Expression of Interest – Assistant Professor Position

Job Description and Qualification

The Department of Economics and Finance of Luiss University (Rome) invites applications for a position as Assistant Professor in all fields of Economics. Applicants should have obtained, or be close to completing, a PhD in Economics or Finance and should demonstrate strong research potential.

About the Organization

Located in the heart of Rome, Luiss is a leading European university in the Social Sciences, with about 10,000 students and a vibrant international community. The Department of Economics is fully committed to research excellence in a phase of rapid expansion: in the past 18 months alone, 10 new faculty members have joined at all levels. Luiss offers highly competitive salaries, well above Italian public university standards, with salaries doubling for ERC grantees, combined with a 90% income tax reduction for 8–11 years for international hires due to national fiscal policies. Faculty enjoy world-class administrative support, a collegial environment, and a campus set in one of the most beautiful cities in the world.

Application Procedure

Interested candidates should upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, job market paper, and three letters of recommendation by November 23, 2025. Interviews will be conducted online on a rolling basis.

For Additional Questions

Please contact Prof. Luigi Pascali or Prof. Emilio Calvano

Department contacts

Website: https://economiaefinanza.luiss.it

Email: [email protected]

Submission materials required

• Cover letter

• Curriculum vitae

• Job market paper

• Additional paper (optional)

• Other material (in one file) (optional)

• Additional paper (optional)

• Reference Letters: 3