UCLA Department of Economics-Tenured-track faculty position

The Department of Economics invites applications for two tenure-track positions, at the rank of Assistant Professor, beginning July 1, 2027.

Outstanding candidates in all economic fields will be considered. We welcome candidates whose experience in teaching, research, or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to diversity and excellence.

A tenure-track position requires teaching at the Ph.D. level, original research, and superior teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in Economics in hand by date of hire.

A two-year contract for junior faculty is renewable upon successful performance of duties.

Salaries for appointments depend upon qualifications.

In order to receive full consideration, applications should be submitted by December 1, 2026.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and/or step  Table 3. The salary range for this position is $111,400 to $139,200. “Off-scale salaries” and other components of pay, i.e., a salary that is higher than the published system-wide salary at the designated rank and step, are offered when necessary to meet competitive conditions. A reasonable estimated salary range for this position is $200,00 to $230,000, inclusive of the salary scale and off-scale salary components.

See campus compensation page for additional information.

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