Associate Professor or Professor
Department of Economics
College of Arts and Sciences
Position
Overview
The Department of
Economics at
The Ohio State University seeks to hire a tenured associate professor or professor in
macroeconomics. The candidate hired will be expected to maintain an active
research program and support a commitment to excellence in teaching and
mentoring of a diverse student body at both the undergraduate and graduate
levels.
Education
and Experience Requirements
Required: Candidates must
have a PhD in Economics or a related field before employment begins in August
2024, and have a research, teaching, and service record commensurate with the
associate professor or professor level.
Desired: Applications
from those interested in working on the editorial board of the Journal of
Money, Credit and Banking are especially encouraged. Candidates should
demonstrate attentiveness to building a diverse intellectual community, in line
with OSU’s shared values (see below).
How
to Apply
Apply to the Careers at Ohio State website at https://osu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/OSUCareers/job/Columbus-Campus/Associate-Professor-or-Professor_R89663-1.
A competitive application consists of the following required elements: a cover
letter, curriculum vitae, and separate research and teaching statements. Review
of applications will begin on October 1, 2023 and will continue until the
position is filled. Inquiries may be directed to Bruce Weinberg at weinberg.27@osu.edu
You will be presented with the opportunity to
attach up to FIVE documents in the Application Documents section. Please
include the following:
You will be asked for names and contact
information for three reference letters at a later date.
The
College
With more than 80
majors and 100 minors, the College of Arts and Sciences is the academic heart
of the university. The Arts and Sciences provides extraordinary opportunities
to collaborate across disciplines, blending creativity and analysis to truly be
at the forefront of thought. The breadth and depth of knowledge in the college
gives students and researchers the critical thinking and adaptability essential
for a lifetime of success.
Department
Information
The Department of Economics has about 26 full-time faculty members, 75 Ph.D.
students, and approximately 1000 undergraduate majors. It is a vibrant place
for innovative research and learning.
The University
Ohio State is
a top-20 public university, and its Ohio State Wexner Medical Center is one of
America’s leading academic health centers and recently ranked No. 4 on Forbes’
list of best U.S. employers for diversity. Eligible Ohio State employees
receive comprehensive benefits packages, including medical, dental and vision
insurance, tuition assistance for employees and their dependents, and state or
alternative retirement options with competitive employer contributions.
The Ohio State
University’s Shared
Values include
Excellence and Impact, Diversity and Innovation, Inclusion and Equity, Care and
Compassion, and Integrity and Respect. Our university community welcomes
differences, encourages open-minded exploration and courageous thinking, and
upholds freedom of expression.
Ohio State is
a dynamic community where opportunity thrives, and individuals transform
themselves and their world. Positions are available in countless fields and
specialties. Become a Buckeye and contribute to an incredible legacy that
serves to guide our future and shape a better tomorrow.
The Ohio State
University is committed to enhancing academic excellence. Recruiting,
supporting, and retaining faculty of the highest caliber is a core component of
this commitment. The Office of Academic Affairs (OAA) has established Dual Careers and Faculty Relocation (DCFR) to focus on supporting new and
prospective faculty and their loved ones. Service offerings include dual
careers partner consultations, identifying potential employers and/or
employment opportunities, consultation and resources related to relocation, as
well as identifying opportunities to engage on campus and in the surrounding
community. While employment opportunities are not guaranteed, resources and
consultation are provided to support the partners of new and prospective
faculty as they are considering or transitioning to The Ohio State University.
In addition to being responsive to
dual-career opportunities, we strongly promote work-life balance to support our
community members through a suite of institutionalized policies. Ohio
State is an NSF
ADVANCE institution and a member of the Ohio/Western
Pennsylvania/West Virginia Higher Education Recruitment Consortium (HERC).
Located in Ohio’s capital city, Ohio
State’s Columbus campus is near the center of a rapidly growing and diverse
metropolitan area with a population of over 1.5 million. The area offers a wide
range of affordable housing, many cultural and recreational opportunities,
excellent schools, and a strong economy based on government as well as service,
transportation, and technology industries. Additional
information about the Columbus area is available here. In addition
to its Columbus campus, Ohio State has four
regional campuses including Ohio State
Lima, Ohio State Mansfield, Ohio State Marion, and Ohio State Newark, in
addition to Ohio State ATI in Wooster.
All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color,
disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic
information, HIV/AIDS status, military status, national origin, pregnancy,
race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.
Final candidates are subject to
successful completion of a background check. A drug screen or physical may be
required during the post offer process.