Advanced Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Econometrics and AI Policy – Emory University

Faculty Opportunity: Advanced Assistant Professor / Associate Professor in Econometrics and AI Policy – Emory University

• Institution: Emory University

• Academic Unit / Department: Department of Economics, Emory College of Arts and Sciences

• Job Reference / Requisition ID: 173389

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

• Academic Rank / Level: Advanced Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

• Specialization: Econometrics and AI Policy

• Salary / Remuneration: Competitive; exact salary not specified in the job posting

• Location: Atlanta, Georgia, United States

• Work Mode: In-Person; remote work is not available

• Application Deadline: October 22, 2026 – Application Review Begins

• Expected Start Date: August 1, 2027

Overview of Role

The Department of Economics at Emory University invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Advanced Assistant Professor or Associate Professor level in Econometrics and AI Policy.

The department seeks scholars whose research connects econometric methods with artificial intelligence, economic policy, digital markets, innovation, emerging technologies, and their economic consequences or regulation.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Conduct high-quality research in Econometrics, Artificial Intelligence, Economic Policy, or related areas.

• Maintain an active and internationally visible research agenda.

• Publish scholarly research in leading peer-reviewed journals.

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Economics.

• Contribute to teaching in areas such as Artificial Intelligence and Economic Policy.

• Teach or support courses related to Emerging Technologies and Innovation Policy.

• Mentor undergraduate and graduate students.

• Contribute to the academic and research mission of the Department of Economics.

• Participate in departmental, college, and university service.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Economics or a related field.

• Distinguished record of scholarly achievement.

• Evidence of publications in leading academic journals.

• Active and productive research agenda.

• Strong record of teaching excellence.

• Demonstrated experience mentoring undergraduate and/or graduate students.

• Research expertise connecting econometric methods with one or more of the following:

  • Artificial Intelligence

  • Economic Policy

  • Digital Markets

  • Innovation

  • Emerging Technologies

  • Technology Regulation

  • Economic Consequences of AI and Technological Change

• Ability to contribute to interdisciplinary research and policy-oriented teaching is highly valued.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: Competitive; exact salary figures are not specified in the official advertisement.

• Faculty benefits are available according to Emory University policies.

• The position requires work to be performed in person at an Emory University location.

Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Cover Letter

2. Curriculum Vitae

3. Names of Three References

All application materials must be submitted through the designated Interfolio portal.

Application Process

• Application Link: Apply here

• Application Platform: Interfolio

• Application Review Begins: October 22, 2026

• Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled.

• Applicants should not apply through the Emory iCIMS listing.

• Contact / Enquiries: elizabeth.anne.eichinger@emory.edu

Official Website: https://economics.emory.edu/