Assistant Professor

Subfield: Economic Theory

The Department of Economics at McGill University invites applications for a tenure-track position in Economic Theory. The appointment is expected to be at the rank of Assistant Professor. The position start date is August 1, 2027.

For more information about the Department of Economics please see: www.mcgill.ca/economics/ . Inquiries may be directed to the Chair of the Department of Economics, Professor Fabian Lange, at fabian.lange@mcgill.ca .

The following supporting documents are required:

A cover letter and curriculum vitae;

Recent research papers;

Three confidential letters of reference submitted directly by the referees.

Depending on your nationality, it may be necessary for you to have a valid Canadian Visa to travel should you be invited to a campus visit.

Please note that to work at McGill University, you must be both authorized to work in Canada (or apply and obtain authorization) and willing to work in the province of Quebec at the campus where the position is located.

McGill University is an English-language university where most teaching and research activities are conducted in the English language, thereby requiring English communication both verbally and in writing. However, knowledge of French is an asset.

McGill University is committed to equity and diversity within its community and values academic rigour and excellence. We welcome and encourage applications from racialized persons/visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, ethnic minorities, and persons of minority sexual orientations and gender identities, as well as from all qualified candidates with the skills and knowledge to engage productively with diverse communities.

At McGill, research that reflects diverse intellectual traditions, methodologies, and modes of dissemination and translation is valued and encouraged. Candidates are invited to demonstrate their research impact both within and across academic disciplines and in other sectors, such as government, communities, or industry.

McGill further recognizes and fairly considers the impact of leaves (e.g., family care or health-related) that may contribute to career interruptions or slowdowns. Candidates are encouraged to signal any leave that affected productivity, or that may have had an effect on their career path. This information will be considered to ensure the equitable assessment of the candidate’s record.

McGill implements an employment equity program and encourages members of designated equity groups to self-identify. It further seeks to ensure the equitable treatment and full inclusion of persons with disabilities by striving for the implementation of universal design principles transversally, across all facets of the University community, and through accommodation policies and procedures . Persons with disabilities who anticipate needing accommodations for any part of the application process may contact, in confidence, accessibilityrequest.hr@mcgill.ca .

All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply; however, in accordance with Canadian immigration requirements, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.