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Research Associate Professor, Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics

University of Chicago · Chicago, Illinois
College
University of Chicago
City
Chicago, Illinois
Where you’d teach
On campus
Job type
Full-time
Degree
Doctorate: Ph.D. in economics or closely related field
Posted
Sep 24, 2026
Closes
open until filled

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Research Associate Professor, Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics . The University of Chicago: Social Sciences Division: Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics .

Chicago, IL . The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago invites applications for a non-tenure track appointment as a Research Associate Professor, for a three-year renewable term. The selected candidate should have expertise and experience in public economics, labor economics, and microeconomic theory.

This is a benefits-eligible position. The Research Associate Professor is primarily an independent researcher conducting original research within economics and is expected to stand alone on their scholarly accomplishments, solo- and co-authoring reputable scientific publications. Appointees are expected to make a substantial contribution to that research and may be part of a research group or in association with a faculty member. Appointees are expected to actively interact with a substantial number of faculty and students and regularly participate in academic conferences and workshops.

The Research Associate Professor is expected to have an active role in obtaining and carrying out funded research and serve as a Co-Investigator or Principal Investigator on research grants. Applicants with demonstrated ability to communicate research findings clearly to audiences through oral presentations and written work are strongly preferred. Additionally, the Research Associate Professor will teach one undergraduate class in Economics. . Applicants must have a Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field. .

Applicants must apply online at the University of Chicago's Academic Recruitment job board at apply.interfolio.com/194322 . Applications must include three reference letters, curriculum vitae, research statement and up to three published or unpublished research papers. Review of applications will begin 30 days after the posting date and will continue until the position is filled. This position is benefits-eligible.

The University of Chicago offers a wide range of benefits programs and resources for eligible employees, including health, retirement, and paid time off. Information about the benefit offerings can be found in the Benefits Guidebook . . $123,000 - $205,000

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