Associate Professor / Professor - Applied Economics and Munk Chair in Economics

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Associate Professor / Professor - Applied Economics and Munk Chair in Economics

Date Posted: 10/07/2026
Closing Date: 12/10/2026, 11:59PM ET
Req ID: 50042
Job Category: Faculty - Tenure Stream (continuing)
Faculty/Division: Faculty of Arts & Science
Department: Munk School of Global Affairs and Public Policy
Campus: St. George (Downtown Toronto)
Existing Vacancy: Yes

POSITION DESCRIPTION

The Munk School of Global Affairs & Public Policy in the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University of Toronto invites applications for a full-time tenure stream position in the area of applied economics. The appointment will be at the rank of Associate Professor or Professor, with an anticipated start date of July 1, 2027. The successful candidate will also be named the Munk Chair in Economics for a five-year term, which may be renewable following a favourable review.

REQUIREMENTS AND QUALIFICATIONS

Applicants must have earned a PhD degree in Economics, with a clearly demonstrated record of excellence in research and teaching and should have an international reputation as a leader within the field of applied economics. We seek candidates whose research and teaching interests complement and enhance our existing strengths.

Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence which can include a record of sustained high-impact publications in top-ranked and/or field-relevant academic outlets, the submitted research statement, presentations at significant conferences, awards or accolades, other noteworthy activities that contribute to the visibility and prominence of the discipline, and strong endorsements from referees of high standing.

Evidence of excellence in teaching will be demonstrated through teaching accomplishments, the teaching dossier (including the required materials outlined below) and strong letters of reference.

RESPONSIBILITIES

The successful candidate will be expected to sustain, lead, and publish innovative and independent scholarly research, and to maintain an outstanding, competitive, and externally funded research program.

In addition, the successful candidate will be assigned a service and teaching load that includes teaching economics to students from a wide range of academic backgrounds in the Munk School’s undergraduate and professional graduate programs (the Master of Global Affairs and the Master of Public Policy ).

HIRING SALARY RANGE

The rank and salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. The salary range for this position exceeds $200,000 CAD per annum.

All application materials, including names and contact information of references, must be received by December 10, 2026 .

Diversity Statement

The University of Toronto embraces diversity and is building a culture of belonging that increases our capacity to effectively address and serve the interests of our global community. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, Black and racialized persons, women, persons with disabilities, and people of diverse sexual and gender identities. We value applicants who have demonstrated a commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion and recognize that diverse perspectives, experiences, and expertise are essential to strengthening our academic mission.

As part of your application, you will be asked to complete a brief Diversity Survey. This survey is voluntary. Any information directly related to you is confidential and cannot be accessed by search committees or human resources staff. Results will be aggregated for institutional planning purposes. For more information, please see

Accessibility Statement

The University strives to be an equitable and inclusive community, and proactively seeks to increase diversity among its community members. Our values regarding equity and diversity are linked with our unwavering commitment to excellence in the pursuit of our academic mission.

The University is committed to the principles of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA). As such, we strive to make our recruitment, assessment and selection processes as accessible as possible and provide accommodations as required for applicants with disabilities.

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