JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Florida State University
Position Title/Short Description
Full Text of JOE Listing:
The FSU Economics Department is seeking to hire a tenure-track faculty member at the Assistant Professor level to join our Faculty in the Fall of 2026. Applicants from any field will receive full consideration. Ideal candidates would demonstrate clear potential to produce high quality research in applied structural estimation techniques that complement areas of strength in the department such as public, labor, health, innovation, industrial organization, or urban economics.
The Department welcomes applicants entering the job market for the first time and from more experienced candidates (such as Postdocs and advanced Assistant Professors). The successful candidate must show evidence of the potential to produce internationally recognized research (at the Assistant level) or have a strong track record of scholarship (at the advanced Assistant level). In addition to research, the usual teaching and service duties are expected. The ability to teach econometrics in the first-year core PhD sequence is desirable. Completion of all requirements for the PhD before the date of hire is expected.
FSU is an Equal Opportunity/Access/Affirmative Action/Pro Disabled & Veteran Employer.
https://hr.fsu.edu/sites/g/files/upcbnu2186/files/PDF/Compliance%20Postings/EEO_Statement.pdf .
For more information on this position, please contact Tony Kwasnica at akwasnica@ fsu.edu .
Full consideration will be given to applications received by November 24, 2025.
Application Requirements:
- Job Market Paper
- Cover Letter
- CV
- Letters of Reference
Freqently Asked Questions
Candidates demonstrating strong capabilities in applied structural estimation, particularly in public, labor, or health economics, align well with the American Economic Association’s focus. Expertise complementing innovation or industrial organization topics can substantially enhance research impact in this academic setting.
While national roles might emphasize broader teaching loads, the Crawfordville position uniquely stresses econometrics within PhD core courses, blending rigorous research with specialized instruction. This distinctive balance sets it apart from many other assistant professor roles across the US.
Progression often involves building a robust publication record, securing grants, and contributing to departmental leadership. Demonstrating internationally recognized research and effective teaching can lead to promotion to associate professor and tenured positions within competitive academic institutions.
The association encourages early-career faculty to engage in interdisciplinary collaborations and provides access to extensive economic databases. Mentorship programs and workshops focusing on applied econometrics further bolster research productivity and recognition.
Yes, beyond typical lecturing and service, there is an emphasis on delivering core PhD econometrics courses, which require advanced pedagogical skills and a commitment to mentoring doctoral candidates, reflecting the institution’s dedication to high-quality graduate education.
Crawfordville shows moderate hiring activity for economics academia, with Florida State University’s openings reflecting regional growth. However, larger urban centers like Miami may offer more frequent opportunities, albeit with stiffer competition and different institutional focuses.
Assistant Professors in economics at Crawfordville universities typically earn between $70,000 and $95,000 annually, depending on experience and research credentials. This range aligns with Florida's academic salary standards but may vary with funding and institutional prestige.
The association fosters a collaborative environment where Assistant Professors contribute to cutting-edge studies, leveraging shared resources and networks. This synergy accelerates research advancements, particularly in applied econometrics and policy-relevant economic fields.
This role uniquely integrates expectations for high-impact research with teaching econometrics in PhD programs, offering a blend of scholarly rigor and pedagogical specialization that differentiates it from typical assistant professorships focused solely on undergraduate education.
Candidates must have completed their PhD before hire and show potential for internationally recognized research. Strong job market papers and recommendation letters are critical, highlighting both scholarly promise and teaching proficiency in core economic methods.
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