The Department of Economics at the Stockholm School of Economics (SSE) seeks candidates for two tenure-track assistant professor positions. Applicants from any field within economics will be considered (with particular focus on theory, microeconomics and applied microeconomics). The appointments start August 1, 2027, and applicants are expected to have completed their Ph.D. or equivalent degree by then. The deadline for applications is November 16, 2026. Applications should be submitted on the EconJobMarket.org website and should include a cover letter, CV, three letters of reference, and a job market paper (clearly labeled) as well as additional papers (optional). Interviews will be conducted online. We intend to interview most applicants in December 2026 around the time of the European Job Market. For further information about the Department of Economics, see https://www.hhs.se/research/departments/economics/ or contact [email protected].
Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting December 2026.
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About the Stockholm School of Economics
The Stockholm School of Economics is ranked as the top business school in the Nordic and Baltic countries and enjoys a strong international reputation. World-class research forms the foundation of our educational offering, which includes Bachelor, Master, PhD, MBA, and Executive Education programs. Through creativity and collaboration, the Stockholm School of Economics provides an environment where ambitious students and accomplished researchers meet to address contemporary challenges within business and economics, particularly those concerning sustainability, diversity and innovation.
Apart from delivering world class education within business and economics, SSE students are trained to be successful decision makers and leaders of the future. Our educational mission has over the years strengthened SSE students, and you can read more about it here.
SSE is a member of the Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN), a collaboration between universities, research institutes and companies in the Stockholm region. Through SDCN, partners of international recruits are offered professional support in establishing their careers in Sweden, including career coaching, networking opportunities, seminars and access to a broad professional network. We recognize the importance of supporting accompanying partners in international relocations and are committed to facilitating a smooth transition for the whole family.
SSE is committed to a balanced gender distribution and values a variety of backgrounds and experiences among our employees. We therefore welcome all applicants regardless of their gender, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, disability, sexual orientation, age, or religion or other beliefs. We strive to have a fair and inclusive recruitment process.
