_____________________ : August 2006 August 2006 BAYLOR COLLEGE OF MEDICINE, Houston, TX I1 Health Economics The Baylor College of Medicine, Section for Health Services Research is seeking to expand and strengthen our expertise in health economics. We are looking to fill a PhD level, tenure-track health economist position at the late Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor level. Possibilities exist for adjunct or joint appointments at Rice University and other institutions in the Texas Medical Center. The health economist will work in interdisciplinary teams of PhD and MD researchers to conduct original research leading to publications in economics, health policy and health services research journals. Responsibilities include obtaining funding for and conducting self-directed research and contributing to the design and analysis of research projects being undertaken by other investigators in the Baylor Section. For more information, please visit our website at http://www.hsrd.houston.med.va.gov/. Requirements: A doctoral level degree in economics or health economics is required, as well as in-depth knowledge in one or several areas, including: econometrics, cost- effectiveness analysis, and health economics. Experience in research with use of large databases for outcomes research and policy studies is required. Successful candidates must provide evidence of research productivity including high-impact publications and funding of investigator-initiated research grants, excellent quantitative skills, and a desire to work in an interdisciplinary environment. The position offers a highly competitive salary and excellent benefits. Applicants must be United States citizens. Interested applicants should send cover letter, curriculum vita, and arrange to have 3 letters of recommendation sent to: Mathilda Ceaser: Recruiter, Houston Center for Quality of Care and Utilization Studies (152), Michael E. DeBakey Veterans Affairs Medical Center, 2002 Holcombe Boulevard, Houston, TX 77030. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA-LOS ANGELES, Los Angeles, CA AF Any Field Establishment of the Rosalinde and Arthur Gilbert Foundation Chair in Israel Studies at UCLA. The International Institute and the Faculty Advisory Committee on the Israel Studies Program at UCLA are pleased to announce the establishment of the Gilbert Foundation Professorship in Israel Studies. This important academic initiative responds to the recent development and diversification of scholarly and policy oriented interest in modern Israel. The establishment of the Gilbert Professorship, linking to the Israel Studies Program, the Center for Jewish Studies, and the Center for Near East Studies, among other research and instructional units within the University, reflects a conscious effort to base the expansion of Israel Studies on a foundation of exceptional scholarship. We are confident that such scholarship, transcending both parochialism and instrumentalism, will compel its own recognition regardless of discipline or method. It is in this spirit of openness to every field in the Humanities and Social Sciences and related Professions, that the Search Committee for the Gilbert Chair invites both applications and nominations for appointment to the Gilbert Professorship. The Gilbert Search Committee welcomes applications and nominations of highly qualified scholars in all fields of the Social Sciences, Humanities, and related Professions, including Law and Public Policy. Applications to consist of a complete Curriculum Vitae and names of three references, or, Nominations, with identifying and contact information, should be sent without delay to: Ms. Tara Wake, Search Committee for the Gilbert Professor of Israel Studies, International Institute, 11230 Bunche Hall, UCLA, Los Angeles, CA 90095. Further information may be obtained from any member of the Search Committee, which is composed of: Professor Joel Aberbach, School of Public Affairs and Political Science; Professor Norman Abrams, UCLA Law School; Professor Leonard Binder, Committee Chair, Political Science, Near East Studies; Professor Nicholas Entrikin, Geography; Professor Saul Friedlander, History; Professor Claudia Rapp, History; Professor John Riley, Economics. For further information regarding Israel Studies at UCLA, the International Institute, and the Gilbert Chair, please visit the International Institute website at http://www.International.ucla.edu/israel/ An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. UCLA has a strong commitment to the achievement of excellence and diversity among its faculty and staff. ____________________________________ August 2006 CLAREMONT MCKENNA COLLEGE, Claremont, CA AF Any Field D0 Applied Microeconomics E0 Applied Macroeconomics The Department of Economics invites applications for at least one tenure track position. We seek excellent teachers with established research programs. Candidates must have successfully completed their final Ph.D. defense by June 30, 2007. These positions offer competitive compensation packages and teaching responsibilities that will enable the incumbents to maintain high impact research programs. Claremont McKenna College (CMC) is a selective residential liberal arts college that specializes in Economics and Government and is located about 35 miles east of Los Angeles. The Department (http://econ.cmc.edu/) has 20 faculty members and approximately 400 undergraduate majors. Claremont McKenna College is part of the Claremont consortium of seven colleges; Claremont Graduate University (which includes the Peter F. Drucker Graduate School of Management), Harvey Mudd College, the Keck Graduate Institute of Applied Life Sciences, Pitzer College, Pomona College and Scripps College. To assure full consideration, please submit cover letter, C.V., course evaluations, three reference letters and copies of at least two publications and/or working papers. Applications will be considered until the position is filled. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Chair, Economics Search Committee, Dept. of Economics, Claremont McKenna College, 500 E. Ninth St., Claremont, CA 91711-6400. ____________________________________ August 2006 COLLEGE OF WILLIAM & MARY, Williamsburg, VA F0 International Economics Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position in International Economics in the Department of Economics starting August 2007. This position is at the assistant professor level and is subject to final budget approval. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in hand or completed by the time of appointment. The teaching assignment is 4 one-semester courses per year. The ideal candidate will have an interest in participating in the college's multi-disciplinary international relations program. The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to excellent teaching as well as a potential for high-quality scholarship and publication. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Applicants should visit www.wm.edu/economics/search to begin the online application process. Review of applications will begin on December 1. E0 Macroeconomics N1 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics. Growth & Fluctuations Applications are invited for a tenure-track faculty position in Macroeconomics in the Department of Economics starting August 2007. This position is at the assistant professor level and is subject to final budgetary approval. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in hand or completed by time of appointment. The teaching load is 4 one-semester courses per year. The successful candidate must demonstrate a commitment to excellent teaching at the undergraduate level as well as a potential for high-quality scholarship and publications. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Applicants should visit www.wm.edu/economics/search to begin the online application process. Review of applications will begin on December 1. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Athens, GA D1 Consumer Economics Assistant Professor of Consumer Economics. Two positions. Twelve-month, academic appointment, tenure-track position in the Department of Housing and Consumer Economics; January 2, 2007 (or as negotiated). Ph.D. in Consumer Economics or closely related discipline. Salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. Teach courses in a new undergraduate program on the University of Georgia-Griffin campus. Develop a nationally recognized research program and secure funding. Advise undergraduate and graduate students. Participate in departmental and collegiate governance and professional organizations. Send paper and electronic copy of letter of application, vita, university transcripts for graduate study, and three letters of reference to: Dr. Joe Sabia, Search Committee Chair, jsabia@fcs.uga.edu, Department of Housing and Consumer Economics, University of Georgia, Athens, GA 30602-2622. Screening of applications begins September 29, 2006. Applications received by that date are assured consideration. More specific information about this position and the department are available from the website: www.fcs.uga.edu. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 HARVARD SCHOOL OF PUBLIC HEALTH, Boston, MA I1 Health Economics The Department of Health Policy and Management at the Harvard School of Public Health seeks candidates for the position of tenured professor of health economics. The successful candidate will lead a research program in the economics of health policy and in other closely related areas relevant to his or her methodologic training. S/he will teach and advise students in the school's master's degree program and in the university-wide PhD program in health policy. Candidates are expected to have a distinguished record of research and graduate education in the areas of health economics and the economics of health policy. Candidates should hold a doctoral degree in economics or a closely related field and should demonstrate the capacity to work collaboratively with other scholars and with interdisciplinary groups. Individuals with doctoral-level training in health economics, strong econometric skills, and actual policy experience are particularly encouraged to apply. Please send a letter of application, including a statement of current and future research interests, a curriculum vitae, and sample publications to the following address. It would be helpful if you would also provide the names of senior scholars likely to be most knowledgeable about your field and about your work in particular. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Chair, Search Committee for Professor of Health Economics, c/o Elizabeth Jones, Office for Academic Affairs, Harvard School of Public Health, 677 Huntington Avenue, Room 1010, Boston, MA 02115. ____________________________________ August 2006 HARVARD UNIVERSITY, Cambridge, MA Z0 Geospatial Analysis Preceptor in Geospatial Analysis--Responsibilities: Design and teach introductory undergraduate and graduate courses in geospatial analysis, including geographic information systems (GIS), global positioning systems (GPS), remote sensing and related geospatial science and technology, primarily for students in the social sciences and environmental sciences. In addition, work in collaboration with faculty and the Center for Geographic Analysis to develop GIS tools and geographic data for various courses in the social sciences, environmental sciences, and humanities. Start date is September 1, 2006. The position is renewable on a yearly basis up to eight years, based on performance, enrollments, and curricular needs. Qualifications: Knowledge of geospatial science and technology; familiarity with current major GIS, GPS and remote sensing software packages; proficient in at least one product suite in each category; experience in the customization and implementation of geospatial technology in at least one, preferably two or more disciplines; experience in course material development and classroom instruction; spatial modeling and spatial statistics expertise highly desirable. MA or Ph.D. in geography or other relevant fields. Application deadline: Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2006, continuing until the position is filled. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Send letter of application, CV, and two letters of recommendation to GIS Preceptor Search, Center for Geographic Analysis, Harvard University, 1737 Cambridge Street, Cambridge MA 02138. C4 Survey Research Harvard University invites applications for the position of Preceptor in Survey Research beginning September 1, 2006. The preceptor is expected to develop and teach courses in survey research, including Introduction to Survey Research and Survey Practicum (undergraduate and graduate level). Will work in collaboration with faculty to build infrastructure and support other survey research courses in the Government Department with the creation of resources for questionnaire design, sampling and analysis and the development, integration, and maintenance of innovative survey training materials. This position also entails significant administrative and management responsibilities such as designing and participating in pedagogical mentoring, advising on issues of survey design and implementation, and coordinating resources in survey research. Applicants must have a strong background and experience in survey research, preferably including a Ph.D. in a relevant field, as well as sophistication about undergraduate teaching, learning, and curricular issues generally. Responsibility, initiative, good judgment, and the ability to work well on a team are required. Letters of application (accompanied by CV and names and addresses of referees) should be sent to Survey Research Preceptor Search, Department of Government, Harvard University, 1737 Cambridge Street, Cambridge MA 02138. Review of applications will begin on July 15, 2006 and will continue until position is filled. The position is renewable on a yearly basis for up to eight years, based on performance, enrollments, and curricular needs. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 INDIANA UNIVERSITY, Bloomington, IN ZZ Director of Economic Analysis R0 Regional Economics The Director of Economic Analysis for the Indiana Business Research Center in Indiana University's Kelley School of Business is a new position for a senior regional economic analyst to plan and conduct economic, workforce and demographic research to provide insight into the economies of Indiana. Duties and responsibilities include directing, planning and conducting research projects on topics such as demographic and labor market trends, economic benchmarking, economic impact studies, etc. The Director of Economic Analysis will manage other research staff as well as multiple projects concurrently, prioritizing tasks and ensuring successful completion, and will present conclusions and implications of analyses clearly in written and oral formats. Qualifications: Graduate degree in economics, business, public policy, geography or a related field and five years of relevant work experience. Excellent statistical skills and ability to extract useful insights from complex data. Solid knowledge of economic theory, regional economics, and workforce and economic development practice. Substantial experience with economic input-output modeling and forecasting. Skill in defining research requirements and managing multiple projects, and strong potential to manage team work flows. Excellent written and oral communications skills. Apply online at https://webdb.iu.edu/humanresources/secure/app-new/pabrowse.cfm. For more information, see www.ibrc.indiana.edu/positions. