Frederick S. Addy Distinguished Professorship of Economics

### Working/Functional Title

Frederick S. Addy Distinguished Professorship of Economics

### Position Summary

Michigan State University actively promotes a dynamic research and learning environment in which qualified individuals of differing perspectives and cultural backgrounds pursue academic goals with mutual respect and shared inquiry.

The Department of Economics is seeking a mid-level to senior scholar to fill its Frederick S. Addy Distinguished Professorship of Economics. This endowed position includes an academic appointment in the Department at the level of full or associate professor, a competitive salary, and a fund for research expenses. While any field within economics will be considered, we will prioritize candidates doing research in labor economics, particularly research using cutting-edge empirical methods to study the changing labor market. The successful candidate must have a distinguished record of research, preferably with a well-established record of obtaining grants. The successful candidate must also have demonstrated a dedication to undergraduate teaching and an ability to inspire students with enthusiasm for the discipline of economics.

### Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability or protected veteran status.

### Required Degree

Doctorate -Economics or related field

### Minimum Requirements

– A doctorate degree in economics or related field.
– The scholar we are seeking must have a distinguished record of research, preferably with a well-established record of obtaining grants. 
– Successful candidates will also have a demonstrated dedication to and a passion for undergraduate teaching and an ability to inspire students with enthusiasm for the discipline of economics.

### Desired Qualifications

– While any field within economics will be considered, we will prioritize candidates doing research in labor economics, particularly research using cutting-edge empirical methods to study the changing labor market.

### Required Application Materials

All applications must include

1. CV; 
2. Cover letter;
3. List of at least three references (names and emails only); 
4. List of publications with hyperlinks to articles, and/or up to two unpublished publications in pdf format;
5. A statement on teaching; and
6. A statement on contributions to diversity
7. If relevant, please include a list of grants received (including funding amounts) and sponsored research as part of your vitae.

### Special Instructions

All applicants must apply online at [https://careers.msu.edu](https://careers.msu.edu/).

### Review of Applications Begins On

10/01/2024

### Website

https://econ.msu.edu/

### Department Statement

The mission of the Department of Economics at Michigan State University consists of three interrelated components: providing the highest quality instruction to our undergraduate and graduate students, conducting leading-edge research in economics, and providing leadership and service to our professional communities. As a unit in a major land-grant university, we are committed to excel in all three components of our mission.
MSU is also proactive in exploring opportunities for employment for dual career couples, both inside and outside the University. Information about MSUs dual career support can be found at .

Michigan State University is located in East Lansing, MI, with easy access to the state capital, Lake Michigan, and award-winning school districts.  Can