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 a theorist with a research focus in microeconomic theory and commensurate ability to teach in the Ph.D. microeconomic theory sequence. Researchers with interests in mechanism design, search, learning, network formation and analysis, or the economics of contracts are particularly welcome. We are especially interested in candidates at the advanced assistant or early associate level with proven research track records, as well as in candidates who are likely to collaborate with other faculty within the School of Economics and across the university.

Georgia Tech is a Research I institution, ranked 8th nationally among public universities, and offering 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 and have a record of excellence in teaching. 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.