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS, Lawrence, KS C0 Econometrics The Department of Economics is seeking to fill the Oswald Distinguished Professor in Econometrics. We are searching for a person with expertise in the field of Econometrics as evidenced by a record of published contributions to the Econometrics literature; a record of excellence in teaching at the college or university level; significant scholarly research with publications in top economics journals; a proven record of interest and concern with the growth and success of the institutions, colleagues, and students with which the candidate has worked; a demonstrated ability and interest to work with others in the Economics Department and in other departments and to participate in University affairs generally; and eligibility for appointment with tenure at the Distinguished Professor level. See the Faculty Senate Handbook on the following KU web site for DP criteria: http://www.ku.edu/~unigov/fachand1998.html. The successful candidate should be eligible to work in the U.S. prior to the starting date of the position. Candidates who will contribute to the climate of diversity in the College, including a diversity of scholarly approaches, are especially encouraged to apply. The starting date is August 18, 2007. Applicants should submit their vitae, a broad sample of important publications and current research, evidence of teaching experience and ability, and the names of at least 4 references to John Keating, Department of Economics, 213 Summerfield Hall, University of Kansas, Lawrence, KS 66045. (Telephone: 785-864-2837; Fax; 785-864-5270; e-mail jkeating@ku.edu). Review of applications begins on December 1, 2006 and will continue until the position is filled. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO, Chicago, IL Z0 Applied Ethics G3 Corporate Governance A nationally recognized scholar is sought to fill Loyola University Chicago's endowed Frank Considine Chair in Applied Ethics and to lead research activities in the application of corporate ethics to the areas of reputation, enterprise risk management, corporate governance and accountability. The candidate must have a strong record of research and scholarly publication in the primary areas of finance, economics or econometrics, a demonstrated interest and involvement in the broad areas of governance, corporate integrity, and risk management, and a Ph.D. degree, an equivalent academic degree or work experience. The School of Business Administration at Loyola University Chicago is housing the Considine Chair in Applied Ethics in a recently created Center for Integrated Risk Management and Corporate Governance. The Center's primary mission is to strengthen the knowledge and advance the application of enterprise-wide risk management to better identify, monitor and manage all risk exposures, including ethical, financial, operational, legal, regulatory, reputational, and political, that threaten the achievement of an organization's objectives. The chair holder is expected to play a leadership role in advancing the activities of the new Center including engaging faculty and practitioners in quality research across disciplines that relate to governance, corporate integrity, and risk management at the enterprise level. The Center strongly believes that over the longer-run, good ethics and socially responsible conduct enhances reputation and profitability while improving communities. As a result, the Center encourages organizations worldwide to enhance their governance structure to provide improved guidance and oversight. Loyola University Chicago, Chicago's Jesuit Catholic University, is committed to preparing people to lead extraordinary lives. Founded in 1870, it has grown to be one of the largest of the 28 Jesuit colleges and universities in the United States with a total enrollment of approximately 14,800 students, including 8,500 undergraduates, coming from all 50 states, as well as 82 foreign countries. Approximately 40 percent of undergraduates come from outside Illinois. The University has over 120,000 alumni with 80,000 living in the greater Chicago area. The School of Business Administration offers both undergraduate and master-level graduate degrees. It has some 1,400 undergraduate and 800 graduate students, and 65 full-time faculty supported by a limited number of clinical faculty. The MBA program is rated among the top 20 part-time programs by U.S. News and World Reports. The School is located in the heart of Chicago's Gold Coast, just west of Michigan Avenue and the Water Tower, and one mile north of the Loop. Its location provides the School with close connections with the Chicago financial and business communities. The School also operates academic and executive programs in Rome, Thailand, Greece, and China, among other campuses. The School invites candidates and nominations for this position. The Chair will be filled at the full professor rank and includes research, travel, and secretarial support. Salary is competitive. Depending on the candidate's availability, the appointment can begin on either January 1 or July 1, 2007. Candidates should send a cover application letter, a complete academic vita, and supporting materials to: Professor George Kaufman, Chair, Considine Chair Search Committee, c/o Ms. Victoria Valentine, School of Business Administration, Loyola University Chicago, 1 E. Pearson St., Chicago, IL 60611. Inquiries and nominations should also be directed to Professor Kaufman at gkaufma@luc.edu or 312-915-7075. Applications will be reviewed starting October 15, 2006 and the position will remain open until filled. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 MACALESTER COLLEGE, St. Paul, MN O0 Economic Development, Technological Change & Growth The Department of Economics invites applications for a full-time tenure track position at the Assistant Professor level to begin the 2007-08 academic year. We seek candidates with strong teaching and research interests in Development Economics. Successful candidates will teach five courses each year. Ph..D. required or expected by August 2007. Send letter of application, CV, three letters of reference, examples of recent professional work, and a statement describing research and teaching interests. For fullest consideration application materials must arrive by November 15th . Macalester College is a selective, private liberal arts college in the Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area. The College enrolls over 1800 students from 50 states and almost 80 countries. Macalester prides itself on providing support for excellence in teaching and in faculty scholarship. We are especially interested in candidates dedicated to excellence in both teaching and research in a liberal arts setting, committed to working with students of diverse backgrounds. Successful candidates will be expected to pursue rich research programs as well as to help sustain, as appropriate, the College's emphases on multiculturalism, internationalism, and service. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Professor Gary Krueger, Chair Department of Economics, Macalester College, 1600 Grand Ave. St. Paul, MN 55105 e-mail: krueger@macaelster.edu ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF MARYLAND, College Park, MD H0 Public Finance The University of Maryland School of Public Policy is seeking an individual to join its educational and research programs in Public Sector Finance or Public Management. We welcome candidates who have recently received a Ph.D. (or expect to earn the degree before the start of the 2007-2008 academic year) or who are already faculty members. The appointment will be at the rank of assistant professor (tenure track) or associate professor. Candidates should have a record (or prospect, in the case of junior applicants) of relevant scholarship and effective teaching. In assessing candidates, experience or research in making and implementing public policy will be highly valued. The University of Maryland School of Public Policy is a graduate school of public policy and management led by a faculty of scholars and scholar-practitioners. The School offers a Master of Public Policy degree primarily for pre-career students and a Master of Public Management for mid-career students. There is also a Ph.D. program for advanced students. The School offers executive degree programs for mid- career professionals in federal, state, local and international agencies. Applications should be sent to Allen Schick, Chair, Finance or Management Search Committee, c/o Mary Chevalier, 2101 Van Munching Hall, School of Public Policy, University of Maryland, College Park, MD 20742-1821. Application materials should include a letter of interest describing your qualifications, curriculum vitae, a recent publication, and contact information for three references. For best consideration, applications should be received by November 15, 2006. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 MICHIGAN STATE UNIVERSITY, East Lansing, MI O1 Development I1 Health Economics A1 General Economics Subject to approval by the Office of the Provost, the Economics Department anticipates two or more tenured or tenure track openings for new faculty with strong records in research and teaching. Rank is open, dependent on qualifications. Appointments will be made on an academic year basis. Health and Development are high priority areas, but outstanding candidates in all fields are encouraged to apply. Junior applications should be accompanied by curriculum vita, at least one research paper, and at least three reference letters. Senior applications should be accompanied by curriculum vita, examples of published research, and names of at least three references. All candidates must have a demonstrated ability to do high quality research and a commitment to excellent teaching. The Health applicant is expected to be involved with the Health, Institutions, and Policy Initiative (HIPI), a new research initiative at MSU aimed at increasing grant-funded research related to health. The search will continue until the positions are filled. For most favorable consideration, applications should be received by October 6, 2006. For the Health Position contact: Chair, Health Recruiting Committee, Department of Economics, 110 Marshall-Adams Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1138. For the Development Position contact: Chair, Development Recruiting Committee, Department of Economics, 110 Marshall-Adams Hall, Michigan State University, East Lansing, MI 48824-1138. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. Q1 Food Industry Management The Department of Agricultural Economics at Michigan State University is seeking an assistant professor to develop an outstanding research and teaching program in food retailing, wholesaling, manufacturing, consumer marketing, or a related area. This position will normally involve teaching 2-3 courses per year and over time will provide leadership in the Department's Food Industry Management Program. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program focusing on economic, management or marketing issues related to the food industry. Successful applicants would be expected to publish research results in professional journals and develop a strong record of student learning and achievement. This tenure-system assistant professor position has a 9 month salary basis. The assignment is 50% research and 50% teaching. Candidates are expected to have a Doctoral degree in Agricultural Economics, Economics, or relevant Business related fields. Excellent teaching, research, and communication skills are required. The ability to work collaboratively and knowledge of food industries is desirable. Applications are due August 15, 2006 or until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Send a letter of application (including personal statement or statement of interest), transcripts, vita, and contact information for three references. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Send applications electronically to Professor Steven D. Hanson, Department Chairperson, (e-mail ageconsearch@anr.msu.edu); Phone: 517.355.4567; Fax: 517.432.1800. For more details, see http://aec.msu.edu/agecon/FIMPositionDescription.pdf Q1 Global Agrifood Systems Development Michigan State University seeks an associate or full professor to conduct a nationally and internationally recognized scholarly research program related to global agrifood industry development. The successful candidate for this tenure system position will also be expected to provide leadership in coordinating a broader program in Global Agrifood Systems Development, described on the website at the bottom of this announcement. Initially, the program leader position will also provide leadership to the Partnerships for Food Industry Development -- Fruits and Vegetables (PFID-F&V), a USAID-funded project at MSU (http://www.pfid.msu.edu/). In the longer term, the position may include some teaching responsibilities. This tenure system associate professor or professor position has an academic year salary basis. The assignment is 100% research. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in agricultural economics, economics, business, sociology, or other relevant field. The successful candidate will be located in an appropriate department(s). Applicants should have: (1) experience in market-driven international development; (2) a strong and internationally recognized record of scholarly accomplishment; (3) a demonstrated ability to provide leadership to international, cross-cultural, interdisciplinary programs; (4) the ability to work in an entrepreneurial as well as an academic environment; (5) strong verbal and written communication skills. Also desirable: experience in a Land Grant university environment, knowledge and experience with USAID or equivalent program management and implementation, and language proficiency in French, Spanish and/or other languages. Applications are due August 15, 2006 or until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Send a letter of application (including personal statement or statement of interest), vita, and contact information for three references. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Send application material electronically to Professor Steven D. Hanson, Chairperson, Department of Agricultural Economics (e-mail: aec@msu.edu; phone: 517.355.4567; Fax 517.432.1800). For more details, see http://www.aec.msu.edu/GlobalAgriFoodSystemsAECWeb.pdf. F0 Globalization O1 Development Economics The Department of Agricultural Economics at Michigan State University seeks an assistant professor to develop an outstanding research and teaching program in the area of globalization and economic development. This tenure system position will normally involve teaching two courses in development economics, one at the undergraduate level and one at the graduate level. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a nationally and internationally recognized research program and journal article publication record in economic development, with emphasis on the broad changes in food systems related policies, technologies, and institutions occurring in the rapidly changing world and national economies under globalization. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to a new initiative in Global Agrifood Systems Development as well as to develop a new program of field research and/or to interact with current international research programs. This tenure-system assistant professor position has a 9 month salary basis. The assignment is 70% research and 30% teaching. A joint appointment with a partner department is possible. Candidates are expected to have a Ph.D. in agricultural economics or economics, and should have strong theoretical, quantitative, and communication skills. Research experience in developing regions and foreign language skills are desirable. Applications are due September 1, 2006 or until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Send a letter of application (including personal statement or statement of interest), transcripts, vita, and contact information for three references. