Assistant Professor in International Trade – Cornell University

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor in International Trade – Cornell University

• Institution: Cornell University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Economics

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track Faculty

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Specialization: International Trade

• Preferred Research Focus: China; applicants specializing in other regions will also receive full consideration

• Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 1.62 crore – INR 1.86 crore annually

• Location: Ithaca, New York, United States

• Application Deadline: November 7, 2026 – Priority Consideration

• Expected Start Date: July 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of Economics at Cornell University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in International Trade.

The department is especially interested in candidates whose research focuses on China, although scholars specializing in other geographic regions will receive full consideration. Outstanding candidates working in adjacent fields may also be considered.

Research & Teaching Expectations

• Conduct high-quality research in International Trade.

• Maintain an active scholarly research and publication agenda.

• Demonstrate excellence in academic research.

• Demonstrate excellence in teaching.

• Contribute to the intellectual and academic activities of Cornell’s Department of Economics.

• Engage with broader research questions in international economics and related fields.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Ph.D. completed by July 2027.

• Strong research background in International Trade or a closely related field.

• Demonstrated excellence or strong potential in research.

• Demonstrated excellence or strong potential in teaching.

• Research focused on China is particularly welcomed, although it is not required.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

1. Curriculum Vitae

2. Research Statement

3. Teaching Statement

4. Samples of Written Work

5. Three Letters of Recommendation

Application Process

• Application Link: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/32689

• Application Deadline: November 7, 2026

• Application Email / Enquiries: econ-search@cornell.edu

• Phone: 607-255-5617

• Applications must be submitted through Academic Jobs Online.

• Appointment is subject to Cornell’s required academic-employment disclosure procedures.

Department Website: https://www.economics.cornell.edu