Associate/Full Professor in Financial Economics 2027

Department of Economics, Yale University, USA

The Department of Economics in the Faculty of Arts and Sciences at Yale University invites applications for a tenured faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor or Full Professor in Financial Economics. Yale is seeking distinguished scholars who have made significant contributions to the understanding of financial markets and are committed to excellence in research, teaching, and doctoral supervision.

Organization: Yale University – Faculty of Arts and Sciences, Department of Economics
Position: Associate Professor / Full Professor (Tenured) – Financial Economics
Location: New Haven, Connecticut, USA
Application Open Date: 1 April 2026
Application Deadline: 31 March 2027 (11:59 PM Eastern Time)
Anticipated Start Date: 1 July 2027

About the Position

The Department of Economics at Yale University seeks an accomplished scholar in the field of Financial Economics who has demonstrated outstanding research achievements and has significantly advanced the understanding of financial markets.

The successful candidate will join one of the world's leading economics departments and contribute to its research and teaching mission.

Key Responsibilities

The selected candidate will:

• Conduct internationally recognized research in Financial Economics.

• Teach undergraduate and Ph.D.-level courses in economics and finance.

• Supervise Ph.D. dissertations and mentor doctoral students.

• Contribute to the intellectual and academic development of the Department of Economics.

• Engage in scholarly collaboration and interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Eligibility Criteria

Applicants must possess:

• A Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree in Economics, Finance, or a related discipline.

• Outstanding scholarly achievements and an internationally recognized research profile.

• Demonstrated contributions to the understanding of financial markets.

• Strong commitment to teaching and doctoral supervision.

Application Requirements

Applicants should electronically submit:

• Letter of Interest

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)

• Research Statement

• Teaching Statement

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis beginning 15 May 2026.

How to Apply

Applications must be submitted electronically through Yale University's application portal:

Application Portal: https://apply.interfolio.com/183084

For Queries:
Nicole Whitcher
Assistant to the Chair, Department of Economics
Email: nicole.whitcher@yale.edu

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Why Apply?

This is an exceptional opportunity for accomplished scholars in Financial Economics to join Yale University, one of the world's premier research institutions. The position offers the opportunity to pursue impactful research, teach and mentor outstanding students, supervise doctoral research, and contribute to advancing the frontiers of financial economics in a globally renowned academic environment.

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