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Send applications electronically to Professor Steven D. Hanson, Department Chairperson, (e-mail aec@msu.edu); Phone: 517.355.4567; Fax: 517.432.1800. For more details, see http://www.aec.msu.edu/InternationalDevelopmentEconomistAECWebsite.pdf. ____________________________________ August 2006 MICHIGAN TECHNOLOGICAL UNIVERSITY, Houghton, MI C0 Econometrics & Quantitative Methods E0 Macroeconomics Q0 Environmental & Natural Resource Economics The School of Business & Economics at Michigan Technological University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Economics starting Fall 2007. Research and teaching interests in Environmental/Natural Resource Economics, Econometrics/Quantitative Methods or Macroeconomics are preferred. This position requires a Ph.D. in Economics. The successful candidate will be expected to develop a vigorous, nationally visible research program as well as contribute effectively to both undergraduate and graduate instruction. The School of Business & Economics (www.sbe.mtu.edu) is AACSB accredited, offers bachelors and masters degrees in economics and business, and is a growing, research-oriented school that encourages discovery-based learning and linkages between economic development and technology. The School offers competitive salaries, attractive benefits, a reduced teaching load and summer start-up funding. Interested candidates should send a letter of application, resume, evidence of scholarly activity, evidence of teaching effectiveness, and three references to Dr. Christa Walck, Dean, School of Business & Economics at sbe-search@mtu.edu. Michigan Tech (www.mtu.edu) is a nationally recognized research university located in Houghton, Michigan (http://hunts-upguide.com/), a friendly, safe, and affordable living environment with excellent opportunities for year-round outdoor recreation. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF MINNESOTA - TWIN CITIES, Minneapolis, MN AF Any Field The Economics Department in the College of Liberal Arts announces one or more openings for a full-time, nine-month tenure-track appointment to begin Fall Semester, 2007 (August 27, 2007). Fields of specialization are open. Appointees will be expected to undertake and carry out publishable research in economics, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in theoretical and/or applied economics, and contribute service to the department and college. The department's primary concern is the promise of the individuals to develop an active program of significant research and to become effective teachers at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate programs, including frontier research at the level appropriate to a leading graduate program. Ph.D. or foreign equivalent in Economics or related field is required. If Ph.D. is completed by August 15, 2007, appointment will be as assistant professor. ABD status required for appointment at the tenure-track instructor level. Instructor rank anticipates completion of the Ph.D. during the first year of appointment. Salary competitive. Applications received by January 12, 2007 will be given highest priority. The position is open until filled. Applicants must send a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, a sample of research, and arrange to have three letters of evaluation sent to: Professor Thomas Holmes, c/o Paul Drapiewski, Department of Economics, 1035 Heller Bldg., University of Minnesota, 271 19th Avenue South. Minneapolis, MN 55455. An equal opportunity employer. AF Any Field The Economics Department in the College of Liberal Arts announces one or more openings for a full-time, nine-month tenured appointment to begin Fall Semester, 2007 (August 27, 2007). While fields are open, all candidates are expected to have the Ph.D. degree or foreign equivalent in Economics or related field, a record of publication consistent with expectations for a department with a leading graduate program and at least three years of post-Ph.D. experience. The department's primary concern is the ability of the individual to sustain an active program of significant research and to function as an effective teacher at all levels of the undergraduate and graduate programs, including frontier research at the level appropriate to a leading graduate program. Appointee will be expected to maintain an active research program, to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in theoretical and/or applied economics, and to contribute service to the department and college. Salary competitive. Appointment will be at the rank of associate professor or professor depending upon qualifications and experience, and consistent with existing collegiate and University policy. Applicants may be asked to provide evidence of teaching effectiveness such as a brief narrative account of teaching experience, course materials, student or peer evaluations or summary thereof. Applications received by January 19, 2007 will be given highest priority. The positions will remain open until filled. Applicants must send a curriculum vitae, a sample of research, and the names of three references along with a cover letter to: Narayana Kocherlakota/Paul Drapiewski. Senior Faculty Search Committee, Department of Economics, 1035 Heller Hall, University of Minnesota, 271 19th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55455. An equal opportunity employer. O1 Human Resources J5 Industrial Relations The Department of Human Resources and Industrial Relations in the Carlson School of Management at the University of Minnesota is seeking to recruit up to two extraordinary researchers and scholars to conduct research and teach in the broad area of human resources and industrial relations. Appointments will begin Fall 2007 and will be in the rank of assistant professor, or associate professor, depending upon qualifications and experience, and consistent with collegiate and university policy. The Department of Human Resources and Industrial Relations incorporates a broad spectrum of scholarship with faculty experts in the areas of compensation and benefits; selection; training and development; organizational behavior; organizational theory; labor relations; and labor economics. We invite applicants with expertise in one or more of the above areas, particularly those with interests in compensation, selection, organizational development, industrial/labor relations, strategic human resource management, and international human resource management. An appreciation for the multidisciplinary and applied nature of the full range of the human resource and industrial relations field is required. A strong scholarly research record appropriate to career stage is required, evidenced by publications in leading journals in the field. Successful candidates must also demonstrate a record of excellence in teaching. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in human resources, industrial relations, industrial/organizational psychology, economics, management, sociology or a related field and have an exemplary research record commensurate with experience. Successful applicants will be expected to carry on an active research program, advise and mentor doctoral students, and contribute to the professional education of masters students. Teaching responsibilities may consist of undergraduate, masters, doctoral, executive, and international teaching. Successful applicants will be expected to contribute to the service needs of a vibrant department, college and university, including interacting with the professional business and human resources and industrial relations communities. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter describing their current research plans and teaching interests, as well as representative publications and evidence of teaching effectiveness. Applicants for Associate Professor should include the names and contact information for at least three references; applicants for Assistant Professor should include three letters of recommendation. All documentation should be submitted to: Robert Glunz, Industrial Relations Center, Carlson School of Management, 321 — 19th Avenue South, Suite 3 — 300, Minneapolis, MN 55455. Review of applications will begin on October 30, 2006 and will continue until the positions are filled. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF MONTANA, Missoula, MT AF Any Field I1 Health The Bureau of Business and Economic Research is searching for a Senior Research Professor and Associate Director. This position is an Administrator/Academic with Rank at the Associate or Professor level in the School of Business Administration. This position will direct a high-visibility research program concerning the health care industry; make numerous public presentations; and may teach in the School of Business Administration. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in Economics or related fields, a demonstrated capacity to conduct peer-reviewed research and make non-technical public presentations. Successful grant writing and research development and excellence in teaching are a plus. Review of applications will begin October 16, 2006. The starting date is approximately January 1, 2007 and the position is open until filled. The salary is AUBER (Association of University Bureaus of Economic Research) competitive. A copy of the entire position announcement is available at http://www.umt.edu/hrs/FAC/DHCI11.05.htm and a description of the Bureau can be seen at www.bber.umt.edu. We are committed to developing our faculty to better reflect the gender and ethnic diversity of our student body and American society. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Search Committee, Bureau of Business and Economic Research, The University of Montana, Missoula, MT 59812. ____________________________________ August 2006 NORTH CAROLINA STATE UNIVERSITY, Raleigh, NC C0 Econometrics The Department of Economics at N.C. State University, Raleigh, N.C. invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track position in econometrics. Rank will be commensurate with the experience of the individual. Applicants should have three or more years of teaching experience beyond the acquisition of their Ph.D. Responsibilities include: effective teaching of doctoral-level courses in econometrics, high-quality scholarly research as reflected in publications, and supervision of Ph.D. dissertation research. Subject to budget contingencies, the appointment will begin August 2007. Senior candidates should have a track record including extensive publication in leading journals. Junior candidates should have a track record of publication and demonstrate potential for extensive publication in leading journals. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vita, samples of publications and work in progress, and three letters of reference by October 15. We anticipate filling the position before the 2007 meetings of the Allied Social Sciences Associations in Chicago, IL; however the position will remain open until filled. Applicants should apply online at http://www.ncsu.edu/jobs CONTACT: Professor Lee A. Craig, Chair — Search Committee, Department of Economics, Campus Box 8110, North Carolina State University, Raleigh, NC 27695-8110. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. In addition, NC State University welcomes all persons without regard to sexual orientation. ADA Accommodations: Professor Craig (919.513.2870; leecraig@ncsu.edu). Q1 Applied Agricultural Economics The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) seeks tenure-track (nine-month) extension (80%) and research (20%) candidates who discover and disseminate information about the economics of agriculture, including but not limited to technological innovations in agricultural production and processing systems, emerging alternative energy, agribusiness, biotechnology, conservation and land use, and/or food safety. Opportunities exist for participation in a significant priority of the college and university in synthesizing biotechnology and agricultural production processes, the industrial applications of biotechnology and the implications for organization of agricultural and related industries. The person filling this position will be expected to work closely with other faculty and graduate students in related and complementary extension and research programs. Apply online only at: http://jobs.ncsu.edu, referring to vacancy No. 01-01-0604. Applicants will complete a brief profile online and electronically attach: a cover letter indicating interest in the position and a current resume/vita. Candidates should also have hard copies of 1) three letters of reference; 2) transcripts of all university credits; 3) and samples of published materials sent directly to the Chair, Faculty Search Committee; NCSU Box 8109; Raleigh, NC 27695-8109. Complete position description available at http://www.ag-econ.ncsu.edu. Start date: August 16, 2007. Application review begins October 3, 2006. For ADA accommodations, contact Jon Brandt at JonBrandt@ncsu.edu. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. Q1 Resource/Environmental Economics The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) seeks tenure-track (nine-month) research (50%) and teaching (50%) candidates in Resource/Environmental Economics at Senior Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level that focus on interaction between natural systems and their role in agricultural production analyses and the role of environmental resources as sources of amenities contributing to recreation and other uses. Strengths in modeling and empirical applications required. Teaching (two to three courses per year) and advising is in the jointly-sponsored (ARE and Economics) graduate and the ARE undergraduate programs. Apply online only at: http://jobs.ncsu.edu, referring to vacancy 01-01-0602. Applicants will complete a brief profile online and electronically attach: a cover letter indicating interest in the position and a current resume/vita. Candidates should also have hard copies of 1) three letters of reference; 2) transcripts of all university credits; 3) and samples of published materials sent directly to: Chair, Faculty Search Committee; NCSU Box 8109; Raleigh, NC 27695-8109. Complete position description available at http://www.ag-econ.ncsu.edu. Start date: August 16, 2007. Application review begins October 3, 2006. For ADA accommodations, contact Jon Brandt at JonBrandt@ncsu.edu. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. Q1 Agricultural Economics D0 Microeconomics The Department of Agricultural and Resource Economics (ARE) seeks tenure-track (nine-month) research (50%) and teaching (50%) candidates in Agricultural Economics at the Senior Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level that focuses on areas such as production, technical change, supply, and firm decision making, building on demonstrated research in economic modeling and empirical applications. Teaching (two to three courses per year) and advising responsibilities will be in the jointly-sponsored (ARE and Economics) graduate and the ARE undergraduate programs. Apply online only at: http://jobs.ncsu.edu, referring to vacancy number 01-01-0603. Applicants will complete a brief profile online and electronically attach: a cover letter indicating interest in the position and a current vita. Candidates are also to have hard copy materials of 1) three letters of reference; 2) transcripts of all university credits; 3) and samples of published materials sent directly to the Chair, Faculty Search Committee; NCSU Box 8109; Raleigh, NC 27695-8109. Complete position description is available at http://www.ag-econ.ncsu.edu. Start date is August 16, 2007. Application review begins October 3, 2006. For ADA accommodations, contact Jon Brandt at JonBrandt@ncsu.edu. An equal opportunity- affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF NORTH FLORIDA, Jacksonville, FL F1 International Trade L0 Industrial Organization F4 Open Economy Macroeconomics H1 Public Choice B0 History of Thought The Department of Economics and Geography invites applications for two budget-approved, tenure-track assistant professor positions, available in August, 2007. Candidates must complete all Ph. D. requirements before joining the faculty. Expectations include excellence in teaching and the development of a high-quality research program. For position 312420 international trade with industrial organization is preferred. For position 333940 open economy macroeconomics with public choice and/or history of thought are preferred. Initial contacts will be scheduled at the AEA meeting in Chicago. Interested applicants must complete the one page online application at http://www.unfjobs.org and submit all required documentation. Applicants should submit: a letter of interest clearly stating Ph.D. specializations, vitae, transcripts, 3 letters of recommendation, and teaching evaluations. Send transcripts and letters of recommendation by mail. Applications must be postmarked by November 15, 2006. