Assistant Professor, Economist

The Nohad A. Toulan School of Urban Studies and Planning seeks applications for a tenure-track assistant professor beginning Fall 2012. Candidates must have an earned doctorate (or be in the final stages of their degree) in economics, applied/agricultural economics, regional science, or a related field.  The successful candidate will demonstrate a deep and vigorous commitment to working in an interdisciplinary context with colleagues from an array of disciplines on urban-related challenges.

We seek applicants from various applied micro fields (urban/regional, transportation, state and local finance, environment, energy, renewable resources/conservation, labor/demographics, welfare, and heterodox approaches).  The successful candidate will be required to teach students enrolled in our degree programs:  1) undergraduate major in Community Development 2) professional Master of Urban and Regional Planning, 3) Master of Real Estate Development, (4) Master of Urban Studies, and 5) PhD in Urban Studies.  Specializations in our graduate programs include urban planning, community development, economic development, transportation, environment, land use, regional science, social demography, and gerontology.

The successful candidate is expected to develop a strong record of scholarship, civic engagement, and externally funded research. Faculty conduct research through the University's many research units, including: the Center for Urban Studies, Center for Transportation Studies, Northwest Institute for Applied Economics, Population Research Center, the Institute of Portland Metropolitan Studies, and the Center for Real Estate.

Applicants should submit a curriculum vita, three reference letters, and a letter of application that briefly outlines research and teaching interests, and interest in the multidisciplinary fields of urban studies and/or planning. Send to Dr. K.J. Gibson, Search Committee Chair, Portland State University, P.O. Box 751, Portland, OR  97207-0751. Review of applications will begin December 1 and continue until finalists are identified. This is a nine-month appointment; the anticipated start date is September 17, 2012.  For further information, please email Dr. Gibson at gibsonk@pdx.edu or call 503-725-8265.

Portland State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Institution and welcomes applications from diverse candidates and candidates who support diversity.