Associate/Assistant Professor in Economics (Applied Microeconomics)

The University of Macau (UM) is an internationalized research-oriented comprehensive public university in the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) located at the west bank of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). The GBA is rapidly developing into one of the leading technology and innovation hubs of the world. UM is placed No. 180 in the THE World University Rankings and placed No. 285 in the QS World University Rankings. With a scenic campus of approximately 1 km² on Hengqin island, UM has achieved significant progress in the past decade as evidenced by its rising international repute, state-of-the-art teaching and research facilities, and the establishment of three State Key Laboratories in microelectronics, Chinese medical sciences, and internet of things for smart city. To support economic diversification of MSAR and deepen collaboration between MSAR and Guangdong Province in Hengqin island, UM will continue to invest in cutting-edge research and develop interdisciplinary programmes in key strategic areas including precision oncology, advanced materials, regional oceanography, artificial intelligence and robotics, data science, cognitive and brain science and economics and finance. Leveraging its ‘4-in-1’ model of education and residential college system, UM provides all-round undergraduate education, nurturing talent to support social and economic development in MSAR and the GBA as a whole. In addition, UM is currently establishing a campus in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin, which is expected to be operational in 2028. With unprecedented growth and development, UM offers a wide range of opportunities for high-calibre talents at all levels to achieve their career goals. It may be noted that English is the working language and the primary medium of instruction at UM. 

The Department of Finance and Business Economics at the Faculty of Business Administration (FBA) invites applications for the position of Associate/Assistant Professor in Economics with a specialization in Applied Microeconomics. 

FBA is one of the largest faculties in the University and a well-established full-service business faculty with AACSB, AMBA and EQUIS accreditations. It is a distinctive flagship business school in the region with key responsibilities in business and management education and nurturing the leadership talents for the development of Macao and beyond as its mission states. It bridges academic education with real-world practice and proactively engages with industry and professional bodies, thus has made a significant impact on industry and society. 

FBA provides education in both traditional and emerging subjects of business and management, ranging from Accounting, Finance, Business Economics, Information Systems and Management, Marketing, General Management, to specialised Integrated Resort and Tourism Management. Our programmes are delivered at all levels of higher education including Undergraduate, Postgraduate, PhD, MBA, EMBA, DBA and Executive Education. Moreover, we strongly encourage cross-disciplinary teaching, learning and research both within the University and internationally to enhance innovation and career development for our students and academics alike. Our programmes are highly recognised by the industry which leads to excellent employability of our students. More details about the Faculty are available at: https://fba.um.edu.mo/. 

The Department of Finance and Business Economics at FBA is looking for top-quality scholars to join the department as Associate/Assistant Professor in Economics with a specialization in Applied Microeconomics. Faculty members of our department have an impressive record of publications in premier economics and finance journals, which include but are not limited to the Journal of International Economics, Journal of Econometrics, International Economic Review, Journal of Development Economics, Econometric Theory, Journal of Finance, Journal of Financial Economics, and Review of Financial Studies. In addition, several faculty members hold editorial roles in esteemed academic journals. As a department, we are committed to providing exceptional research support to our faculty, inclusive of a start-up research grant, a reasonable teaching load, and access to sophisticated facilities. We also champion a dynamic research seminar series and oversee an expanding doctoral program. Guided by our strategic development plan, we aim to consolidate a robust team of business economics scholars in the upcoming years. As such, FBA is currently embarking on a worldwide recruitment drive for the position of Associate/Assistant Professor in Economics with a specialization in Applied Microeconomics. 

Qualifications

Applicants should (1) be a promising or established scholar with a doctoral degree in Economics, or a closely related field; (2) have the ability to teach undergraduate, postgraduate, and PhD courses; and (3) have ability to publish research papers in highly ranked journals in related fields. Applicants for Associate Professor position should have a well-established track record of research excellence substantiated by publication in highly ranked journals, and a strong commitment to mentoring junior researchers. 

The selected candidate is expected to assume duty by August 2026. 

Remuneration

The remuneration is commensurate with the successful applicants’ academic qualification and relevant professional experience. The current local maximum income tax rate is 12% but is effectively around 5% – 7% after various discretionary exemptions. Apart from competitive remuneration, UM offers a wide range of benefits, such as on-campus accommodation or housing allowance, medical insurance, provident fund, and other subsidies. Further details on our package are available at: https://career.admo.um.edu.mo/learn-more/.

Application Procedure

Applicants should apply ONLINE. Review of applications will continue until the position is filled. Applicants should provide contact information of at least three referees, including telephone number and email address. For junior position (Assistant Professor), referees will be invited to send reference letters directly to the University before the review process begins. Referees for other position (Associate Professor) will be invited to submit reference letters in due course. Applicants may consider their applications not successful if they are not invited for an interview within 3 months of application. 

Human Resources Section, Office of Administration

University of Macau, Av. da Universidade, Taipa, Macau, China

Email: vacancy@um.edu.mo

Tel: +853 8822 8406;  Fax: +853 8822 2412 

The effective position and salary index are subject to the Personnel Statute of the University of Macau in force. The University of Macau reserves the right not to appoint a candidate. Applicants with less qualification and experience can be offered lower positions under special circumstances.

***Personal data provided by applicants will be kept confidential and used for recruitment purpose only***

** Under the equal condition of qualifications and experience, priority will be given to Macao permanent residents**