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Dr. Earle Traynham for position 312420 or Dr. Harriet Stranahan for position 333940, Chair, Economics Search Committee, University of North Florida, 4567 St. Johns Bluff Road South, Jacksonville, FL 32224-2675 (E-mail: traynham@unf.edu or hstranah@unf.edu; Telephone: (904) 620-2640). ____________________________________ August 2006 OHIO STATE UNIVERSITY, Columbus, OH ZZ Director, John Glenn School of Public Affairs The Ohio State University seeks an experienced and dynamic academic leader for the newly established John Glenn School of Public Affairs. Approved by the University's Board of Trustees in April 2006, the School combines the academic strength of the School of Public Policy and Management with the policy outreach, scholarship, and service excellence of the John Glenn Institute for Public Service and Public Policy. In its 36-year history, the School of Public Policy and Management's graduate programs have produced over 2,000 alumni who now occupy key policy and academic positions throughout the world. Now in its seventh year, the John Glenn Institute has established strong programs that enhance citizenship through public management and civic engagement. The John Glenn School offers M.A., MPA, and Ph.D. degrees in public policy, 36 distinct programs of outreach and service, and reports directly to the university's provost. Senator John Glenn is an active participant in the School and chairs its advisory board. The School is located in a state-of-the-art building in the heart of the university's Columbus campus. Further details on the School are available at www.glennschool.osu.edu. This position provides an individual with a unique opportunity to determine the future direction and development of the Glenn School. It is preferred that the candidate have the following: A record of academic or experiential excellence that is sufficient to qualify as a full professor within the School; a Ph.D., J.D., comparable terminal degree or equivalent experience; a distinguished record of leadership and experience relevant to the university's core missions — teaching, research and outreach; successful experience or demonstrated potential for resource development activities; and expertise in policy development or implementation at the international, national, state and/or local level. Applications will be reviewed beginning July 15, 2006, and will continue to be accepted until a director is hired. Nominations of qualified applicants are invited. Letters of application, including a full resume and names of three professional references, should be sent to director-jgspa@osu.edu or to the following address: Dr. Bobby B. Moser, Chair, Search Committee for the Director of the John Glenn School of Public Affairs, College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, 2120 Fyffe Road/100 Ag Admin, Columbus, OH 43210-1066. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. Q0 Agricultural & Natural Resource Economics Senior Faculty Position, Department of Agricultural, Environmental, and Development Economics--The Ohio State University is seeking to appoint a scholar of national and international reputation to its faculty. This appointment is expected to make important contributions to the department's quest for pre-eminence in research, teaching, and outreach. We are seeking an individual who can provide exemplary leadership in our research and teaching programs (undergraduate and graduate), while continuing the tradition of outreach to state, national, and global stakeholders. Areas of emphasis may include business, energy, agricultural and environmental economics broadly defined — our over-riding objective in this search will be to appoint an individual who enhances our outstanding faculty. The appointee will provide innovative intellectual leadership in the department, college, and university, and will be active in enhancing relationships with other departments and colleges at Ohio State and with stakeholders and relevant public agencies. Enthusiasm in pursuing collaborative and multidisciplinary projects is encouraged. We are seeking an individual committed to mentoring junior faculty and graduate students. We anticipate offering an academic year (9 month) appointment at the rank of Professor, with an attractive salary and benefits package. Appointment at the Associate Professor rank would be considered in the case of a highly productive emerging scholar. Applications will be accepted until September 30, 2006 or until the position is filled. Nominations of qualified individuals are encouraged. Send a statement of interest and qualifications, a current CV, and the names of three references to: Marvin T. Batte, Chair of Search Committee, Department of Agricultural, Environmental and Development Economics, The Ohio State University, 2120 Fyffe Road, Columbus, OH 43210-1067 (Phone: 614-292-6406; Fax: 614-292-0078; E-mail: batte.1@osu.edu; http://aede.osu.edu). An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, University Park, PA AF Any Field The Department of Economics seeks to fill several senior positions (tenured) over the next three years. We will consider highly qualified candidates in all fields of economics. Candidates must be engaged in important ongoing research, have a superior publication record, and have demonstrated effectiveness in teaching. Rank and salary are open and highly competitive. Review of materials will begin on August 15, 2006 and continue until position is filled. Send a curriculum vita. Penn State is committed to the diversity of its workforce. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Chair, Senior Recruiting Committee, 613 Kern Graduate Bldg., Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802 AF Any Field The Department of Economics seeks to fill several untenured, tenure-track junior positions over the next three years. We will consider highly qualified candidates in all fields of economics. Candidates must demonstrate the capacity for high-quality instruction and the potential for significant research. Materials must be received by November 15, 2006. Send a curriculum vita, three letters of recommendation, and a sample of research. Penn State is committed to the diversity of its workforce. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Chair, Junior Recruiting Committee, 613 Kern Graduate Bldg., Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF PENNSYLVANIA, Philadelphia, PA D0 Applied Microeconomics The Business and Public Policy Department of the Wharton School seeks to fill a tenure track faculty position starting July 2007. Consideration will be given to candidates of all ranks, from assistant to full professor. Candidates should have high-quality research publication records in applied microeconomics on problems of interest to the business school research community. Interested individuals should apply online via our secure website at http://bpub.wharton.upenn.edu/jobs/. Candidates will be required to submit a C.V., papers, and publications. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 SOUTHERN METHODIST UNIVERSITY, Dallas, TX AF Any Field The Department of Economics in Dedman College at Southern Methodist University expects to appoint up to three assistant and/or associate professors effective Fall 2007. For assistant professor positions, the Ph.D. is required by August 1, 2007 and candidates should show strong research potential and a clear commitment to excellence in teaching. For tenured positions, an excellent record in both research and teaching, in addition to the Ph.D., is required. To ensure full consideration, applications must be postmarked by November 30, 2006. The selection committee will continue to accept applications until the positions are filled and will notify applicants of its appointment decisions. Assistant professor candidates should send curriculum vitae, a sample of recent research, and three letters of recommendation. Associate professor candidates should send curriculum vitae and the names of three references. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Dr. Kamal Saggi, Chair, Dept. of Economics, Southern Methodist University, Dallas, TX 75275-0496. ____________________________________ August 2006 TEXAS A&M UNIVERSITY, College Station, TX ZZ Head, Department of Economics The Department of Economics seeks applications for the position of Department Head. Candidates for the Department Head position should have an outstanding research and teaching record meriting the rank of Professor, evidence of academic leadership and administrative abilities, and a genuine commitment to diversity. The successful candidate will implement a strategic hiring plan involving multiple senior positions. The review of applications and nominations will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For fullest consideration, please apply by September 15, 2006. We are deeply committed to diversity. TAMU responds to the needs of dual-career couples. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Chair of the Department Head Search Committee, Department of Economics, Texas A&M University, 4228 TAMU, College Station, TX 77843-4228. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF UTAH, Salt Lake City, UT Z0 Public Policy The College of Social and Behavioral Science (CSBS) at the University of Utah is launching an exciting new Institute of Public and international Affairs (IPIA) that will house numerous research, teaching, and outreach activities related to politics, public policy, governance, security, and international affairs. The University of Utah is seeking an accomplished senior scholar with expertise in public policy who would be tenured as an associate or full professor in one of the seven departments in CSBS and hold a senior appointment in IPIA. Departments in CSBS include anthropology, economics, family and consumer studies, geography, political science, psychology and sociology. The successful candidate will be expected to contribute to core public policy teaching, undertake research projects that will advance the IPIA's public policy emphasis, and assist leadership in building the IPIA's regional, national and international reputation during its early, formative years. Qualifications: We seek applications from individuals who conduct research related to policy analysis and/or policy decision-making on existing public policy strengths within the university. Preferred areas of research include, but are not limited to and are not listed in priority order: (1) economic and social well-being, (2) health, and (3) the environment. Researchers with an international perspective will be considered favorably. We encourage applications from individuals who are excited about working in a multi-disciplinary environment. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D., be familiar with current public policy issues, have effective interpersonal skills, and an established, nationally visible, extramurally funded research program. Applications should be received by October 16, 2006. The search committee may consider applications received after this time until the position is filled. This is a new position with an expected starting date of Approximately July 1, 2007. Inquiries should be made to the IPIA Public Policy Search Committee, c/o Jolaine Randall, 801-581-6493 or jrandall@cppa.utah.edu. Applications should include a letter of interest, CV, a sample of published work, and contact information for three references. Applications should be mailed to: Professor Robert Huefner, Chair, IPIA Public Policy Search Committee, c/o Jolaine Randall, University of Utah, 260 South Central Campus Dr., Rm 214, Salt Lake City, UT 84112. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 FLORIDA ATLANTIC UNIVERSITY, Boca Raton, FL F2 International Business O5 Turkish Economy The Kenan Evren Chair in Turkish Business Studies at Florida Atlantic University will be filled on a rotating basis by a distinguished individual knowledgeable about international business and the Turkish economy. The Chair will teach an international business or related course in part or in its entirety, contribute to graduate seminars in international business or economic issues, and conduct research of interest to Florida and Turkey. The Chair will be filled during the spring semester of the academic year, which runs from January through April. Holders of the Chair will spend a minimum of two months in residence. The stipend for the Chair will depend on the length of time in residence. Applications are being accepted for 2007, 2008 and 2009. Applicants should submit a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, synopsis of potential teaching and research interests (e.g. Mediterranean trade, Turkey and the European Union, US-Turkish international relations, etc.) and indicate availability during the spring semester. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Applications should be sent as Microsoft Word attachments to Prof. William B. Stronge, Chair, Kenan Evren Professor of Turkish Business Studies Search Committee, at strongew@fau.edu. Deadline is August 21th, 2006. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA, Griffin, GA I2 Analysis of Education I3 Measurement & Analysis of Poverty Z1 Social Capital The University of Georgia, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, Department of Agricultural and Applied Economics, Griffin Campus, Griffin, Georgia, has opening for a Postdoctoral Associate beginning August 1, 2006. This appointment is 100% research with emphasis on social capital, sustainable agriculture, or education and poverty. The candidate will work with a faculty member in developing a research program in the above areas. A major focus will be on the application of relevant econometric analyses, data assembly, and publication of results. This position is funded for a minimum of twelve (12) months. Qualifications: A Ph.D. (awarded and/or certification of all requirements completed) in Agricultural Economics, Economics, Business, Marketing, Rural Sociology, or related field. Salary is competitive and commensurate with training and experience. Closing Date: August 15, 2006 or until filled. Candidates should submit a letter of application, curriculum vita, course/grade transcript(s), and four (4) letters of recommendation. Copies of publications or papers presented at professional meeting are desirable, but not necessary. Please send application letter with accompanying materials. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Dr. Jeffrey L. Jordan, The University of Georgia, Department of Agricultural & Applied Economics, 1109 Experiment Street, Griffin, GA 30223-1797 (Email: jjordan@griffin.uga.edu). ____________________________________ August 2006 PENNSYLVANIA STATE UNIVERSITY, University Park, PA AF Any Field A2 Teaching of Economics The Department of Economics seeks to fill one or two non-tenure-track teaching position. We are particularly interested in applications from established principles instructors who have a record of excellence in teaching sections of more than 150 students. The length of the initial contract is contingent on the qualifications of the applicant, but will not exceed five years. Contracts are renewable by mutual consent. Review of materials will begin on September 1, 2006 and continue until position is filled. Send a curriculum vita and evidence of teaching excellence. Penn State is committed to the diversity of its workforce. