The Department of Political Science & Economics at Rowan University is seeking to hire a 10-month Assistant or Associate Professor of Economics, with an expected start date in Fall 2026.

We seek scholars with a data-driven research agenda, a record of publication or demonstrated potential to publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals, and the ability to secure external funding through grants and fellowships. We seek applicants whose empirical research centers on health, medicine, or population well-being—with particular interest in areas, such as health policy analysis, the economics of healthcare systems, and the social determinants of health/population health. We are interested in scholars examining the impact of artificial intelligence in these domains, including AI-enabled health economic modeling, machine-learning applications in policy evaluation, algorithmic decision-making in healthcare delivery, digital platforms and patient access, and the ways emerging technologies shape equity, cost, and health outcomes.

Candidates should demonstrate strong potential for interdisciplinary collaboration. Rowan University offers extensive opportunities to work with colleagues within the Department and College, as well as across Rowan University. Collaborative pathways extend to the Virtua Health College of Medicine and Life Sciences, which includes the Rowan–Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine, the Salva School of Nursing and Health Professions, and the School of Translational Biomedical Engineering and Sciences. In addition, partnerships with the Rowan-Virtua Institute for Health Equity, the Cardiovascular Institute, the Institute for Regenerative Medicine and Transplantation, the College of Science & Mathematics, the Henry M. Rowan College of Engineering, the Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and its Edward D. Viner Center for Humanism, and the Ric Edelman College and the University’s health-focused research clusters and clinical partners create a rich, interconnected ecosystem. Together, these units advance interdisciplinary research and innovation across the social sciences, health, medicine, and the medical humanities, while strengthening medical education, health-professions training, interdisciplinary inquiry, and community-engaged scholarship.

The successful candidate will be expected to have and maintain a strong record of publications, secure and sustain external grant funding (a required component of the position), contribute to the teaching and service missions of the department, the college, and the broader university. Teaching responsibility includes undergraduate and graduate economics courses, with opportunities to develop electives and interdisciplinary courses at both levels. 

A Ph.D. or equivalent in Economics or related field is required, with a conferral date no later than July 1, 2026.

Complete applications will include:

1. Cover letter (up to 2 pages) describing the applicant’s career trajectory
2. Job market paper
3. Current detailed CV
4. Statement of research interests, including the applicant’s research experience and future research and funding agenda
5. Teaching portfolio (statement of teaching philosophy, courses taught, teaching evaluations, etc.)
6. Graduate transcripts (unofficial copies acceptable for initial review)
7. Names and contact information for at least three references; confidential letters will be requested if an application is moved forward

Review of applications will begin on January 19, 2026 and continue until the position is filled. Applicants will need to submit the above materials via our online application system at  https://jobs.rowan.edu/en-us/listing/. Application deadline is 01/16/2026.

BENEFIT INFORMATION

For eligible employees, benefits include: comprehensive NJ State health, dental, and retirement benefits, extensive accrued time off/paid holidays, and tuition reimbursement for employees, spouses, and dependents to attend Rowan University, Glassboro. (Tuition reimbursement will apply to undergraduate degrees only for spouses and dependents.)  For more detailed information, please visit:  https://sites.rowan.edu/hr/benefits/

SALARY

In compliance with The State of New Jersey's Pay Transparency Act, the annual base salary range for this position is: 

• Assistant Professor: AFT: Range 22-25  

• Associate Professor: AFT: Range 26-29 

• Full Professor: AFT: Range 30-33 

with placement within the range determined by the candidate's qualifications, professional experience, internal equity, and other factors. Appropriate start-up packages may be available. Please visit this link to view all respective ranges listed above: https://www.cnjscl.org/Library/CNJSCL_FT-PT_2023-2027_Salary_Charts-Approved.pdf

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the U.S. All positions are contingent on budgetary appropriations.  Questions regarding the position should be directed to Dr. Kul Kapri, Associate Professor (kapri@rowan.edu).  

A top 100 national public research institution, Rowan University offers bachelor’s through doctoral and professional programs in person and online to 22,000 students through its main campus in Glassboro, N.J., its medical school campuses in Camden and Stratford, and five others. The University has earned national recognition for innovation, a commitment to high-quality, affordable education, and the development of public-private partnerships. A Carnegie-classified R2 (high research activity) institution, Rowan is the fastest-growing public research institution in the Northeast and among the nation’s top 10, as reported by The Chronicle of Higher Education. For more information on Rowan University, click here.