Chair of the Department of Economics

Become the Chair of the Department of Economics

Vibrant, multidisciplinary and innovative, the Faculty of Arts and Science is one of Université de Montréal’s largest faculties. Through its 29 departments, schools, centres and institutes, it offers over 300 programs at the undergraduate and graduate levels, some of which are unique in Quebec. It is also home to some 30 interdisciplinary research groups and centres. Every day, its 650-strong faculty is helping shape a better tomorrow by opening up knowledge and promoting the cross-fertilization of different perspectives.

The Department of Economics (Département de sciences économiques) at the Université de Montréal is one of the best French-language departments in the world and the top French-language department in Canada. Our faculty maintains a solid international reputation in econometrics, economic theory, macroeconomics, and applied economics. Our graduate programs attract excellent students from all over the world. Graduates from our PhD program typically secure positions at prestigious universities or major institutions like the International Monetary Fund and the Bank of Canada. The Department maintains close ties with two important research centers:

• Le Centre interuniversitaire de recherche en économie quantitative (CIREQ)
• Le Centre interuniversitaire de recherche en analyse des organisations (CIRANO)

The successful candidate will lead the Department, ensuring its development and continued excellence, while actively contributing to the promotion of academic excellence at the Université de Montréal as a professor.

Your day-to-day impact

As Department chair, you will take the lead in defining the priorities and projects for the Department. You will be at the heart of the Department’s management and development, all while ensuring that departmental decisions respect the University's strategic vision, its policies and regulations, and its collective agreements. You will be expected to:

• Take responsibility for the administration of the Department, thereby ensuring the quality and relevance of its teaching and research programs;
• Take the lead in recruiting faculty and teaching staff, all while offering support to lecturers in their role as teachers and to faculty in the development of their research careers;
• Play a key role in governance, notably by chairing the Department meetings and by coordinating activities with other units of the Faculty;
• Maintain a harmonious work environment, stimulate the environment of teaching and research for staff and students alike, and help to develop collaborations with national and international partners in your discipline.

The term as chair is 4 years, with the possibility of renewal.

As a professor in the Department, you will contribute to promoting the excellence of the Department and the Faculty through your teaching and research activities. You will also play an active role in promoting your discipline and the functioning of the University. You will be expected to:

• Provide high-quality teaching at all three levels (BA, MA and PhD) and supervise graduate students;
• Engage in innovative and competitive research activities, publish your work in major international peer-reviewed journals, and obtain research grants from major funding agencies;
• Promote your research activities by presenting your work at reputable national and international conferences and seminars, and by participating in editorial activities;
• Contribute to the operation and development of the Department, the Faculty, and the University.

What you'll need to succeed

The successful candidate must meet the criteria that are usually required for the promotion to the rank of associate or full professor and must also meet the following requirements:

• Hold a doctorate (PhD) in economics or a related discipline;
• Exhibit substantial expertise in the discipline of economics and demonstrate strong leadership skills;
• Possess administrative or managerial experience in the university environment;
• Demonstrate a collegial attitude, an ability to lead and to unify personnel around common goals, and a desire to work in collaboration with all members of the University community;
• Possess substantial research experience, with a commensurate publication record;
• Demonstrate the ability to provide high-quality teaching and supervision at the university level;
• Possess a sufficient working knowledge of the French language.

Additional information about the position

• A competitive salary combined with a comprehensive range of benefits
• An expected start date of June 1st, 2025.
• Located at Montreal Campus

Application process

Your application must include the following documents before the November 15th, 2024 deadline.

• A cover letter (maximum of two pages) and resume
• Three publications or recent research works
• Ateaching statement (one page)
• A statement of current and prospective research interests (maximum of two pages)
• At least three letters of reference (sent directly by the referees to the Contact below)

Contact details

Jean PROULX
Département de sciences économiques
[email protected]

Université de Montréal’s application process allows all members of the Professor’s Assembly to review the application files submitted. If you wish to keep your application confidential until the shortlist is established, please mention it in your application.