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Chair, Lecturer Recruiting Committee, 613 Kern Graduate Bldg., The Pennsylvania State University, University Park, PA 16802. ____________________________________ August 2006 PRINCETON UNIVERSITY, Princeton, NJ O1 Development F0 International Postdoctoral Fellowship in International Development. Application deadline: October 3, 2006. The Princeton University Society of Fellows in the Liberal Arts and Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs invites applications for a three-year postdoctoral fellowship, 2007-2010, for recent Ph.D.s (from January 2004) in the social sciences, with particular focus on political, ethical and/or social dimensions of International Development. Teach half-time in the Woodrow Wilson School of Public and International Affairs and pursue research. Stipend: approximately $64,500. The fellowship aims to enhance the opportunities for interdisciplinary dialogue and teaching in the field of International Development. Relevant issues include, but are not limited to: advocacy; accountability of non-governmental organizations; gender equity; local governance; foreign development assistance; microfinance; the Millennium Development Goals; energy and development; urbanization and development. Political scientists, sociologists, and economists interested in a cross-disciplinary policy focus on international development are strongly encouraged to apply. For details, see website at www.princeton.edu/~sf. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 WASHINGTON COLLEGE, Chestertown, MD AF Any Field The Department of Economics at Washington College invites applications for a one-year teaching position for the 2006/2007 academic year pending availability of funding. The appointee will teach six courses over two semesters. All fields will be considered. Candidates must have a Ph.D. or they must have completed all requirements for a Ph.D. with a dissertation in progress. Washington College is within driving distance of Baltimore, Washington, D.C. and Wilmington. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Candidates should submit electronic versions of a letter of application, curriculum vitae, teaching evaluations, and names of three references to Ms. Cynthia Foster at cfoster2@washcoll.edu. ____________________________________ August 2006 WESTERN WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY, Bellingham, WA Q5 Environmental Economics; Market-Oriented Environmental Policy The College of Business and Economics is recruiting for the Wilder Chair, an endowed chair that focuses on economics, business and the environment. The position requires a part-time commitment over a two-year period, with a minimum of one academic quarter in residence. The individual appointed to the chair may be simultaneously affiliated with another institution. The specific duties of the Wilder Chair include the following: (1) Organize a research workshop on the topic of market-oriented reform of environmental policy. The workshop is to include invited faculty from other institutions as well as faculty from WWU. (2) Edit a publication of the papers presented at the workshop. (3) Teach one course in the area of environmental and resource economics or environmental management. (4) Provide a minimum of two public lectures. The starting and ending dates of the two-year appointment are subject to negotiation. The quarter in residence is also subject to negotiation; however it should occur no later than Spring Quarter of 2008. The position requires a Ph.D. and a distinguished record of scholarship. To apply, send a letter of application, curriculum vitae, and three letters of reference to: Dan Hagen, Wilder Chair Search Committee, Department of Economics, Western Washington University, Bellingham, WA 98225-9074; e-mail any inquiries or materials to the search secretary: Theresa.Gresley@wwu.edu. WWU is committed to enhancing the diversity of its employees. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. To request disability accommodation, contact the ADA Coordinator at (360) 650-3306 (V), or (360) 650-7606 (TTY). All new employees must provide proof of measles immunity before beginning work at WWU, and must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. ____________________________________ August 2006 AUSTRALIAN NATIONAL UNIVERSITY, Canberra, Australia AF Any Field Chair in Public Policy, Academic Level E1 (Professor); Standard Full Time. Base Salary: $117, 361 pa plus 17% super. (Please note that salary will move to $124,403 plus super from 16 November 2006). The Asia Pacific School of Economics and Government (APSEG), a leading policy school focused on Australia and the Asia Pacific region, seeks to make a professorial-level appointment in public policy (Reference: APSEG3424). The successful applicant will have a distinguished research and teaching profile as well as some academic leadership experience. The field is open as to disciplinary specialisation, though applications from scholars coming from political science, economics and political economy, public administration, public management or cross-disciplinary policy or management work are particularly encouraged. APSEG values research-led teaching and external engagement. Interest in Australian issues, including international and comparative approaches to these, would be an advantage. Selection Criteria: http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/jobs/ or from Paul Kupacz (T: 61 2 6125 6561; E: paul.kupacz@anu.edu.au). Enquiries: Professor Andrew MacIntyre (T: 61 2 61254765; E: Andrew.Macintyre@anu.edu.au). Closing Date:18 August 2006. Information for applicants: http://info.anu.edu.au/hr/Jobs/HowtoApply/index.asp. Job Application Cover sheet: http://info.anu.edu.au/policies/Forms/HumanResources/Recruitment/HR86.asp ____________________________________ August 2006 CHONNAM NATIONAL UNIVERSITY (CNU), Gwangju, Korea AF Any Field The Department of Economics invites applications for a full-time position at the lecturer level (less than 2-years teaching or working experience, 2-year base contract) or assistant professor level (more than 2-years teaching or working experience, 4-year base contract) starting from March 2007. All economics fields are possible, but candidates should have a Ph.D. in economics and be English native speaker. Teaching or working experience in the fields would be an advantage. The salary will be approximately 3-4 million Korean won ($3,000-$4,000) per month (for 12 months), depending on qualifications under the CNU employment regulations. Teaching duties will be 9-10 hours per week. Housing (furnished one bedroom on campus apartment) and private office with LAN connected computer will be provided. Applicants should send their CV and current research work, two letters of recommendation, proof of employment (if currently employed), and teaching evaluation (if available) by the end of 2006. A review of candidates will begin immediately until the position is filled. CONTACT: Prof. Sang-Ho Lee, Chair of Department of Economics, College of Business Administration, Chonnam National University, 300 Yong-bong dong, Bukgu, Gwangju 500-757, Korea. Any questions are welcome at sangho@chonnam.ac.kr. ____________________________________ August 2006 LA TROBE UNIVERSITY, Victoria, Australia G0 Finance Three full-time, continuing Level B/C positions in the School of Business for Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance. The research performance of economists at La Trobe University has recently been ranked 6th (in terms of total output and adjusted for size of department) in Australia and New Zealand and we wish to build on that success by making further appointments in the Finance area. Areas of finance of particular interest are theoretical finance (including asset pricing, portfolio theory or corporate finance) or in more applied areas of finance (banking, institutional finance, financial market microstructure or financial regulation). The three positions in Finance are based in the Department of Economics and Finance (in the School of Business and Faculty of Law and Management). The University reserves the right not to make an appointment or to make an appointment by invitation. Remuneration package for Level B is $74,136 to $88,037 per annum and for Level C is $90,814 to $104,716 per annum, which includes 17% employer superannuation. Confidential enquiries regarding specifics of the position may be directed to Professor Harry Clarke, Head of Department, (phone +613 9479 1732, email h.clarke@latrobe.edu.au). Position no: 50017607. Campus: Bundoora. Closing date: Close of Business, Friday, 25 August 2006. Applicants must obtain a position description and details of how to apply by visiting our website or Email: jobs@latrobe.edu.au or telephone (+613) 9479 1365, quoting appropriate position numbers. ____________________________________ August 2006 OTARU UNIVERSITY OF COMMERCE, Otaru, Japan E0 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics G0 Financial Economics The Department of Economics invites applications for a tenured position starting from April 1, 2007. Candidates should have a Ph.D. in economics by the time of appointment or an equivalent academic qualification. The successful candidates should have strong research and teaching interests in Monetary and Financial Economics, and should be able to teach and conduct research in Japanese and English. Application must be received by September 29, 2006. For an application and further information about the position, please visit http://www.otaru-uc.ac.jp/hsyomu1/koubo/kin-yu-ron.htm. For information about the university and the department, please visit http://www.otaru-uc.ac.jp/. CONTACT: Personnel Unit, Administration Bureau, Otaru University of Commerce, 3-5-21 Midori, Otaru, Hokkaido, 047-8501, Japan. E-mail: jinji@office.otaru-uc.ac.jp. ____________________________________ August 2006 QUEEN'S UNIVERSITY, Kingston, Ontario, Canada AF Any Field The Queen's University Department of Economics, a unit of the Faculty of Arts and Science, seeks applications for the David Chadwick Smith Chair in Economics. This endowed chair, which comes with tenure, is open to leading scholars in any field of Economics who have an outstanding record of excellence in research and teaching. The aim is to fill the position as of July 1, 2007, or as soon thereafter as possible. It is expected that the successful applicant will play a major role in the Department's distinguished graduate program. Queen's University is located in Kingston, Ontario. This historic city of some 120,000 people is situated at the intersection of Lake Ontario, the Rideau Canal, and the Saint Lawrence River, roughly equidistant from Toronto, Ottawa, and Montreal. Its numerous and high quality arts, entertainment, and culinary amenities belie its size. Applications, including curriculum vitae, should be sent to: Head, Department of Economics, Queen's University, Kingston ON, K7L 3N6. Review of applications will begin on September 15, 2006 and continue until the position is filled. Three letters of reference will be required for short-listed candidates. The University invites applications from all qualified individuals. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. The Academic staff at Queen's University are governed by a collective agreement between the Queen's University Faculty Association (QUFA) and the University, which is posted at www.qufa.ca ____________________________________ August 2006 RITSUMEIKAN UNIVERSITY, Shiga, Japan AF Any Field The Faculty of Economics, Ritsumeikan University, invites applications for a five-year position starting April.1, 2007, for a lecturer position teaching both introductory-level Economics in English and Academic Writing. Applicants should have a doctoral degree in Economics (Ph.D., Ph.D. candidates are accepted). Experience teaching English courses to non-native speakers is desirable. In addition to lectures, the lecturer will also be requested to join in work related to the university's entrance examinations as well as other education-related duties. Annual salary is 6,000,000 yen (before tax), plus other allowances based on the university's regulations. Applicants should send a CV (the prescribed form is available at http://www.ritsumei.ac.jp/eng/), copies of no more than three major publications (4 duplicates of each), certificate of a Ph.D. degree in Economics or a candidate for Ph.D. degree, a letter of recommendation by three persons, and an essay on educational aspirations (approx. 500 words in English). Application forms must arrive no later than Sep.22, 2006. CONTACT: Ms. Tamai (ec-adm@st.ritsumei.ac.jp) Office of the Faculty of Economics, Ritsumeikan University, 1-1-1 Nojihigashi, Kusatsu, Shiga 525-8577, Japan (Fax: +81-77-561-3957) ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF ST. GALLEN, St. Gallen, Switzerland E0 Macroeconomcs The University of St. Gallen, Switzerland - a leading University in Business Administration, Economics, Law and Social Science - seeks to appoint a Professor in Macroeconomics. The successful applicant shall have a strong publication record in macroeconomics. Furthermore, she/he should have an interest in economic policy. Willingness to teach at all levels (Bachelor, Master and PhD programs) is expected. To find out about our research focus, teaching programs in German and English and the possibility of teaching load reductions for very good publications, please visit the Economics Department's website at: www.vwa.unisg.ch. For further information about this position, please contact the dean of the department, Prof. Christian Keuschnigg (Christian.Keuschnigg@unisg.ch). Interested candidates should submit their application along with the usual supporting documents no later than September 15, 2006 to the President of the University of St. Gallen, Prof. Ernst Mohr, Dufourstrasse 50, CH-9000 St.Gallen, Switzerland. ____________________________________ August 2006 SHANGHAI UNIVERSITY OF FINANCE AND ECONOMICS, Shanghai, China AF Any Field The School of Public Economics and Administration, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics (SHUFE), invites applications for all ranks and any fields in economics and public administration. Fields can include but are not restricted to the following areas: applied economics, public finance, public administration, public policies (including health, education, environment, employment, social security, etc.), geography and natural resources, urban planning and regional studies, public and nonprofit management. The school has fiscal policy and public finance programs which are ranked at the top in the nation, and the school currently has an ambitious plan to build up some best programs in the country. Applicants for assistant professors should have a Ph.D. degree in relevant field and strong research potentials and teaching abilities. Candidates with excellent established research and teaching records are especially welcome to apply for senior positions. Annual compensation is RMB 180,000 - 550,000, based on qualification. Candidates should submit a CV, transcript, representative research papers, and three recommendation letters. Positions remain open until filled. Recruiting Committee, School of Public Economics and Administration, Shanghai University of Finance and Economics, Shanghai, China, 200433. Tel: 86 21 6290 3686. To expedite your application, please email your application package to: jobpa@mail.shufe.edu.cn. ____________________________________ August 2006 SIMON FRASER UNIVERSITY, Burnaby, BC, Canada AF Any Field The Department of Economics at Simon Fraser University seeks to fill two tenure track positions at the assistant professor level, effective September 1, 2007, subject to budgetary authorization and approval by the Board of Governors. Strong candidates in every field will be given serious consideration. Excellence in research and teaching are the primary criteria for these positions. Applicants will be expected to teach at both the graduate and undergraduate levels. Candidates should have a Ph.D. completed or near completion. