Assistant/Associate Professor in Economics – Oklahoma State University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant/Associate Professor in Economics – Oklahoma State University

• Institution: Oklahoma State University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Economics, Spears School of Business

• Position Number: 212368

• Job ID: 495199

• Appointment Type: Full-Time Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

• Specialization: Microeconomics and Public Finance or Energy Economics

• Additional Interest Area: Game Theory

• Salary / Remuneration: Commensurate with qualifications; exact salary not specified

• Location: Stillwater, Oklahoma, United States

• Application Deadline: December 1, 2026 – Review of Applications Begins

• Position Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start Date: Fall 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of Economics in the Spears School of Business at Oklahoma State University invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in Economics.

The department is particularly interested in candidates working in Microeconomics and Public Finance or Energy Economics, with additional interest in Game Theory.

The successful candidate will contribute to both undergraduate and graduate Economics programs while maintaining a strong research agenda.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach undergraduate Economics courses.

• Teach graduate-level Economics courses.

• Maintain a strong program of scholarly research.

• Publish research in internationally recognized academic journals.

• Contribute to graduate education and doctoral training.

• Serve on dissertation committees.

• Pursue external research funding.

• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.

• Contribute to the broader academic mission of the Spears School of Business.

Research Areas of Interest

The department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in:

• Microeconomics

• Public Finance

• Energy Economics

• Game Theory

• Related areas of Economics

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Preferred Qualification:

• Ph.D. in Economics or a related field.

Candidates who are close to completing their doctoral degree, including those with ABD status, may also be considered.

The successful candidate should demonstrate strong potential for:

• High-quality academic research.

• Publication in internationally recognized journals.

• Graduate and undergraduate teaching.

• Participation in dissertation committees.

• Securing external research funding.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

4. Research Sample

5. Names and Contact Information for Three References

Application Process

• Position Number: 212368

• Job ID: 495199

• Application Review Begins: December 1, 2026

• Applications will continue to be accepted until the position is filled.

• Application Website: https://jobs.okstate.edu

• Applicants should search under the Faculty section using Position Number 212368.

• Contact: Dr. J.B. Kim

• Email: jb.kim@okstate.edu

The position is contingent upon available funding and successful completion of the university’s background-check requirements.

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