Associate or Full Professor of Economics, Finance, or related fields

Description

The Economic Science Institute at Chapman University and The George
L. Argyros College of Business and Economics invites applications for an Associate or Full Professor position with tenure in
Economics, Finance or related fields, beginning August 2027.

Chapman University is a nationally ranked, R2 Carnegie Classified, private institution offering traditional undergraduate and graduate programs in the heart of Orange County, one of Southern
California’s most diverse and vibrant regions. Chapman’s campuses are home to nearly 10,000 students representing 50 states, four territories, and 76 countries. The 11 schools and colleges of
Chapman, the Economic Science Institute, offer 50 bachelors, 29 masters, and 8 doctoral programs, along with nearly 75 minors and
19 accelerated and bridge programs. Classes are taught by the more than 1,100 dedicated faculty members who are leaders in their fields, including Nobel Prize recipients, MacArthur Fellows,
National Medal of Science honorees, former U.S. Supreme Court clerks, and Emmy, Grammy, and Academy Award winners.

The Economic Science Institute (ESI) at Chapman University was founded 20 years ago by Nobel laureate Vernon Smith and his colleagues. ESI is an academic center that uses the laboratory method of inquiry to study the role human institutions play in creating social rules and order and also builds and tests market and management systems. ESI’s research spans the fields of accounting, economics, finance, information systems, engineering, psychology, neuroscience, computer science and philosophy. More information is available at https://www.chapman.edu/research/institutes-and-centers/economic-science-institute/index.aspx.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and publish high-quality academic research. The

Economic Science Institute at Chapman University stresses high research achievement that will maintain its international reputation.

• Plan, develop, deliver high-quality teaching at the

undergraduate and graduate levels.

• Actively contribute as an integral member of ESI. Perform

service for the institute, college, university, profession, and wider community as expected of a tenured faculty member.

Qualifications

ESI’s research spans the fields of accounting, economics, finance, information systems, engineering, psychology, neuroscience, computer science and philosophy. We welcome applicants from these related fields. We look for candidates who show intellectual leadership, have an impact on their field, and possess the potential to contribute meaningfully to ESI, the University, and the broader scholarly community. Requirements include:

• A Ph.D. in economics, finance or related fields from an

accredited institution.

• Record of publishing high-quality research in leading

journals.

• A record of being an outstanding scholar in every respect,

including research, teaching and service.

To be considered at the Full Professor rank, candidates must demonstrate a nationally and internationally recognized record of distinguished scholarship, and leadership within their institution and broader professional community.

Application Instructions

Qualified candidates are invited to electronically submit the following:

• Letter of Application
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• A job market paper
• Research Statement
• Names and contact information for three references (letters of

recommendation will be requested for finalists only)

Inquiries can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Olivier
Armantier, at armantier@chapman.edu. Please use “ESI Hiring 2027” as the email subject line.

Application reviews will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Salary range for this position is
$215,000-$295,000. This position is contingent on final budget approval. Successful completion of a background check is required for the final candidate.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Chapman University is an equal opportunity employer that provides equal employment opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their protected characteristics. All qualified applicants and employees are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, pregnancy, genetic information or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.