Associate Professor Position, Economics, SFU

The Department of Economics at Simon Fraser University seeks to fill one position either at the senior assistant professor level (tenure track) or at the associate professor level (with tenure). The expected starting date is September 1, 2010 and the position is subject to budgetary approval and approval by the Board of Governors. The Department has a special interest in candidates with a strong empirical focus in applied fields, but strong candidates in every field will be given serious consideration. Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for this position. Applicants must hold a PhD degree and be well qualified to teach at the PhD level although teaching at all levels is expected.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Simon Fraser University is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified women and men, including visible minorities, aboriginal people and persons with disabilities.

Applications must include a c.v., three confidential reference letters, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and samples of research papers. Application instructions are available on our website. Deadline for application is September 30, 2009. The position will remain open after this date until it is filled. Direct email inquiries to econjob@sfu.ca

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