Assistant Professor of Economics – Providence College

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Economics – Providence College

• Institution: Providence College

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Economics

• Job Number: PC00318

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: Macroeconomics

• Priority Areas: Economic Growth, Public Policy, Innovation, Human Capital, Climate Change, Income Distribution, Fiscal Policy, Macro-Prudential Policy

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 81.88 lakh – INR 96.33 lakh annually

• Location: Providence, Rhode Island, United States

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Expected Start Date: Fall 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of Economics at Providence College invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics beginning in Fall 2027.

The department is particularly interested in macroeconomists whose research focuses on economic growth and related long-term economic issues or public policy.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach Principles of Macroeconomics.

• Teach elective courses in the candidate’s areas of specialization.

• Maintain an active research agenda.

• Contribute to undergraduate Economics education.

• Participate in departmental and college service.

• Mentor and support students.

• Contribute to the broader academic community at Providence College.

Research Areas of Interest

Candidates with research interests in the following areas are particularly encouraged:

• Macroeconomics

• Economic Growth

• Innovation

• Human Capital

• Climate Change

• Income Distribution

• Fiscal Policy

• Macro-Prudential Policy

• Related long-term economic issues

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Economics completed before the start of the appointment.

• Evidence of strong research potential.

• Demonstrated capacity for effective teaching.

• Willingness to contribute actively to Providence College and the broader community.

The department also welcomes candidates with experience teaching and mentoring students from varied social, cultural, and economic backgrounds.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Cover Letter

2. Current Curriculum Vitae

3. Graduate Transcripts

4. Research Sample

5. Names and Contact Information for Three References

6. Teaching Statement / Teaching Philosophy

7. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

Application Process

• Job Number: PC00318

• Application Deadline: November 1, 2026 at 11:59 PM Eastern Time

• Complete applications received by the deadline will receive full consideration.

• Application Website: https://careers.providence.edu

• Department Chair: Dr. Michael T. Mathes

• Email: mmathes@providence.edu
  

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