Assistant Professor - Economics

Job Description

Title: Assistant Professor - Economics

Company Name: United International University

Vacancy: 1

Age: At least 35 years

Job Location: Dhaka

Salary: --

Experience:

Published: 2026-09-08

Application Deadline: 2026-09-22

Education:

Candidates must have a Ph.D. or its equivalent in the relevant subject preferably from a AACSB-accredited university. Preference to applicants with publications in Scopus/Web of Science/ABDC/ABS listed journals, with teaching experience with demonstrates excellence, and in addition to economics, with the ability to teach some business related areas, including Islamic Finance/Banking. Candidates having industry or consulting experiences will be given preference.  

• Age At least 35 years

United International University (UIU) is on a transformative journey to become a leading center of academic excellence in Bangladesh and the broader South Asian region. We are committed to fostering a vibrant, inclusive, and intellectually stimulating environment that bridges rigorous teaching, impactful research, and meaningful societal engagement. In alignment with our Quest for Excellence, the Department of Economics invites applications from dynamic, forward-thinking scholars for three (3) full-time faculty positions commencing in Fall 2026.

Who We Are looking For:

We seek scholars who are not only excellent teachers and researchers but also active contributors to curriculum innovation, interdisciplinary collaboration, and policy-relevant economic discourse. Candidates should demonstrate:

• A clear research agenda with potential or proven impact in areas such as development economics, applied econometrics, behavioral economics, environmental economics, or data-driven policy analysis.

• Strong commitment to student mentorship, supervision of student research, pedagogical innovation, experiential learning, and technology-enhanced instruction, especially ai-augmented pedagogy.       

• A collaborative mindset and willingness to engage in departmental services, academic advising, and institutional development.

Why Join UIU ?

• Attractive remuneration package will be offered to the deserving candidates.

• Competitive Remuneration: Attractive salary package commensurate with qualifications and experience, reviewed regularly to remain market-competitive. Salary packages are negotiable for outstanding candidates.

• Research Support: Competitive internal seed grants, conference travel funding, and support for publication in high-impact journals.

• Professional Development: Opportunities for international collaborations, faculty exchange programs, and global networks.

• Modern Infrastructure: Access to libraries, advanced statistical software, and state-of-art teaching facilities at our scenic United City campus in Dhaka.

• Collegial Culture: A supportive, diverse, and interdisciplinary academic community committed to shared governance and continuous improvement.