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply. However, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Send a letter of application, with an indication of Canadian citizenship or permanent residence if appropriate, and curriculum vita by November 17, 2006. Applicants should arrange for three letters of reference to be sent directly to the same address. CONTACT: Nicolas Schmitt, Associate Chair, Department of Economoics, Simon Fraser University, 8888 University Drive, Burnaby, British Columbia, Canada V5A 1S6. Email inquiries should be directed to econjob@sfu.ca. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF VICTORIA, Victoria, BC, Canada M1 Entrepreneurship; Service Operations Management L1 Strategy The Faculty of Business invites applications for four full-time tenure track positions in Entrepreneurship (2), Service Operations Management (1) and Sustainability/Business & Society (1). The Faculty of Business is seeking to fill an endowed Chair in Entrepreneurship with a Full Professor or senior Associate Professor who has a strong research and teaching record, and who can work in a team environment to further develop our entrepreneurship research and teaching programs. For this position we are seeking someone who can either complement the research interests of current faculty, which include entrepreneurial cognition, innovation, community entrepreneurship, sustainable entrepreneurship, international entrepreneurship, and issues at the marketing-entrepreneurship interface, and/or extend our teaching competencies beyond entrepreneurial strategy, entrepreneurship theory, new venture marketing, and human relations. We are also seeking to fill one position at the Assistant or Associate level in Entrepreneurship. Applicants for this position should have a demonstrated interest in Entrepreneurship research and teaching. We are also seeking to fill one position at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level in Service Operations Management. Applicants for this position should have a demonstrated interest in service operations management research and teaching. We are also seeking to fill one position at the Assistant, Associate or Full Professor level in Sustainability/Business & Society. The ability to teach Strategy and an interest in one of our areas of specialization will be considered assets. Applicants for these positions should have earned a PhD (or be ABD) and have a record of teaching and research that is commensurate with their experience. Our interest is in attracting highly motivated researchers, capable of publishing in top research journals, to add to the already vibrant research community at the Faculty of Business. While we are open to all types of research, our desire is to reinforce our three areas of specialization: international business, entrepreneurship, and service management. Our approach to teaching is international, integrative, innovative, and experiential. The experiential dimension includes a mandatory co-op program for all students, international exchanges, and overseas co-op work opportunities. In line with this approach, a candidate's business experience would be highly valued. Aside from the research and teaching community, Victoria is located in one of the most beautiful parts of Canada. We enjoy a very moderate west coast climate with an active cultural scene as well as easy access to all types of outdoor activities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, however, in accordance with Canadian Immigration requirements, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. Consideration of applications will begin on September 1, 2006. Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled. CONTACT: Please send a letter of application with curriculum vitae, appropriate evidence of research and teaching skill, and three references to: Dr. Ali Dastmalchian, Dean, Faculty of Business, University of Victoria, PO Box 1700, STN CSC, Victoria, B.C. V8W 2Y2. Telephone: (250) 721-6068. Fax: (250) 721-6613, e-mail: dastmal@business.uvic.ca, website: www.business.uvic.ca. ____________________________________ August 2006 UNIVERSITY OF WATERLOO, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada E0 Macroeconomics C0 Econometrics F1 International Trade Q0 Resource Economics L0 Industrial Organization The Department of Economics at the University of Waterloo seeks to fill four tenure track positions, rank open. At the assistant professor level, consideration will be given to applicants, including those nearing completion of their Ph.D., who can provide persuasive evidence of research potential. Candidates for senior positions must possess a track record of publication in major journals. All candidates must demonstrate excellence, or the potential for excellence, in teaching and research supervision. For more information, see http://economics.uwaterloo.ca/gen-positionsavailable.html. The University of Waterloo encourages applications from all qualified individuals. The appointments are subject to the availability of funds. Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. Deadline: October 31, 2006. Send your application, including three letters of reference, and a sample research paper. CONTACT: Dr. John Burbidge, Chair, Department of Economics, 200 University Avenue West, Waterloo, Ontario, Canada N2L 3G1. ____________________________________ August 2006 YORK UNIVERSITY, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M0 Enterprise Competitiveness Z0 Public Policy York University has been awarded an Ontario Research Chair under the theme of Economics and Cross Cultural Studies as part of the Ontario government's generous investment in Public Policy research. This Chair will be situated in the Schulich School of Business at York, and will be focused on the study of Public Policy and Enterprise Competitiveness. The holder of this Chair will bring to Ontario his or her expertise in examining regionally sensitive public policy related to fostering enterprise competitiveness. Interested applicants can access the following website to obtain more details about the strategic vision that led to the creation of this chair: http://research.yorku.ca/publichome/orc/index.html. Ideally, an appointment will be made at the rank of Associate or Full Professor, effective January 1, 2007, subject to budgetary approval. Preferred candidates will have: an ongoing, productive research program that is relevant to public policy development; expertise related to the challenges of developing globally competitive enterprises, ideally including small and medium sized enterprises; interest in engaging with other scholars, public policy makers and/or business leaders to develop a program of research that will compare policy across jurisdictions, including different economic and cultural regimes, in order to identify policies that foster more globally competitive Ontario enterprises. Salary and benefits for this position are competitive. The deadline for applications is September 15, 2006. Applicants should send a curriculum vitae, three letters of reference, examples of research, and information about teaching performance, to: Professor Eileen Fischer, Chair, Ontario Research Chair Search Committee, Schulich School of Business, Room N304E, York University, 4700 Keele Street, Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M3J 1P3. (Email efischer@schulich.yorku.ca) The Affirmative Action Program can be found on York's website at www.yorku.ca/acadjobs or a copy can be obtained by calling the affirmative action office at 416.736.5713. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. ____________________________________ August 2006 HOPKINS-NANJING CENTER FOR CHINESE AND AMERICAN STUDIES, Nanjing, China E0 Macroeconomics O1 Development Economics F0 International Macroeconomics Position for 2007-08--Johns Hopkins University invites applications for one Visiting Professor of Macroeconomics at its graduate school located in Nanjing, the oldest, most ambitious, and largest-scaled joint academic venture in China. We seek applicants possessing a Ph.D., strong theoretical and methodological training, significant teaching experience, and scholarly productivity. Courses offered each year in English may include: Development Economics; Economics Relations between China and the West; Macroeconomics. Topics courses, such as Environmental Economics, Globalization, and Public Sector Economics are course options as well. Johns Hopkins will match the home institution's salary and offer its standard benefits package. Faculty receive travel, shipping, and scholar's allowances and are housed in a comfortable, furnished two-bedroom apartment located in a new facility opening in September 2006. One, two, or three-year contracts are available. The deadline for applications is October 1, 2006. Applications may be downloaded at http://www.sais-jhu.edu/Nanjing/center/employment.shtml or contact Sharon Newman at 202-663-5802 or snewman@jhu.edu. Further information and a course catalog are available at www.nanjing.jhu.edu. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 ALLIANCE BERNSTEIN, L.P., New York, NY G0 Finance E0 Macroeconomics F3 International Finance AllianceBernstein L.P. is one of the largest publicly traded global asset management firms in the world with approximately $618 billion in assets under management at March 31, 2006. AllianceBernstein provides diversified, global investment management services that include growth and value equities, style blend and fixed income services to institutional, high net worth and retail clients worldwide. Additionally, through its Sanford C. Bernstein LLC & Co., (_Bernstein LLC_) subsidiary, AllianceBernstein provides in-depth research, portfolio strategy, trading and brokerage-related services. AllianceBernstein is headquartered in New York and has offices in 44 cities in 23 countries. Other U.S. offices include Atlanta, Boston, Denver, Minneapolis, San Francisco, San Diego, Cleveland, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, Seattle, Tampa, Washington D.C., West Palm Beach, Philadelphia and White Plains. AllianceBernstein also has non-U.S. investment management/research offices in London, Tokyo, Singapore, Shanghai, Mumbai, Cape Town, and Sao Paulo as well as joint venture relationships in five other cities. Additionally, there are marketing and client offices in 14 locations. Position: Economist--AllianceBernstein is seeking to hire an Economist to work with a team of equity portfolio managers and industry analysts. The duties of this position include: monitoring macroeconomic developments in the major developed and emerging economies; understanding their implications for companies in different industries and countries, and communicating them to the other members of the team. In addition, the Economist will be asked to conduct in-depth analysis of particular countries and/or economic issues on a regular basis, and to communicate the findings to the department. The Economist must be able to identify serious imbalances and provide early warning of major changes in the long-term outlook for economies (such as currency or banking crises, structural shifts in growth or its composition.) The Economist would be expected to alert the department of the emergence of these risks, determine their implications for asset prices, and present these findings to the rest of the team. The ideal candidate will hold an advanced degree in Economics from a leading university. Prior work experience in a setting where macroeconomic analysis with a focus on risk events and/or their financial market implications is preferred. Strong quantitative and computer skills are essential. The ability to communicate the findings or his/her research to an audience of non-economists is necessary. Insofar as attributes, the ideal candidate should possess a high level of initiative, sold verbal and written communication skills, and should be comfortable presenting the findings of his/her research. AllianceBernstein is an equal opportunity employer. Contact: Isabelle Tranchina, AllianceBernstein L.P. (isabelle.tranchina.@alliancebernstein.com) or send fax to Isabelle Tranchina at 212-969-2229. ____________________________________ August 2006 AMERICAN ECONOMIC ASSOCIATION, Nashville, TN AF Any Field The is initiating four new aggregated field journals. Each will publish articles in a group of economics subfields, with loose boundaries. The new journals are: (1) American Economic Journal: Macroeconomics--primarily includes: macroeconomics; monetary economics; international finance; aggregate aspects of development; economic growth; finance; and comparative economic systems. (2) American Economic Journal: Microeconomics--primarily includes: microeconomic theory; corporate finance; industrial organization; and micro theory aspects of international economics and economic development. (3) American Economic Journal: Economic Policy--primarily includes: public economics; urban and regional economics; public policy aspects of health, education, and welfare; law and economics; economic regulation; and environmental and natural resource economics. (4) American Economic Journal: Applied Economics--primarily includes: labor; demography; empirical micro development; and health, education, and welfare economics. Each of the new journals will accept articles appropriate to its respective subjects in such areas as: history of economic thought, economic history, behavioral economics, experimental economics, and teaching economics. Both applied and theoretical articles will be appropriate for the respective journals, according to their subject divisions. A search committee for each journal has been appointed and asked to recommend an editor to the AEA Executive Committee by January 2007. If you wish to recommend a potential editor for one of the new journals or apply yourself, send a message to the appropriate e-mail address by September 20, 2006: macroeconomics@vanderbilt.edu; microeconomics@vanderbilt.edu; economicpolicy@vanderbilt.edu; appliedeconomics@vanderbilt.edu. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 ASIAN DEVELOPMENT BANK, Manilla, The Philippines O1 Development F0 International Economics E0 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics Do you want to improve the lives of people in Asia and the Pacific? At the Asian Development Bank, we are seeking highly qualified and enthusiastic young people to join the 2007 Young Professionals (YP) Program. The YP program will expose you to new experiences, hone your expertise, and broaden your understanding of international development operations. You are eligible for the program, if you are a citizen of an ADB member country (see www.ADB.org/about/members.asp); hold at least a masters degree with good academic record and advanced training in finance and other development fields relevant to ADB's work, or a PhD degree in economics; are proficient in written and spoken English; have gained several years of international experience working in areas related to ADB operations; are able to work with others of different nationalities and cultural backgrounds. ADB's headquarters is in Manila, Philippines. We have 27 other offices around the world including 21 resident missions in the Asia-Pacific region. We employ more than 2,000 staff from over 50 countries. Gender and cultural diversity is a core recruitment value. You can get an application form at www.adb.org/Employment/appform.asp. Please send the completed personal history form and your CV to: YP-Info@adb.org quoting Ref. No. EXT-PS06-120(22)-BPHR-PP and job title on subject line. Only shortlisted candidates will be notified. Applications must be received by 31 August 2006, 5:00 PM (Manila time). Successful candidates are expected to report in July/August 2007. Find out more about ADB's YP Program at www.ADB.org/Employment/ypp.asp. Find out more about ADB and its mission at www.ADB.org ____________________________________ August 2006 CHICAGO PARTNERS, A LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY, Chicago, IL D0 Microeconomics L0 Industrial Organization C0 Applied Econometrics J0 Labor I1 Health G1 Asset Pricing G3 Corporate Finance K0 Law & Economics Chicago Partners offers superior opportunities, work environment, and company culture for economics and finance consultants to work at its offices in Chicago and New York City. Chicago Partners seeks consultants at all levels to assist its Principals in providing support for projects related to antitrust, labor, damages and valuation. Strong analytical, quantitative, writing, and communication skills are required. Computer proficiency in major econometrics software programs is essential, as is the ability to work with large datasets. A solid background in economics or finance (Ph.D., M.S./M.A., or B.S./B.A.) is required. Preferred fields in economics include intermediate to advanced training in microeconomics, field work in industrial organization, applied econometrics, labor, health, asset pricing, corporate finance, and law & economics. Experience in a litigation environment for advanced degree holders is preferred, but not required. