The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at The University of Chicago

08/06/2026

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics invites applications for two positions:

— a Temporary Research Project Coordinator to oversee a large-scale field experiment studying labor market discrimination under the supervision of Professor Evan Rose. The part-time, hybrid role is well suited for candidates early in their careers, including recent master's graduates who have demonstrated strong organizational, technical, or project management skills. Learn more and apply here: https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Temporary-Research-Project-Coordinator_JR34733

— an Instructional Professor position (open rank) to begin on or after July 1, 2027. Review of applications for this role will begin on December 1, 2026. Learn more and apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/190053

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04/15/2026

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics invites applications for a Research Assistant Professor position with a renewable three-year term. Learn more and apply: https://apply.interfolio.com/184650

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04/15/2026

Harvard economist Claudia Goldin helped WNBA players win a nearly 400% raise. Starting this season, players’ average salary will top $580,000.

11/14/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics welcomes applications for several academic positions:

—A postdoctoral position in econometrics under the supervision of Department Chair, Professor Azeem Shaikh
—Faculty positions at the rank of Instructor to begin in the 2026-27 academic year for a renewable term of up to three years
—An Instructional Professor position at rank of Assistant, Associate or Full Instructional Professor

Explore all opportunities on our website: https://economics.uchicago.edu/about/academic-job-opportunities

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The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, s*x, s*xual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, national or ethnic origin, shared ancestry, age, status as an individual with a disability, military or veteran....

10/10/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics seeks applicants for tenure-track Professor positions starting in academic year 2026-27. Applications from all fields of economics are welcome. Qualified applicants will have a Ph.D. in Economics or equivalent.

Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/175397

09/24/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics is seeking part-time lecturers for the Spring 2026 quarter. Applicants must have a completed Ph.D. in Economics or Finance and a record of teaching at a university or four-year college level.

Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/173564

09/24/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics seeks applicants for tenure-track Assistant Professor positions starting in academic year 2026-27. Applications from all fields of economics are welcome. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics before starting the position.

Apply here: https://apply.interfolio.com/172477

07/09/2025

We welcome applicants for the role of Director of Educational Products & School Outreach to help lead and expand the Economics for Everyone initiative. This role will oversee digital curriculum and multimedia development, engage with educators to integrate resources into classrooms, and help broaden the impact of our innovative economics education offerings. Learn more and submit your application: https://uchicago.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/External/job/Chicago-IL/Director-of-Educational-Products-and-School-Outreach_JR30730

07/08/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics at the University of Chicago invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Economics at the Instructor level to begin in the academic year 2025–26. Applicants should have strong teaching skills, a strong commitment to research, and a Ph.D. in Economics. All fields of Economics are welcome.

For more details and to apply, please visit: http://apply.interfolio.com/169812

The University of Chicago is an equal opportunity employer.

06/19/2025

The Kenneth C. Griffin Department of Economics invites nonprofits and philanthropies to participate in the Science of Philanthropy (SPI) Conference, September 17–18, at the University of Chicago.

On September 17, participating nonprofits and philanthropies will explore potential collaborations with SPI researchers to address their organization's charitable giving challenges.

Led by Professors John List (UChicago) and Amir Pasic (IU Lilly School of Philanthropy), SPI aims to generate new ideas, facilitate scientific exploration, and produce findings that add to our understanding of philanthropy and the private provision of public goods. Nonprofits and philanthropies interested in advancing the science of philanthropic impact are encouraged to apply.

To learn more and submit your application, visit: https://fs2.formsite.com/UChicagoEconomics/f1twop47uk/index