Teaching Assistant Professor

Posting Information

• Department:
  Economics - 315700
• Posting Open Date: 10/07/2025
• Final date to receive applications: 08/14/2026
• Open Until Filled:
  No
• Position Type:
  Permanent Faculty
• Working Title:
  
  Teaching Assistant Professor
• Appointment Type:
  Fixed Term Faculty
• Vacancy
• Full-time/Part-time:
  Full-Time Permanent
• Hours per week: 40
• FTE: 1
• Position Location:
  
  North Carolina, US
• Hiring Range:
  Dependent on Experience and/or Qualifications
• Proposed
  
  Start Date:
  
  07/01/2026

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as one of the nation’s top public universities
. Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a comprehensive benefits package
, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

• to teach economics to undergraduates in a manner that will introduce them vigorously to its broad scope;
• to offer scientific and professional training to graduate students to prepare them for teaching and research careers in the fields of microeconomics, macroeconomics, econometrics, and applied microeconomics (labor, health, education, and development) and industrial organization;
• to carry out cutting-edge research in these areas to be published in professional journals;
• to provide consulting and administrative support services to the department and the economics profession as well as to the university, local community, state, and nation.

This position is for a fixed-term faculty member at the rank of teaching assistant professor in any field in Economics. Teaching responsibilities are 6 courses per academic year. Duties will include undergraduate teaching, mentoring, and service. Teaching responsibilities will include enrollments ranging from 25-400 students.

PhD in Economics, or related field.

N/A

This position is designated as a Campus Security Authority in accordance with the Clery Act. This position will be required to report Clery crimes to the Clery Compliance Manager and complete annual training about reporting responsibilities.

Department Contact Name and

Title:

L.

E. Alexander, Business Officer

Department Contact Telephone or Email: lealex

If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University’s Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at  or send an email to faculty recruitment.

Please note:

The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.

The University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes all to apply without regard to age, color, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, or sexual orientation. We encourage all qualified applicants to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.