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Please send cover letter, résumé, and names of three references to Chicago Partners, 140 South Dearborn Street, Suite 1500, Chicago, Illinois 60603, attn: Employment, or e-mail to employment@chipar.com, or fax to (312) 251-5201. Applicants should not telephone. Chicago Partners will contact qualified candidates after reviewing résumés. ____________________________________ August 2006 CNA CORPORATION, Alexandria, VA C1 Econometric and Statistical Methods D0 Microeconomics H0 Public Economics I1 Health I2 Education J0 Labor and Demographic Economics L0 Industrial Organization Q0 Agricultural and Natural Resource Economics CNA Corporation is a not-for-profit organization specializing in providing candid analyses and evaluations of government programs, policies, operations, and systems to government agencies. We are the oldest organization in the U.S. that conducts such analysis in support of national defense, and most of our work continues to be with the Department of Defense. However, we also evaluate programs for the Departments of Education, Health and Human Services, and Homeland Security, among others. We help our clients in areas such as training and education, compensation, recruiting and retaining workers, health care, hardware acquisition, cost modeling, and environment. Other projects address industrial organization issues such as public-private competitions, military housing, base closure, and transfer pricing between government organizations. Applicants should have or be nearing completion of a Ph.D. in economics; possess a strong quantitative background; an interest in applied, policy-oriented research; and the ability to write and speak clearly and to interact with senior decision-makers. Applicants must be U.S. citizens. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Submit resume and cover letter by visiting our website at: www.cna.org. Please note: Please include Ref: 130BR-Research Analyst-Economists-JOE. ____________________________________ August 2006 COMMERCE COMMISSION, Wellington, New Zealand L5 Regulation & Industrial Policy Opening for an Assistant Chief Economist (Networks), Wellington based. Lead a team providing top quality economic analysis, cutting edge networks and regulatory economics. Competitive remuneration. The Commerce Commission's purpose is to promote dynamic and responsive markets to ensure New Zealanders benefit from competitive prices, better quality and greater choice. We are looking for an experienced senior economist who has managed or mentored a team. You will be responsible for leading a small team of professionals within the Economic Services Branch who work on challenging economic issues at the cutting edge of network and regulatory economics. This role will be responsible to the Chief Economist. If you have the right credentials, an eye for the big picture and experience in a competition or regulatory environment, we would like to discuss this opportunity with you further. To find out more about this position and for a copy of the position description please go to www.seek.co.nz/comcom, or contact Janet on +64 4 924 3719. Website: www.comcomgovt.nz ____________________________________ August 2006 COMPETITION POLICY ASSOCIATES, Washington, DC, San Francisco, CA, & Los Angeles, CA AF Any Field Competition Policy Associates (COMPASS) is an economic consulting firm specializing in financial and economic analysis of policy, regulatory, and litigation matters for corporations, governments and public-sector entities in the United States and worldwide. COMPASS combines the academic, private-sector, and public-sector experiences of the five founding directors with a highly trained and experienced group of senior economists and research and support capabilities. COMPASS is seeking economist and econometrician candidates for our Washington, DC and San Francisco, CA offices. Candidates can also apply for opportunities in Los Angeles, CA. Ideal candidates must have a Ph.D. in a relevant field from an esteemed university. Experience in related academic, government or consulting positions is strongly preferred, but not required. All candidates must possess strong communication skills and the desire to work in a collegial environment. Our non-hierarchical and intellectually motivating environment allows for productive collaboration. Interested applicants should apply by sending a cover letter, indicating office location preference, a curriculum vita, and a research paper. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Titus France, Competition Policy Associates, 55 Second Street, Suite 1800, San Francisco, CA 94105 (Fax 415-615-1405; email: tfrance@competitionpolicy.com). Website: www.competitionpolicy.com ____________________________________ August 2006 CONGRESSIONAL BUDGET OFFICE (CBO), Washington, DC G0 Financial Economics I1 Health Economics CBO offers challenging, substantive economics and public policy work in a collegial environment that provides opportunity for research on numerous CBO relevant topics. Positions involve writing CBO studies, drafting testimonies, and carrying out original research. Other activities include working with CBO analysts to carry out cost analyses of current legislative proposals and representing CBO in the policy research community. Qualifications include advanced degrees in economics, public policy, or a related field. Positions require superior technical skills as well as strong oral and written communication skills, especially the ability to communicate technical matters clearly and concisely. Candidates must be able to work independently and complete work in a timely manner. CBO has an opening for a Financial Economist and a Health Economist. Future needs may include specialties such as Macroeconomics, Applied Microeconomics, Public Finance, Labor, Social Security and Medicare, and Defense. You can obtain more information about CBO and current openings as well as apply online at www.cbo.gov. Compensation includes competitive salary and excellent benefits in a great location. Register at www.cbo.gov/vasindex.cfm to receive an e-mail notification each time CBO posts a new job. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 EMPLOYMENT POLICIES INSTITUTE, Washington, DC I1 Health J0 Labor Economist/Research Director: Labor economics research organization is seeking an economist to manage aggressive research agenda. Must be able to manage research contracts, evaluate and critique quantitative research performed by others. Solid writing skills and the ability to communicate technical material to non-economists is required. Ideal candidate will have at least 2-4 years of work history, and possess a comfort level interacting with media. Advanced degree in relevant field a minimum, PhD with experience in labor and health economics a plus. Interested applicants please send resume or CV and cover letter to doyle@epionline.org. No calls, please. ____________________________________ August 2006 FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF NEW YORKùBUFFALO BRANCH, Buffalo, NY R0 Regional Economics The Buffalo Branch of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York has a unique opportunity for a qualified candidate to conduct research on regional issues significant for the economy of upstate New York, including economic insights. This opportunity will provide significant autonomy in setting the research agenda, the opportunity to influence regional economic/community development outcomes, and publication of research and related articles in Federal Reserve journals and newsletters. Job Requirements: Ph.D. in economics, public policy, or urban/regional planning; or Master's degree in one of the above with at least five years of research experience; extensive knowledge of urban/regional economics and policy analysis; demonstrated ability to conduct applied research and data analysis; strong writing skills, including a demonstrated ability to write for publication; strong public speaking and presentation skills; ability to travel at least 10 percent of the time to various locations throughout NY State. Job Responsibilities: Identify emerging economic and/or community development issues for upstate New York; lead research projects from conception to publication, including writing articles for Federal Reserve newsletters and/or journals; actively interface with business, community and other outside constituents to disseminate research findings and help shape regional policymaking; prepare technical memoranda, statistical exhibits, and written and verbal briefings on current regional economic issues; make formal presentations at meetings and conferences; represent the Branch at meetings or conferences throughout the Second District; and monitor current regional economic conditions from a variety of data sources. To apply, go to our website, http://www.newyorkfed.org/careers/currentopenings.html, search for Req ID #1315, and submit your resume and cover letter (both required). An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 FEDERAL RESERVE BANK OF ST. LOUIS, St. Louis, MO H0 Public Economics L0 Industrial Organization R0 Urban, Regional, & Rural Economics The Research Division of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis seeks to hire two applied microeconomists. We are most interested in candidates whose primary field is regional economics, industrial organization, or public economics. The principal job requirements are to produce research for publication in leading economics journals and to contribute to the activities of the Division's Center for Regional Economics — 8th District (CRE8). These activities include monitoring local and regional conditions and analyzing policy issues of interest in the Eighth Federal Reserve District. A Ph.D. is required. The Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis offers an excellent research environment along with competitive salary and benefits. Visit our web site (http://research.stlouisfed.org/regecon/) for information about CRE8 and the Research Division. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Please send cover letter, curriculum vita, and at least one research paper to CRE8.recruiting@stls.frb.org, and arrange to have three letters of reference to that email address or to Howard J. Wall, Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis, P.O. Box 442, St. Louis, MO 63166-0442. E0 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics F0 International Economics The Research Department of the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis seeks to hire three research economists in its macroeconomics section. At least one position requires significant expertise in international economics. Both new Ph.D.s and experienced researchers with commensurate publication records are encouraged to apply. The principal job requirements are to produce research for publication in leading economics journals along with supporting analysis for monetary policy. The Department enjoys a high international ranking (http://ideas.repec.org/top/top.inst.all.html) and offers an outstanding research environment along with competitive salary and benefits. To apply, please send an email expressing interest along with a link to your web page to our contact. Candidates without a web page should send PDF versions of their vita and a research paper. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Recruiting Coordinator, email: research.recruiting@stls.frb.org ____________________________________ August 2006 GE ENERGY FINANCIAL SERVICES, Stamford, CT G0 Finance VP Quantitative Risk (Job #531314)--Job Duties: Support value creation effort around equity investments with a focus on hedging and global risk management strategies; evaluate and enhance as appropriate portfolio hedging programs; establish standard framework and methodology for merchant asset valuation; assess and improve energy market models; drive transparency of model inputs and comparability of model outputs across assets and markets; develop and implement Quantitative Credit and Market Risk Models (i.e. Credit Rating, Equity VaR, Option-based Pricing, CDO); work closely with CF and EFS IT on all database/warehouse requirements; coordinate with CF and GRM teams on model performance and validation exercises for all models used within EFS. Requirements: 5+ years of experience in quantitative finance, investment valuation and strategic management consulting; in-depth knowledge of global energy markets and direct experience with energy market modeling techniques; knowledgeable of latest finance and risk management research literature; corporate finance skills, like CAPM, APT, etc.; structured transaction experience. Desired: Master's Degree in quantitative fields, such as Economics, Finance, Statistics, etc. or MBA; Ph.D. in Economics, Finance, or Statistics; strong familiarity with some of the following modeling: Energy Market Valuation, Finance/Econometric Modeling, Commodity Risk Modeling and Trading; team player; proven ability and willingness to learn new tools and apply into business decision making. General: Business unit is responsible for leading cross-functional global consistency and capital allocation effort for EFS; communicate and coordinate with CF Risk/Finance Senior Management to Risk/Finance Senior Management to drive consistent definitions, to meet economic and regulatory capital requirements of CF and to provide accurate, available and accessible portfolio data. This position is bonus eligible. To apply, please submit your resume via http://www.gecareers.com. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 HALFF ASSOCIATES, INC., Austin, TX Halff Associates, Inc., a multi-disciplinary engineering/architecture firm with offices throughout Texas, is seeking a motivated person with specific skills in socio-economics analysis for its Austin office. The successful applicant will have proficiency in GIS, and Adobe Photoshop. MicroStation skills, National Environmental Policy Act and environmental justice experience a plus. Salary commensurate with experience and education. We offer excellent benefits including medical/dental insurance, 401k, ESOP and other benefits. An undergraduate or graduate degree in sociology, economics, planning, geography or similar field is required. