George Mason University, School of Public Policy
Tenure/Tenure-Track Public Finance Faculty

The George Mason University, School of Public Policy seeks an Associate or Full Professor in the field of Public Finance. This faculty member will assume a central role in the school's research and teaching programs. Employment would commence in August 2014, or on another date by mutual agreement.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: The school is especially interested in candidates whose research agenda includes U.S. expenditure and/or tax policies. Candidates must have a demonstrated commitment to public policy research and a strong record of scholarship and publication. Experience as a practitioner, advisor or consultant in the U.S. or internationally, and a track record of obtaining sponsored research projects, are desirable.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: George Mason University is the largest public university in Virginia. In 2011, the U.S. News and World Report ranked Mason as one of the top two "up and coming" universities in the nation. The most recent Shanghai Rankings of World Universities ranks Mason among the top 100 universities in the Americas overall, and as one of the top 50 universities in the world in the social sciences.

ABOUT THE SCHOOL: One of the university's most research-intensive and entrepreneurial units, the School of Public Policy has 50 full-time teaching and research faculty, 150 doctoral students, and 850 master's-level students. Teaching in the school typically takes place in weekly graduate seminars. Located at the university's Arlington campus, 10 minutes from downtown Washington, D.C., on a direct metro line, the School of Public Policy is at the crossroads of government, nonprofit organizations, and private industry. For details see http://policy.gmu.edu and http://www.gmu.edu

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: The committee will begin reviewing applications on October 1, 2013, but the position will remain open until filled; for best consideration, apply by November 15, 2013. For full consideration, applicants must apply for position number F7973z at http://jobs.gmu.edu/ (direct link: http://jobs.gmu.edu/postings/31396); complete and submit the online application; and upload a cover letter and a CV.

George Mason University is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer encouraging diversity; minority and female candidates are especially encouraged to apply.