, Jan 3, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)
Applications will continue to be accepted until this date.
Position description
The Department of Economics at the University of California, Berkeley seeks applications for a position at the Associate Professor (w/tenure) or Professor rank (100% time), with an expected start date of July 1, 2025. The field is economic theory. Rank will be determined based on qualifications and experience. Applicants who do not currently hold a tenured position will be considered, but they must meet the standards for appointment as a tenured faculty member.
The Social Sciences Division, and the Department of Economics, both highly value diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB), and we are interested in candidates who will contribute to DEIB in higher education through their teaching, research, and service.
The University of California is committed to creating and maintaining a community dedicated to the advancement, application, and transmission of knowledge and creative endeavors through academic excellence, where all individuals who participate in University programs and activities can work and learn together in a safe and secure environment, free of violence, harassment, discrimination, exploitation, or intimidation. Consistent with this commitment, UC Berkeley requires all applicants for Senate faculty positions to complete, sign, and upload an Authorization of Information Release form into AP Recruit as part of their application. If an applicant does not include the signed authorization, the application will be considered incomplete, and as with any incomplete application, will not receive further consideration. Although all applicants for faculty recruitments must complete the entire application, applicants will only be subject to reference checks if and when they are selected as the candidate to whom the hiring unit would like to extend a formal offer. More information is available on this website.
The University of California, Berkeley, is one of the world's leading institutions of higher education, distinguished by its combination of internationally recognized academic and research excellence. The University is committed to creating a community that fosters equity of experience and opportunity, and ensures that students, faculty, and staff of all backgrounds feel safe, welcome and included. Our culture of openness, freedom and belonging make it a special place for students, faculty and staff.
The Department of Economics is among the largest teaching and research departments at UC Berkeley, and is consistently ranked among the top five in its field worldwide. The department employs approximately 17 departmental staff, 40 ladder-rank faculty, and maintains a total academic membership of approximately 70 including joint appointments, lecturers, visiting faculty and active emeritus.
The department is committed to addressing the family needs of faculty, including dual career couples and single parents. We are also interested in candidates who have had non-traditional career paths or who have taken time off for family reasons, or who have achieved excellence in careers outside academia. For information about potential relocation to Berkeley, or career needs of accompanying partners and spouses, please visit: http://ofew.berkeley.edu/new-faculty.
Qualifications
A Ph.D. or equivalent international degree is required at the time of application.
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Ph.D. (or equivalent international degree) in Economics or a related field by the start date.
The ideal candidates will be scholars focusing on research in economic theory and have an outstanding track record of research and publications. They will have demonstrated the ability to elaborate the implications of their research for undergraduates and Ph.D. students, and will have demonstrated strong contributions in teaching, mentoring, service, and diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
Application Requirements
Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.
Statement of Research - Statement on current research agenda and future interests.
Discuss research accomplishments and proposed plans, including inclusive research practices that promote the excellence of your research. For more information, refer to the Berkeley Office for Faculty Equity & Welfare, Faculty Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at: https://ofew.berkeley.edu/academic-recruitment/faculty-contributions-advancing-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging
Statement of Teaching and Mentoring - Statement addressing past and/or potential contributions to distinguished teaching at the undergraduate or graduate level.
Discuss prior teaching experience, teaching approach, and future teaching interests, including specific efforts and future plans to support the success of all students through curriculum, classroom environment, and pedagogy. Include discussion of mentoring experiences and approach, including past efforts and future plans to foster equitable and inclusive research environments. For more information, refer to the Berkeley Office for Faculty Equity & Welfare, Faculty Contributions to Advancing Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging at: https://ofew.berkeley.edu/academic-recruitment/faculty-contributions-advancing-diversity-equity-inclusion-and-belonging
Teaching Evaluations - Teaching evaluation summaries and student feedback (comments) for courses recently taught, e.g. in the last two academic years.
Statement of Service - Discuss specific prior and proposed academic, professional and/or public service, including activities that would further the University’s diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging goals. For more information, refer to the UC Berkeley Principles of Community (https://diversity.berkeley.edu/principles-community) and UC Regents policy 4400 (https://regents.universityofcalifornia.edu/governance/policies/4400.html).
Authorization of Release of Information Form - A reference check will be completed only if you are selected as the candidate to whom the hiring unit would like to extend a formal offer. Download, complete, sign, and upload the Authorization to Release Information form.
- 3-4 required (contact information only)
Letters of references will only be solicited once a candidate is selected as the finalist to be considered for an appointment.
Help contact: emilschissel@berkeley.edu
About UC Berkeley
UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. The excellence of the institution requires an environment in which the diverse community of faculty, students, and staff are welcome and included. Successful candidates will demonstrate knowledge and skill related to ensuring equity and inclusion in the activities of their academic position (e.g., teaching, research, and service, as applicable).
The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.
Please refer to the University of California’s Affirmative Action Policy and the University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy.
In searches when letters of reference are required all letters will be treated as confidential per University of California policy and California state law. Please refer potential referees, including when letters are provided via a third party (i.e., dossier service or career center), to the UC Berkeley statement of confidentiality prior to submitting their letter.
As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.