Assistant Professor of Economics - Macroeconomics
Wayne State University is searching for an experienced Assistant Professor of Economics - Macroeconomics at its Detroit campus location.
Wayne State is a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit, Michigan where students from all backgrounds are offered a rich, high-quality education. Our deep-rooted commitment to excellence, collaboration, integrity, diversity and inclusion creates exceptional educational opportunities which prepare students for success in a global society.
Essential functions (job duties):
The Department of Economics at Wayne State University invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning on or about August 18, 2027. This is a full-time (9-month), benefits-eligible faculty position.
The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to teaching in macroeconomics and econometrics at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. The Department offers B.A., M.A., and Ph.D. programs. Candidates should demonstrate a strong commitment to excellence in both research and teaching and should contribute to the academic and professional activities of the department. The teaching load is 2:2 (fall: winter semesters).
WSU is classified by the Carnegie Foundation as a RU/VH (Research University, Very High research activity) institution and serves more than 24,000 students across 370 academic programs, making it a premier, public, urban research university located in the heart of Detroit.
Qualifications:
We seek candidates specializing in macroeconomics with a strong background in applied macroeconometrics.
Candidates should have an active research agenda in macroeconomics and demonstrate strong potential for high-quality research and publication.
Candidates are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Economics no later than August 17, 2027.
To apply, go to https://jobs.wayne.edu. An on-line application is required. Candidates must upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, job market paper, research statement, teaching statement, and evidence of teaching effectiveness (teaching evaluations, if available).
Three letters of recommendation should be sent to Liang Hu, Department Chair, lianghu@wayne.edu, and Young-Ro Yoon, Chair of the Search Committee, Department of Economics, ed7847@wayne.edu
To receive full consideration, applications must be received by November 16, 2026.
School/College/Division:
H12 - College of Liberal Arts & Science
Primary department:
H0306 - Economics
Employment type:
- Regular Employee
- Job type: Full Time
- Job category: Academic/Faculty
Funding/salary information:
- Compensation type: Annual Salary
Working conditions:
This position must be filled pursuant to the provisions of a collective bargaining agreement, and as such may be filled by a qualified bargaining unit member, should one apply.
Job openings:
- Number of openings: 1
Background check requirements:
University policy requires certain persons who are offered employment to undergo a background check, including a criminal history check, before starting work. If you are offered employment, the university will inform you if a background check is required.
