Assistant professor / lecturer
On-Site
561939
The Department of Economics at California State University, Fullerton (CSUF) invites applications for two tenure-track assistant professor positions in Economics with a focus on empirical research. We are particularly interested in candidates conducting research using machine learning methods.
Position
CSUF faculty are committed teacher/scholars who bring research and creative discovery to life for students in classrooms, labs, studios, and individually mentored projects. They teach broadly in the curricula of their departments, advise students, and serve on departmental and university-wide committees. The primary responsibilities of this position will include developing and teaching undergraduate and graduate courses in data analytics, as well as teaching core graduate and undergraduate courses in the candidate’s areas of specialty. Faculty responsibilities also include contributing to the supervision of undergraduate and graduate research. The successful candidate will be responsible for producing scholarship commensurate with the requirements for tenure. The successful candidate will also be expected to contribute to and participate in the life and development of the department, advise students, serve on committees, and participate in the broader university and disciplinary communities.
Required Qualifications
- A completed Ph.D. degree in Economics at the start of the appointment.
- Expertise in applying modern econometrics and machine learning techniques to applied economic questions.
- Potential to publish academic research in leading journals.
- A commitment to high-quality teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels and an interest in teaching a diverse student body, including first‐generation college students.
Preferred Qualifications
The department has a preference for candidates who have developed and taught courses in data analytics/machine learning and who use these methods extensively in their research.
Application
A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered. To apply, please visit http://hr.fullerton.edu/workforce/careers.html, choose full-time faculty, search for the position 561939, and provide the following required materials:
- Cover letter in which you respond to the required qualifications.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Graduate Transcripts (Unofficial copies are sufficient for initial review.)
- Research statement with research sample(s).
- Teaching statement and evidence of teaching effectiveness if applicable.
- Candidate statement on commitment to inclusive excellence (no more than 500 words):
Inclusive excellence is a strategic framework that recognizes the importance of diversity, equity, and inclusion in achieving organizational success and high-quality learning and teaching. - A list of three references with relevant contact information.
Applicants should be aware that recommendations will be used when evaluating candidates for the semi-finalist and finalist stage.
Application Deadline
To be assured full consideration, all application materials must be received by November 15, 2026. The anticipated appointment date is August 15, 2027.
Compensation
The Assistant Professor (Academic Year) classification salary range is $6,221 to $13,224 monthly (12 monthly payments per academic year). The anticipated hiring range is $9,100 to $9,278 per month. Salary offered is commensurate with experience and qualifications.
CSUF Benefits
An excellent comprehensive benefits package includes health/vision/dental plans; spouse, domestic partner, and dependent fee‐waiver; access to campus child‐care; and a defined‐benefit retirement through the state system and optional tax-sheltering opportunities.
Contact Information
Please direct all questions about the position to: Pedro Amaral at pamaral@fullerton.edu or call 657‐278‐2588.
800 N State College Blvd
Fullerton , USA
