Associate Professor in Economics

We are looking for a candidate with strong academic competence in economics and an interest in applying economic analysis to important societal challenges. Relevant areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to, applied micro- or macroeconomics, public economics, taxation, environmental and resource economics, energy economics, behavioural economics, experimental economics, labour economics, development economics, econometrics and empirical policy analysis.

The successful candidate is expected to contribute actively to research, teaching and supervision at the bachelor’s, master’s and PhD level. The position includes responsibility for developing and teaching courses in economics and related fields; supervising student theses; publishing in high-quality academic journals; and contributing to externally funded research projects.

The candidate will also be expected to take part in the academic development of the School’s study programmes, online education, and research environment.

Main tasks

The main tasks of the position are to:

• Conduct high-quality research in economics and related fields and publish regularly in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Teach and develop courses in economics and related subjects across the School’s study programmes at bachelor’s and master’s level.
• Supervise bachelor’s, master’s and PhD students, including thesis supervision in topics related to economics, markets, public policy and empirical analysis.
• Contribute to the continued development of the School’s study programs and research environment in economics.
• Apply for and contribute to externally funded research projects, including interdisciplinary projects relevant to NMBU’s profile.
• Collaborate with public authorities, research institutions, businesses, organisations and other external stakeholders.
• Contribute to administrative tasks and other shared activities at the School together with colleagues and students.

Competence

All qualifications below are required for the position, unless it is specified that they are considered an advantage.

Required qualifications

The applicant must have:

• A PhD in economics or related field relevant to the position.
• Documented research competence and publication record within economics.
• Educational competence in accordance with NMBU’s requirements for associate professors. Any missing educational competence must be acquired within two years of appointment.
• Good oral and written communication skills in English.

Qualifications considered an advantage

• Experience with applied research, policy analysis and interdisciplinary research, as well as externally funded research projects or research collaboration.
• Experience with course and programme development, student-active learning and teaching across economics programmes.
• Experience with dissemination, collaboration with public authorities, research institutions, business or other external stakeholders.
• Experience with academic administration or institutional development.
• Good oral and written communication skills in Norwegian or another Scandinavian language.

Applicants who do not have Norwegian or another Scandinavian language competence at the time of employment will be required to obtain Norwegian language skills at B2 level within three years.

Terms and further information

The position is placed in position code 1011 Associate Professor (NOK NOK 720.000- 920.000) depending on qualifications. For particularly well-qualified applicants, a higher salary may be considered. Seniority promotion in the position. Exceptionally qualified candidates may apply for promotion to Professor after three months.

NMBU wants more women in permanent academic positions. Women are therefore encouraged to apply.

Interested in learning more about the position? We are happy to tell you more about life on campus. Contact Dean Per Botolf Maurseth, Tel +47 48 01 80 14 | E-post: per.botolf.maurseth@nmbu.no

How to apply

Send application electronically via the link "Apply for this job" at the top of this page.

Application Deadline: October 10, 2026

Your CV must be entered in Jobbnorge's CV form and not just included as an attachment. This is in order to be able to comply with the regulations in the Public Administration Act §15.

Documents that cannot be sent electronically are sent in triplicate by ordinary mail marked Associate Professor in Economics sak 26/08443 to NMBU, School of Economics and Business, P.O. Box 5003, NO-1432 Ås, within October, 10.2026.

Please note that the report from the expert committee will be sent to all applicants.

The following must be included in the application:

• Short application text about your motivation
• Reflective statement (3–6 pages) addressing your reflections on the requirements of the position (see the job advertisement).
• Academic CV, diplomas and certificates
• Completed template for documentation of competence, link to template here.
• List of publications. Attach up to 15 scientific works that, according to assessment, are central to the production. If it is difficult to identify personal efforts in joint work, a brief account of your part of the work must be attached.

About the School of Economics and Business

The School of Economics and Business is one of seven faculties at the Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU). The School is AACSB-accredited and offers bachelor’s, master’s and PhD education in economics and business administration, with study programmes covering business administration, economics, entrepreneurship and innovation, bioeconomy, environmental governance, and global economy and politics.

The School has approximately 800 students enrolled in degree programmes, 2,000 online course students, 30 PhD candidates, and 55 faculty and administrative staff members. For more information, see www.nmbu.no/en/faculties/economics-business

The Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU) will contribute to securing the future of life through outstanding research, education, communication and innovation. We have the country's most satisfied university students, who receive research-based education in a unique student environment. Our graduates gain a high level of competence in interdisciplinary collaboration and are popular in the labor market.

NMBU has internationally leading research environments in several subjects. Together with our partners in society and business, we contribute to solving some of the biggest societal challenges of our time.

We focus on innovation, communication and entrepreneurship because we believe these challenges are best solved with joint efforts. We believe that a good working environment is characterized by diversity. If necessary, workplace adaptations will be made for persons with disabilities.

More information about NMBU is available at www.nmbu.no/en

Questions about the position

Per Botolf Maurseth
Dekan
+ 47 48 01 80 14
per.botolf.maurseth@nmbu.no

Deadline
10th October 2026

Employer
Norwegian University of Life Sciences (NMBU)

Municipality
Ås

Scope
Fulltime

Duration
Permanent

Place of service
Universitetstunet 3, 1430 Ås

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