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: Please email (lwhite @austin.halff.com) or fax (512 251-6541) Attention: Linda White ____________________________________ August 2006 HEALTH SERVICES COST REVIEW COMMISSION, Baltimore, MD I1 Health Economics Health Services Cost Review Commission, 4160 Patterson Ave. Baltimore, Maryland, is seeking a Deputy Director, Research and Methodology, to assist the Executive Director in administering, directing and coordinating the research, methodology development and policy analysis activities of the Commission. The Commission is unique in the U.S. because it sets hospital rates for self pay and commercial patients as well as for Medicaid and Medicare patients, with its waiver from the PPS system. Responsibilities include: developing and evaluating payment system methodologies; developing and using statistical and econometric models to evaluate the implications of policy changes for the hospital industry and the overall payment system; manipulating and analyzing patient- and hospital-level databases; preparing and presenting written reports to the Commission, industry, Governor, government agencies and the public; and supervising the Commission's database design, reporting, editing and storage activities. Ph.D. in Economics, Health Services Administration or Research, Finance or a closely related field with two years of experience involving analytical and quantitative work in health policy development and analysis, health economics or health care financing. Candidates with a master's degree will be considered with a minimum of five years professional experience. Experience in the successful direction of a health related professional staff is desirable. Successful candidate will demonstrate: Analytical and quantitative capabilities to actively oversee policy design, analysis and implementation; health economics and/or health services research experience including use of research methods such as multi variant regression analysis; the ability to manipulate and analyze patient-and hospital-level databases; the ability to effectively communicate and interact with Commissioners, industry representatives, and the public; and strong writing, leadership and public speaking capabilities. Salary range $70,492 - $113,178 per annum, Excellent State Benefits/Leave Package. Submit resume by no later than Aug. 2, 2006 for fullest consideration to: Mr. Mark Townend, Chief of Recruitment Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, 201 West Preston Street, Room 114B, Baltimore, Maryland 21201. An equal opportunity employer. ____________________________________ August 2006 ILLINOIS COMMERCE COMMISSION, Springfield, IL L9 Public Utilities Q4 Energy The Energy Division seeks two Economic Analyst IIIs for its Policy Program in Springfield, Illinois. These positions implement restructuring of Illinois' natural gas and electric utilities. Duties include: reviewing and analyzing economic and economic policy-related issues; identifying economic and economic policy-related issues in docketed cases and participating by providing expert testimony; assisting in preparation of legal briefs in contested docketed cases; acting as economic policy advisors to ICC Administrative Law Judges and Commissioners; providing economic policy analysis of state and federal legislation; and performing research, special projects and other duties. The Policy Program has three members, two with PhDs and one with a Master's degree, all in economics. Master's in economics with outstanding academic record required. Post-Master's graduate work in economics or relevant work experience preferred. Excellent verbal and writing skills required. Relevant work experience is defined as employment in the electric or natural gas utility industries or by a utility regulatory commission. The expected salary range $45,372 to $67,752. For more information about these positions or application instructions, contact Cheryl Barrett at 217-557-4206 or cbarrett@icc.illinois.gov. Must apply by August 14, 2006. ____________________________________ August 2006 INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE L0 Industrial Organization D0 Applied Microeconomics The Large and Midsized Business Division of the Internal Revenue Service is hiring economists to analyze multinational corporations' operations and inter-affiliate pricing as well as to value tangible and intangible assets of various types. The position can involve travel up to twenty percent or more of your time. Positions are available in Manhattan, Stoneham/Boston, Atlanta, Chicago, Dallas, Houston, LA, Laguna Niguel CA, San Francisco and San Jose. Starting salary can range from $53K to $90K depending on qualifications, experience, and the city where hired. Bachelor's degree in economics and significant appropriate experience, especially in industrial organization or applied microeconomics, is required. Advanced degrees are highly desirable and generally reduce the experience required or increase the starting salary. You must be a US citizen to apply. An equal opportunity employer. CONTACT: To obtain additional information go to http://www.usajobs.opm.gov/ click on 'Search Jobs' and do a keyword search on 'Economist IRS'. ____________________________________ August 2006 JOINT WARFARE ANALYSIS CENTER, Dahlgren, VA C5 Econometric Modeling C6 Mathematical Methods & Programming E0 Macroeconomics The Joint Warfare Analysis Center, an interdisciplinary D0D organization, is looking for applicants to fill openings for quantitative economic analysts. Selectees will develop and utilize computational economic models to provide economic analysis in order to meet National Security and National Military objectives in a high security environment. We are considering applicants with the quantitative and computational skills required to develop econometric, general equilibrium, and other quantitative economic models. This position will be filled using the Navy Career Intern Program and is a formal two-year training program. The initial appointment is made in the excepted service. After successful completion of the two-year training program, the incumbent is eligible to be non-competitively converted into a permanent Federal position in the competitive service. The applicant must be able to obtain and hold a Top Secret Clearance. For more information an to apply for this opening, go to: http://www.jwac.mil/career/default.htm. Click on the _view NCIP vacancies_ link and open the flyer for _Economist._ ____________________________________ August 2006 LEVY ECONOMICS INSTITUTE OF BARD COLLEGE, Annandale-on-Hudson, NY E0 Macroeconomics & Monetary Economics G0 Financial Economics H0 Public Economics I0 Health, Education, & Welfare J0 Labor & Demographic Economics The Levy Economics Institute of Bard College, an internationally recognized research and policy center, invites applications for a Research Associate and Editor. The responsibilities of this position include working with the resident scholars on research and editing of writings related to current and developing economic problems and other matters relevant to public policy. The Institute provides research and macroeconomic projections to an international audience through publications, conferences, and research papers. As a Research Associate, the successful candidate would hold an advanced degree or PhD in Economics (preferred), and have experience as an economics researcher, public policy writer, or an economist/journalist. The Institute is, therefore, seeking individuals who work well with other researchers, communicate facilely, and possess both excellent writing skills and the ability to accomplish extensive material research. The Levy Economics Institute is located on the campus of Bard College, 90 miles north of NYC, overlooking the Hudson River. The Institute provides state-of- the-art computer networking, a dedicated library, and a supportive collegial environment. Please send letter of application, resume, writing samples, and the names of three references. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Human Resources-3406, Bard College, PO Box 5000, Annandale-On-Hudson, NY 12504-5000 or fax to 845-758-7826. D3 Distribution D6 Economic Welfare The Levy Economics Institute of Bard College invites applications for a Research Scholar in the program on distribution of income and wealth. The scholar will collaborate with a team of economists on updating and extending the Levy Institute Measure of Economic Well-Being (see www.levy.org/limew) and developing analyses of well-being and/or deprivation using the measure and its components. Given the broad nature of our measure, a wide variety of research interests can be complementary to the project. Subject to approval, the Institute is planning to launch a Ph.D. program in economics by Fall 2007. We are, therefore, especially interested in candidates who are able to contribute to the Ph.D. program. Requirements: A completed Ph.D. is required, but candidates expecting the degree in the immediate future will also be considered. The successful candidate will have solid quantitative skills (including familiarity with analyzing microdata using SAS or Stata) and strong interest in policy issues. Send letter of interest, current c.v., references, and sample papers. An equal opportunity-affirmative action employer. CONTACT: Human Resources-3906, Bard College, PO Box 5000, Annandale-On-Hudson, NY 12504-5000 or fax to 845-758-7826. AA/EOE ____________________________________ August 2006 MANUFACTURERS ALLIANCE/MAPI, Rosslyn, VA E6 Economic Conditions & Outlook L6 Industrial Organization: Manufacturing F0 International Economics Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI, a professional education and business research association located in Rosslyn, Virginia, seeks an economist to join its economics team. Strong writing, oral communication, and interpersonal skills are required. The economist will focus on current economic conditions, international analysis, and manufacturing industry-specific issues. The person also will: give economic outlook presentations, write briefings on economic and business practice topics, and respond to membership _help_ requests. A fundamental knowledge of data sources and having analytic skills are important, as is the ability to work independently on multiple assignments. The economist should be willing and able to assist coordinating the activities of Alliance peer discussion groups, composed of business executives from member companies. Prior experience organizing the programs of a conference or other executive meetings is a plus. It is important that the candidate has prepared and delivered presentations to executive or peer groups. Some travel is required. The position requires a Masters degree, PhD preferred, plus two years professional experience. United States permanent residency is a requirement. Manufacturers Alliance/MAPI offers a competitive salary and has an excellent benefits package. If interested, e-mail resume to mailto:economist@mapi.net. ____________________________________ August 2006 MILKEN INSTITUTE, Santa Monica, CA There are 2 positions available (Economist and Analyst); please go to the bottom of this posting for the Analyst position. I1 Health; Analysis of Health Care Markets; Health Production: Nutrition, Mortality, Morbidity, Suicide, Substance Abuse &Addiction, Disability, & Economic Behavior R1 General Regional Economics Senior Health Economist / Health Economist--The Milken Institute is an independent economic think tank. Our mission is to improve the lives and economic conditions of diverse populations in the U.S. and around the world by helping business and public policy leaders identify and implement innovative ideas for creating broad-based prosperity. Ideal candidate will have: Ph.D. in health economics with seven years of experience or Masters with a minimum of 10 years, with undergraduate or other Masters in operations research, statistics or related field; applications in chronic disease economics and knowledge of economic evaluation such as cost-of-illness studies, cost-benefit studies and cost-effectiveness analysis; knowledge in the latest prevention, early detection and innovations in treatment of chronic disease. Candidate must have detailed knowledge of public data bases related to chronic disease such as NHIS, MEPS, NHANES, BRFSS and others. Use of sub-national data is desirable; experience in projecting health care spending under different demographic/cohort and policy regimes far into the future; statistical estimation and model building including econometrics using statistical software (i.e. SAS, STATA, Eviews, Aremos, SPSS) and be able to supervise maintaining, organizing, and updating large data sets; detailed knowledge of economic and statistical concepts; good written and oral communication skills; an interest in working in team environment under pressure. The Milken Institute is expanding its research capabilities in health economics. This is an outstanding opportunity to participate in translational health economics research that will be put into action to influence public policy and improve health outcomes. In collaboration with our sister organization, FasterCures, we aim to conduct research that fosters the movement of innovative treatments and cures from the bench to the bedside. We are seeking a candidate with a Ph.D. in health economics and strong knowledge of operations research, econometrics, biometrics or other advanced quantitative techniques along with seven or more years of experience. A Masters Degree with a minimum experience of 10 years of experience will be considered. Experience background in at least two areas including: university, think tank, government or industry (biopharmaceuticals a plus) is required. Published research in the area of chronic disease economics is essential. Knowledge in methods of economic evaluation such as of cost-of-illness studies, cost-benefit studies and cost-effectiveness analysis are important. Candidate must have detailed knowledge of public data bases related to chronic disease such as NHIS, MEPS, NHANES, BRFSS and others, plus familiarity of with private data bases. Use of sub-national data is desirable. Knowledge of prevention/early detection strategies and the latest innovations in the treatment of chronic diseases is a plus. Experience in projecting health care spending under different demographic/cohort and policy regimes far into the future. Position will work with department head and other senior research staff in conducting sponsored research studies and support development outreach efforts. Statistical estimation including econometrics using statistical software (i.e. SAS, STATA, Eviews, Aremos, SPSS) and be able to supervise maintaining, organizing, and updating large data sets. Other requirements are a detailed knowledge of economic and statistical concepts, experience in generating charts and tables in Excel, PowerPoint, and Access, possess good written and oral communication skills and have an interest in working under pressure in a team environment. Visit www.milkeninstitute.org for examples of our work. Competitive salary and benefits. Send resumes and samples of work to mpoussin@milkeninstitute.org or Attn: Human Resources at contact address on our website. An equal opportunity employer. I1 Health; Analysis of Health Care Markets; Health Production: Nutrition, Mortality, Morbidity, Suicide, Substance Abuse & Addiction, Disability, & Economic Behavior R1 General Regional Economics Senior Health Research Analyst / Health Research Analyst--The Milken Institute is an independent economic think tank. Our mission is to improve the lives and economic conditions of diverse populations in the U.S. and around the world by helping business and public policy leaders identify and implement innovative ideas for creating broad-based prosperity. Ideal candidate will have: Ph.D. in health economics or Masters with a minimum of two years experience, with undergraduate or other Masters in operations research, statistics or related field; applications in chronic disease economics and knowledge of economic evaluation such as cost-of-illness studies, cost-benefit studies and cost-effectiveness analysis; familiarity in the latest prevention, early detection and innovations in treatment of chronic disease. Candidate must have knowledge of public data bases related to chron