Assistant Professor of Economics – University of Massachusetts Amherst

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Economics – University of Massachusetts Amherst

• Institution: University of Massachusetts Amherst

• College: College of Social and Behavioral Sciences

• Department: Economics

• Position: Assistant Professor

• Job ID: 509632

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

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid

• Location: Amherst, Massachusetts, United States

• Teaching Load: 2/2

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 75.36 lakh – INR 1.60 crore annually

• Opening Date: October 6, 2026

• Priority / Review Date: November 15, 2026

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

Overview of the Role

The Department of Economics at the University of Massachusetts Amherst invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor appointment beginning September 1, 2027.

The Department welcomes economists from all fields, with particular interest in candidates using innovative empirical or theoretical analytical methods.

Preference will be given to research in core areas such as microeconomics, industrial organization, international trade and finance, and economic history.

Research Areas

Particularly relevant fields include:

• Microeconomics

• Industrial Organization

• International Trade

• International Finance

• Economic History

• Applied Microeconomics

• Economic Theory

• Economics and Philosophy

• General Equilibrium Theory

The Department also supports a broad range of alternative and heterodox economic perspectives.

Department Research Profile

UMass Amherst Economics includes research traditions such as:

• Marxian Economics

• Post-Keynesian Economics

• Neo-Ricardian Economics

• Institutionalist Economics

• Feminist Economics

• Stratification Economics

• Applied Microeconomics

• Economic Theory

• General Equilibrium Theory

Faculty research also examines:

• Human well-being

• Social welfare

• Distribution of economic opportunities

• Power and institutions

• Race, class, and gender

• Economic behavior and performance

Key Responsibilities

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Maintain an active scholarly research programme.

• Produce high-quality academic research.

• Teach Economics courses with a 2/2 teaching load.

• Deliver high-quality and engaging instruction.

• Contribute to the academic life of the Department.

• Mentor and teach students from varied backgrounds.

• Participate in relevant departmental and university activities.

Essential Qualification

Applicants must have:

• A Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field by the start of the appointment.

• Strong evidence of scholarly research.

• Demonstrated potential for high-quality teaching.

Under exceptional circumstances, highly qualified candidates at other academic ranks may also receive consideration.

Additional Preferred Experience

The Department notes that the following would be considered an advantage:

• Current or previous external research funding.

• Experience applying for external grants.

• Innovative empirical research methods.

• Innovative theoretical approaches.

• Strong research potential in a core Economics field.

Salary / Remuneration

The advertised annual salary range is:

USD 79,350 – USD 168,797

Approximately:

INR 75.36 lakh – INR 1.60 crore annually

The lower end reflects the contractual minimum for the rank, while the upper end reflects salaries that may apply to candidates with additional faculty experience.

Final compensation will depend on relevant qualifications, experience, academic rank, certifications where applicable, and University considerations.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Letter of Interest

   • Addressed to Professor Mwangi wa Gĩthĩnji, Chair, Department of Economics

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. One Recent Research Paper

4. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

5. Three Professional References

   • Names and contact information

6. Teaching Statement

   • Discuss teaching skills and experience

   • Address mentoring and teaching of historically underrepresented and diverse student populations

Reference letters will be requested through the UMass application system when required.

Selection Process

Applications will be evaluated on:

• Scholarly research

• Research potential

• Quality of teaching

• Teaching enthusiasm

• Fit with the Department’s broad intellectual profile

• Ability to contribute to Economics scholarship and education

Selected candidates are expected to be interviewed remotely beginning in December 2026.

Campus visits are expected to begin after January 11, 2027.

Nature of Appointment

• Assistant Professor

• Full-Time

• Tenure-Track

• Hybrid Work Arrangement

• Teaching Load: 2/2

• Research and Teaching responsibilities

The appointment remains subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.

Important Dates

• Opening Date: October 6, 2026

• Priority / Review Date: November 15, 2026

• Remote Interviews: Beginning December 2026

• Campus Visits: Beginning after January 11, 2027

• Expected Start Date: September 1, 2027

• Final Closing Status: Open until filled

Preference will be given to applications received on or before November 15, 2026.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted through the UMass Amherst online employment system.

Job ID: 509632

For position-related questions:

Email: hiring@econs.umass.edu

ServiceSetu Academics is a trusted partner in higher education. Our mission is to empower the academic community through knowledge, upskilling, and global partnerships. We have partnered with leading B-Schools and universities worldwide to drive academic and research excellence. Our portfolio spans executive education, global immersion programs, strategic outreach, certification programs, faculty development programs, short-term courses, and training with top international institutions.

Faculty Members and PhD Scholars may explore ServiceSetu Annual Membership and attend all ServiceSetu workshops FREE, and associated workshops at discounted prices during the membership tenure.

You may join the ServiceSetu Whatsapp Channel to get updates on faculty positions, leadership roles, conferences, workshops, research projects and post-doctoral fellowships, etc.

We are trusted by IITs, IIMs, and top business schools across the country for PhD outreach and conference promotions. Explore Marketing and Outreach services.

We have trained more than 10,000 academicians on different research methods, tools and techniques by conducting more than 50 workshops. Explore our Upcoming Workshops.