Assistant Professor in Macroeconomics

Assistant Professor in Macroeconomics

Our goal: Strengthen our research and education in macroeconomics – shaping knowledge that helps us understand and improve how economies and societies function.

Your colleagues: You will join the vibrant, international academic community within the MILE department and the School of Business and Economics. At MILE, we explore the economic issues that matter for policy today.

Research at MILE focuses on labour and education economics, international economics, and macroeconomics, covering the themes inequality dynamics, technology and economic growth, resilience and climate change, expectations, labour market mobility, cognitive and non-cognitive skills, with a special focus on European and Emerging Markets economies. MILE maintains strong links with other institutes and departments at Maastricht University and with leading international partners – offering you ample opportunity to collaborate and grow. Please visit the department’s website for more information.

As Assistant Professor, you will contribute to research and education in macroeconomics and/or international economics. You are expected to strengthen the department’s research profile, publish in high-quality journals, and engage in external collaborations. We are open to applicants with a creative and promising independent research agenda. In addition to research, the successful candidate is expected to contribute to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All teaching is conducted in English, and the candidate’s teaching load will be reduced for the first two years.

What you bring

We are interested in who you are and what you bring. Do you recognise yourself in this profile?

• Academic background – You hold a PhD in Economics or a related discipline, preferably complemented by postdoctoral experience.
• Strong research record – You have a solid academic background, possibly evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Funding potential – You can demonstrate the willingness or ability to secure external research funding.
• Policy relevance – Your research focuses on policy relevant questions in macroeconomics.
• Teaching experience – You have experience in teaching at the university level, for example as the primary instructor or teaching assistant.
• Collaborative mindset – You value teamwork and collegiality, and you enjoy contributing to a positive, inclusive academic environment. You will help to create meaningful synergies and positive externalities within both the department and the School of Business and Economics.

What we offer

At Maastricht University, you’ll work in an international, open, and engaged environment. We offer:

• An 18-month contract with the prospect of a permanent contract based on mutual satisfaction.
• The position is graded in scale 11 according to UFO profile Assistant Professor, with corresponding salary based on experience with a gross monthly salary between € 4.728,- and € 6.433,- (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.
• 29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.
• Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to partially work from home.
• A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.
• Freedom and responsibility to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.
• A job that allows you to split your time evenly between teaching and research obligations.
• A close-knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.
• An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

Interested?

For more information with respect to the position please contact Dr. Steffen Künn, Chair of the hiring committee (s.kuenn@maastrichtuniversity.nl).

For more information on the MILE department see: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/department-macro-international-and-labour-economics-mile

Or apply directly before: November 15th 2026

The application should include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter (max 1 page)
• At least one example of your research (e.g. job market paper)
• Short research statement outlining your research vision/plans (max. 2 pages) and how you see that fit to and complement the research at MILE.
• Teaching evaluations (if available)
• Names and contact details of two references

We look forward to getting to know you!

About the School of Business and Economics (SBE)

SBE is an international faculty for economics, business, and policy. We combine academic depth with societal engagement. Our education is small-scale and interactive. Our research focuses on themes such as sustainability, inclusion, and digital transformation. Together, we work on impactful solutions for the world of tomorrow.

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we collaboratively seek solutions to help move the world forward. We do this with 23,300 students and 5,400 employees across 5 regional locations, 6 faculties, and more than 70 research institutes. We encourage you to push boundaries and discover new opportunities for yourself and the world around you. Together, we can find the answers for tomorrow.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and we strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this position.

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