Welcome to Maastricht University!
The Department of Microeconomics and Public Economics (MPE) at the School of Business and Economics (SBE), Maastricht University, invites applications for an Assistant Professor position. We welcome candidates with a strong research profile in microeconomics, public economics, political economy, urban economics, inequality, health economics, behavioural economics, and/or experimental economics or related fields.

Assistant professor position in Microeconomics and/or Public Economics

• Our goal: Strengthen and diversify our research and education in microeconomics and public economics – shaping knowledge that helps us understand and improve how economies and societies function.
• Your colleagues: You will join the vibrant, international academic community within the MPE department and the School of Business and Economics.
  
  

MPE focuses on high-quality research in the above-mentioned fields. The department maintains strong links with other institutes and departments at Maastricht University and with leading international partners – offering you ample opportunity to collaborate and grow. Please visit the department’s website for more information.

As Assistant Professor, you will contribute to research and education in the department. You are expected to strengthen and diversify the department’s research profile, publish in high-quality journals, and engage in external collaborations.  In addition to research, you are expected to contribute to teaching at the undergraduate and graduate levels. All teaching is conducted in English. We also expect you to apply for competitive research funding.

We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive academic environment. We warmly welcome applications from candidates of all backgrounds and particularly encourage applications from women and other groups that are currently underrepresented in academia.

What you bring

We are interested in who you are and what you bring. Do you recognise yourself in this profile?

• Academic background – You hold a PhD in Economics or a related discipline.
• Strong research profile – You have a strong academic background, possibly already evidenced by publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Funding potential – You can demonstrate the willingness or ability to secure external research funding.
• Teaching experience – You have experience in teaching at the university level, for example as the primary instructor or teaching assistant.
• Collaborative mindset – You value teamwork and collegiality, and you enjoy contributing to a positive, inclusive academic environment. You will help to create meaningful synergies and positive externalities within both the department and the School of Business and Economics.

What we offer

At Maastricht University, you’ll work in an international, open, and engaged environment. We offer:

• An 18 month contract with the prospect of a permanent contract based on mutual satisfaction. 
• The position is graded in scale 11 according to UFO profile Assistant Professor, with corresponding salary based on experience with a gross monthly salary between €4.925,- and €6.682,- (based on full-time employment of 38 hours per week). You will also receive an 8% holiday allowance and an 8.3% year-end bonus.
• 29 vacation days (based on full-time), four additional days off (Carnival Monday and Tuesday, Good Friday, and Liberation Day), and the possibility to accrue up to 12 extra days through compensation hours.
• Flexible working hours, a home office allowance, and the option to partially work from home.
• A solid pension plan via ABP, company fitness schemes, and access to various university sports facilities.
• Freedom and responsibility to shape your work independently and develop your ideas.
• A close-knit community of colleagues to collaborate and grow with.
• An inspiring work environment in the heart of Europe.

Interested?

For more information with respect to the position, please contact Prof.dr. Kirsten Rohde, Chair of the hiring committee ([email protected]).

For more information on the MPE department see: https://www.maastrichtuniversity.nl/research/department-microeconomics-and-public-economics

Or apply directly before: November 15th 2026 

The application should include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Motivation letter (max 1 page)
• At least one example of your research (e.g. job market paper)
• Short research statement outlining your research vision/plans (max. 2 pages) and how you see that fitting into and complementing the research at MPE.
• Teaching evaluations (if available)
• Two letters of reference, should be sent independently by the referees to [email protected]. 

We kindly ask you to apply via our application portal and not via e-mail. The e-mail mentioned above is only used for the letter of references. 

This position is open to internal and external candidates.

We look forward to getting to know you!

 

About the School of Business and Economics (SBE)

SBE is an international faculty for economics, business, and policy. We combine academic depth with societal engagement. Our education is small-scale and interactive. Our research focuses on themes such as sustainability, inclusion, and digital transformation. Together, we work on impactful solutions for the world of tomorrow.

About Maastricht University

At Maastricht University, we collaboratively seek solutions to help move the world forward. We do this with 23,300 students and 5,400 employees across 5 regional locations, 6 faculties, and more than 70 research institutes. We encourage you to push boundaries and discover new opportunities for yourself and the world around you. Together, we can find the answers for tomorrow.

Maastricht University is committed to promoting and nurturing a diverse and inclusive community. We believe that diversity in our staff and student population contributes to the quality of research and education at UM, and we strive to enable this through inclusive policies and innovative projects led by teams of staff and students. We encourage applicants from all backgrounds to apply for this position.