Assistant Professor, Economics (Tenure-track)

University at Buffalo

• $80K — $95K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • PhD in Economics required by time of appointment
  • Research focus in industrial organization, microeconomic theory, and/or macroeconomics
  • Interest in artificial intelligence applications in economics
  • Demonstrated track record of research success preferred
  • Prepared for undergraduate and graduate teaching responsibilities

Responsibilities

  • Conduct active research in specified areas of economics
  • Publish findings to establish a scholarly reputation
  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses
  • Advise students at various academic levels
  • Engage in service activities within the department and university

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional development and growth
  • Participation in a collaborative academic community
  • Access to university resources and research support
  • Involvement in shaping curriculum and student experiences
  • Support for diverse research interests
Full Job Description
Posting Details

Position Information

Position Title
Assistant Professor, Economics (Tenure-track)

Department
Department of Economics

Posting Number
F260106

Posting Link
https://www.ubjobs.buffalo.edu/postings/64506

Employer
State

Faculty Appointment Term
Term

Position Type
UUP Faculty

Bargaining Unit
08 - UUP

Posting Detail Information

Fiscal Year
2026-2027

Position Summary

The Department of Economics at the University at Buffalo seeks to hire, at the level of Assistant Professor (tenure-track), an economist specializing in industrial organization, microeconomic theory, and/or macroeconomics. Candidates should have research interests related to artificial intelligence, broadly defined. This might include the effects of AI adoption on firms and industries, the economic analysis of AI algorithms, the design of public policy around AI use, or the application of machine learning to data analysis. This position requires a PhD in hand or firmly expected by August 2027.

Candidates are expected to be active researchers with the potential to excel in publication and build a strong scholarly reputation in economics. We especially welcome applications from advanced assistant professors with a demonstrated track record of research success. Responsibilities also include undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising, and participating in service to the department, university, and discipline.

Applications received by November 30, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Minimum Qualifications

PhD in Economics in hand by time of appointment

Preferred Qualifications

Demonstrated track record of research success

Prodig+
No

Executive Position
No

Physical Demands

Driving Requirements
This position will never drive a university owned vehicle.

Salary Range
Competitive

Additional Salary Information

Job Type
Full-Time

Campus
North Campus

Posting Alerts

Special Instructions Summary

Applications received by November 30, 2026, will receive priority consideration. The position will remain open until filled.

Applicants must submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, copies of publications and/or working papers, and contact information for 3 references who will receive notice to submit a reference letter on your behalf.

All application materials should be submitted via UB Jobs. Application materials submitted directly to the posting contact will not be acknowledged and cannot be considered.

Additional Information

Is a background check required for this posting?
No

Background Check Notification

Contact Information

Contact's Name
Neel Rao

Contact's Pronouns

Contact's Title
Associate Professor

Contact's Email
[email protected]

Contact's Phone
716- 645-8674

Posting Dates

Posted
09/25/2026

Deadline for Applicants
Open Until Filled

Date to be filled
08/16/2027

References

Number of References Required
3

Reference Cutoff Date

Instructions to Applicant

By providing the names and e-mail addresses of my references, I hereby authorize either Human Resources or the applicable hiring department to contact my references via e-mail to request a reference letter on my behalf.

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