Tenured Associate or Full Professor in Economics
Bloomington, IN, USA
Posted on Sep 29, 2026
Posting Details
Position Details
| Title | Tenured Associate or Full Professor in Economics |
|---|---|
| Appointment Status | Tenure |
| Department | IU Bloomington Economics |
| Location | Bloomington |
| Position Summary | Indiana University Bloomington (IUB) invites applications for an tenured associate or full professor in the College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Economics. We seek candidates to join IU’s Department of Economics to lead research in areas such as Behavioral and Experimental Economics and Applied Microeconomics. Experience or interest in the use or development of artificial intelligence, machine learning, or computational tools is appreciated. These 10‐month appointments would ideally start August 1, 2027, although an earlier or later start date is negotiable. Applications received by October 16, 2026, will receive full consideration, and applications will be accepted and reviewed until the positions are filled. Responsibilities: Tenured faculty at Indiana University Bloomington are expected to substantially contribute to the overall academic excellence of their department by developing and/or maintaining a robust research portfolio conducting cutting-edge research both as a corresponding principal investigator and a collaborating investigator; teaching and mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students as designated by the department chairperson; and actively providing service within the department, school and university alongside active engagement with the profession and/or the community. Candidates with special interest in the following areas are encouraged to apply:
These positions are located on the campus of Indiana University, Bloomington (IUB) in Bloomington, Indiana, and successful candidates are expected to work on the IUB campus to allow full engagement with the department, school, campus, and community. Indiana University bases its tenure and promotion recommendations upon performance in three areas including research, teaching, and service. All individuals hired through this initiative are expected to excel in research and provide strong performance in teaching and service. Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess a PhD in economics (or a related field) and be committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates for w/tenure positions must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for an appointment w/tenure. Application Procedures: Review of applications will begin October 16, 2026and continue until the position is filled. Application materials should include:
Applicants for associate or full professor with tenure should apply to: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34454 All queries about the position or the application procedures should be addressed to search committee chairpersons, Prof. Daniela Puzzello or Prof. Ruli Xiao. Before a conditional offer of employment with tenure is finalized, candidates will be asked to disclose any pending investigations or previous findings of sexual or professional misconduct. They will also be required to authorize an inquiry by Indiana University Bloomington with all current and former employers along these lines. The relevance of information disclosed or ascertained in the context of this process to a candidate’s eligibility for hire will be evaluated by Indiana University Bloomington on a case-by-case basis. Applicants should be aware, however, that Indiana University Bloomington takes the matters of sexual and professional misconduct very seriously. Indiana University is an equal opportunity employer and provider of ADA services and prohibits discrimination in hiring.See Indiana University Notice of Non-Discrimination here which includes contact information. About Indiana University Bloomington: Founded in 1820, Indiana University-Bloomington (IUB) is the flagship campus of Indiana University. Located in Bloomington, IN., IUB constantly strives to embody its mission to create, disseminate, preserve, and apply knowledge. It does so through its commitments to cutting-edge research, scholarship, arts, and creative activity; inspired and challenging undergraduate, graduate, professional, and lifelong educational programs; meaningful experiences outside the classroom; expansive global educational opportunities; first-rate library and museum collections; and far-reaching economic development and impact in the state and region. IUB is a member of the prestigious Association of American Universities (AAU) since 1909, is accredited by the Higher Learning Commission and is a member of the North Central Association. With over 47,000 undergraduate and graduate students, the campus has 16 degree-granting colleges and schools offering 300+ undergraduate majors, 300+ Master’s degrees, and 150+ doctoral and professional degree opportunities. Known for its Indiana limestone facades and green spaces throughout, IUB is widely considered one of the country’s most beautiful college campuses. Information about the Department of Economics is available at https://economics.indiana.edu/index.html. |
| Basic Qualifications | Minimum Qualifications: Applicants should possess a PhD in economics (or a related field) and be committed to excellence in scholarship and teaching at the undergraduate and graduate level. Candidates for w/tenure positions must demonstrate a record of scholarly achievement appropriate for an appointment w/tenure. |
| Department Contact for Questions | All queries about the position or the application procedures should be addressed to search committee chairpersons, Prof. Daniela Puzzello or Prof. Ruli Xiao. |
| Additional Qualifications | |
| Salary and Rank | |
| Special Instructions | This position search is being conducted concurrently with an assistant professor, tenure-track position. To apply for the tenure-track rank, visit: https://indiana.peopleadmin.com/postings/34453 |
| For Best Consideration Date | 10/16/2026 |
| Expected Start Date | |
| Posting Number | IU-101699-2026 |
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
- * Have you previously been employed with IU?
- Yes
- No
- * How did you hear about this position?
- Personal Contact: At Professional Meeting or Conference
- Personal Contact: Direct Contact by Search Committee
- Personal Contact: Referred by colleague or advisor
- Announcement: Chronicle of Higher Education
- Announcement: IU Bulletin for Academic Appointees
- Announcement: Other Journal or Magazine
- Announcement: Other Website
- * Identify your specific area of research expertise in the field of economics:
- Behavioral or Experimental Economics
- Applied Microeconomics
- Other
Applicant Documents
Required Documents
- Curriculum Vitae
- Letter of Application
- Research Paper 1