Job Description

DescriptionThe Department of Marketing, Business Economics and Law at the Alberta School of Business, University of Alberta, invites applications for an Assistant or Associate Professor position in business economics.This position has an anticipated start date of July 1, 2025.Candidates should have graduated from an accredited PhD program in business economics, with demonstrated potential to publish top-level research and achieve teaching excellence; candidates who are close to PhD completion may be considered; however, the appointment will be contingent upon the completion of the PhD by an agreed-upon date. Appointments at a more senior level may be considered depending on qualifications and experience.We are specifically looking for candidates in three areas:(1) International Economics;(2) Modern Analytical Techniques (including AI, Machine Learning, etc.) and;(3) Real Estate/Urban Economics. The ideal candidate would have quantitative empirical skills, possibly including data analytics, artificial intelligence, or machine learning.Proficiency in English is required for this position.Responsibilities of the position include teaching courses in business economics within our Undergraduate and Masters programs. In addition to teaching, faculty responsibilities include:

• publishing in top-tier economics and business journals;
• take advantage of external research funding opportunities and;
• contribute to academic service commensurate with the level of appointment.

Our department members specialize in International Economics and Real Estate/Urban Economics. The successful candidate will have research interests that align well with the research interests of our faculty members.The Alberta School of Business is one of the world\'s leading institutions in business education and research. As the first and longest continually accredited business school in Canada, the Alberta School of Business is one of the largest business schools in Canada with over 70 faculty members, 3000+ undergraduate students, and 950 students in our Masters and PhD programs. Since 1916, the innovative ideas, entrepreneurial spirit and leadership of the School\'s more than 31,000 alumni have strengthened businesses and communities worldwide. Our vision is simple, yet powerful: To develop and inspire entrepreneurial leaders from Alberta for the World. Our mission is to excel and lead through research, teaching and external engagement.For more information about the School, please visit our website at www.business.ualberta.ca, and for more information about the Department of Marketing, Business Economics & Law, please see .Located in Western Canada, the province of Alberta boasts diverse landscapes from the Canadian Rocky Mountains to wide open prairies and blue skies. The University of Alberta is situated in the provincial capital of Edmonton. This city is a vibrant multi-cultural center with over one million people that offers the benefits of an urban lifestyle combined with high-quality schools, varied restaurants, excellent theatre, year-round festivals, reliable public transportation and ample recreation opportunities.Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and is competitive with similar research-focused business schools in North America.Applications should include:

• Curriculum vitae,
• Samples of research,
• Any available teaching ratings (submit as an attachment under "Other")
• Names of three referees who have been asked to send confidential letters of assessment. Please arrange to have these letters of assessment sent directly to us noting your application.

Please indicate on the application page if you are a Canadian Citizen/Permanent Resident by checking off the correct box.Please have your referees send their letters of assessment by e-mail (PDF files) to:Dr. Paul Messinger, Department ChairDepartment of Marketing, Business Economics and LawAlberta School of BusinessUniversity of AlbertaEmail mbelchar@ualberta.caPlease note in the subject line: \xe2\x80\x9cTenured or Tenure Track Faculty - Business Economics\xe2\x80\x9dThe position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We encourage you to apply early as this posting will be closed upon selection of a suitable candidate.At the University of Alberta, we are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible hiring process for all candidates. If you require accommodations to participate in the interview process, please let us know at the time of booking your interview and we will make every effort to accommodate your needs.All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. If suitable Canadian citizens or permanent residents cannot be found, other individuals will be considered.We thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those individuals selected for an interview will be contacted.The University of Alberta is committed to an equitable, diverse, and inclusive workforce. We welcome applications from all qualified persons. We encourage women; First Nations, M\xc3\xa9tis and Inuit persons; members of visible minority groups; persons with disabilities; persons of any sexual orientation or gender identity and expression; and all those who may contribute to the further diversification of ideas and the University to apply.

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