Georgia Institute of Technology

Position Title/Short Description

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The School of Economics at the Georgia Institute of Technology seeks to hire an applied econometrician with a strong theoretical background. The successful candidate will focus on microeconometrics, demonstrate a strong interest in applied topics, and work in areas that have high synergistic potential with the School’s faculty. Applicants at the advanced Assistant or Associate Professor level are particularly encouraged to apply. Teaching in the Ph.D. econometrics sequence, as well at the Master’s and undergraduate levels, is expected. Special consideration will be given to candidates with strengths in panel data and big data methods, and to candidates who are likely to collaborate with other faculty at Georgia Tech.

Georgia Tech is a Research I institution, ranked 8th nationally among public universities, and offers significant opportunities for collaborative research and teaching across complementary disciplines such as computing, industrial and systems engineering, electrical and environmental engineering, international affairs, public policy, urban planning and management.

Applicants must have received a Ph.D. in economics or a related field prior to employment. Senior applicants should have a record of excellence in scholarship and teaching commensurate with their rank. Junior applicants should show promise for both research and teaching excellence. All applications must be submitted through the American Economic Association’s Job Openings for Economists website (https://www.aeaweb.org/joe/). At the time of offer, a background check will be required.

For full consideration, applications should be submitted by December 20, 2018, but the search will continue until the position is filled. A background check must be completed prior to employment.

Georgia Tech is an equal education/employment opportunity institution dedicated to building a diverse community. We strongly encourage applications from women, underrepresented minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans.

Application Requirements:
Cover Letter
CV
Job Market Paper / Preferred research sample
3 letters of reference for applicants at the assistant professor level only. All other ranks, references upon request only.