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Assistant Professor, Macroeconomics

Application Deadline:26 November 2026
Edmonton, Alberta, CA

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Job Description

The University of Alberta is seeking a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Economics, specializing in macroeconomics. The role involves teaching macroeconomics at the Master's and PhD levels, contributing to undergraduate programs, maintaining an active research program, and supervising graduate students. Candidates must possess a PhD in Economics (or be near completion) and demonstrate outstanding potential for teaching and research, with an impactful research program and clear future plans.

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Key Responsibilities

  • The successful candidate will teach macroeconomic theory at the Master’s and PhD levels, and will also be expected to contribute to the undergraduate program, either by teaching existing courses or by developing new undergraduate courses that engage a broad student audience.
  • The University has earned a reputation as one of the leading universities in computer sciences and artificial intelligence.
  • and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University.

Requirements

  • The Department offers four programs: Bachelor's (majors and honours), two master’s programs (Economics and Economics & Finance), and a PhD program.
  • A PhD in Economics (or be close to completion) by the date of appointment
  • In addition to the above requirements, the following qualifications will be considered an asset:

About This Position

When do applications close for this position?

Applications for Assistant Professor, Macroeconomics at University of Alberta close on 26 November 2026. Make sure your application reaches the university's recruitment system before the deadline — late submissions are generally not accepted.

Where is this position based?

The position is based at University of Alberta, in Edmonton, Alberta, CA. Check the job description above for flexible or hybrid arrangements.

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