Tenure-Track Assistant Professor(s) Position in Economics/Macroeconomics

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Tenure-Track Assistant Professor(s) Position in Economics/Macroeconomics

Company

Syddansk Universitet

Job description

Job Description:The Department of Economics at the University of Southern Denmark invites applications for one or more tenure-track Assistant Professor positions in Economics/Macroeconomics, preferably with focus on international finance, monetary and financial history, and historical perspectives on growth and fluctuations. We especially encourage macroeconomists who integrate long-term perspectives into their research to apply for the positions.Application deadline: 1 March 2025. The starting date is flexible, but we hope to welcome our new colleague(s) 15 August 2025.About the DepartmentThe Department of Economics is an international department with a strong tradition for excellence in research and teaching within the various areas of economics. The research, teaching, and dissemination activities are organized within four platforms: Econometrics and Data Science, Economic History, Macroeconomics, and Microeconomics. The Assistant Professor(s) will be affiliated with one of these platforms. A more detailed description of the department and its platforms can be found onIt is the aim of the department to conduct and disseminate top-tier research, evidenced by publications in distinguished journals, international conference presentations, external funding, and impactful dissemination. Furthermore, the department emphasizes high-quality research-based teaching using the most relevant teaching methods to enhance students’ learning.The department oversees undergraduate and graduate programmes in Economics and Mathematics-Economics at the Odense campus. It is also responsible for economics courses at different campuses at the University of Southern Denmark with activities in Odense and Sønderborg. The research activities (and the workplace) are situated in Odense.QualificationsWe welcome applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, gender, race, religion, or ethnic background. Candidates must hold a PhD or equivalent at the time of appointment. We particularly welcome those interested in empirical macroeconomics, with a focus on areas such as international finance, monetary and financial history, and growth and fluctuations in historical perspective.Responsibilities

• Conduct top-tier research resulting in publications in prestigious international academic journals.
• Engage in research-based teaching and supervision (including examination duties).
• Engage in fundraising and grant writing activities.
• Participate in course development and pedagogical initiatives.
• Maintain and develop relationships with appropriate stakeholders.
• Perform academic, knowledge dissemination/outreach, and administrative tasks.

The teaching and research languages at the department are English and Danish. SDU offers Danish language courses to new employees.We value good interpersonal skills and dedication to the daily academic and social interaction within the research platforms and the department.Further InformationFor more information about the position, please contact Professor Thomas Barnebeck Andersen at or Head of Department Lone Grønbæk Jørgensen at .Application, salary, etc.The successful applicant will be employed in accordance with the agreement between the Ministry of Finance and AC (the Danish Confederation of Professional Associations).An application must include:

• A motivation letter
• A detailed Curriculum Vitae
• A copy of important certificates/diplomas
• Information on previous teaching experience, please attach as teaching portfolio
• A complete list of publications, indicating which publications are most relevant for the position
• Up to five of the most relevant publications. Please attach one pdf-file for each publication
• A research and publication plan

Application and all appendices must be in English. Only applications written in English will be accepted for evaluation.To English speaking applicants: Please make sure to enter the electronic application form via the English website to receive further information in English.We only accept files in pdf-format no more than 10 MB per file. In case you have more than one file per field you need to combine the pdf-files into a single file, as each field handles only one file. We do not accept zip-files, jpg or other image files. All pdf-files must be unlocked and allow binding and may not be password protected.Applications will be assessed by an assessment committee. Shortlisting may be used. Interviews and tests might be part of the selection process. Information on the Department’s Appointment Guidelines can be found .Applications received after the deadline will neither be considered nor evaluated.Applications should be sent electronically via the link “apply online”. The faculty expects applicants to read the information before applying.If you experience technical problems, you must contact .We recommend that as an international applicant you take the time to visit where you will find information and facts about moving to, working and living in Denmark, as well asFor general questions regarding housing, taxes, etc., the SDU’s International Staff Office can assist.SDU was founded in 1966 and now has more than 27,000 students, almost 20% of whom are from abroad. It has more than 3,800 employees, and 115 different study programmes in the fields of the humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, health sciences, and engineering. Its main campus is in Odense, the third largest city in Denmark, but is present also in Kolding, Sønderborg, Esbjerg and Copenhagen.Odense provides family-friendly living conditions with the perfect combination of a historic city centre with an urban feel and yet proximity to beaches and recreational areas. Its location on the beautiful island of Funen is ideal with easy access by train or highway to the bigger cities of Aarhus and Copenhagen. As the birthplace of Hans Christian Andersen, Denmark’s famous fairytale author, the city is home to a vibrant and creative population that hosts numerous festivals and markets throughout the year.

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Location

Odense, Syddanmark

Job date

Fri, 15 Nov 2024 02:15:40 GMT

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