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Syracuse University • United States

Assistant Professor of Economics – Syracuse University

HIRING FOR
Associate Professor
IN THE FIELD OF
Business & Economics
SALARY

Approximately INR 1.15 crore – INR 1.53 crore for an 8.5-month academic-year appointment

POSTED ON
30/09/2026
LAST DATE
30/10/2026
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ABOUT THIS POSITION

Faculty Opportunity: Assistant Professor of Economics – Syracuse University

  • Institution: Syracuse University

  • Academic Unit / Department: Department of Economics, Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs

  • Job Number: 078991

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

  • Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

  • Primary Specialization: Econometrics

  • Research Focus: Applied Microeconomics

  • Salary / Remuneration: Approximately INR 1.15 crore – INR 1.53 crore for an 8.5-month academic-year appointment

  • Location: Syracuse, New York, United States

  • Work Mode: Primarily On-Campus

  • Application Deadline: October 30, 2026

  • Priority Consideration Date: October 30, 2026

  • Position Status: Open until filled

Overview of Role

The Department of Economics at Syracuse University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics specializing in Econometrics.

The department seeks candidates with strong methodological expertise in Econometrics and research interests in Applied Microeconomics, particularly in areas such as urban economics, industrial organization, labor economics, education economics, health economics, or public economics.

Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

  • Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in Econometrics.

  • Teach additional courses in the candidate’s Applied Microeconomics area of expertise.

  • Advise doctoral students and dissertations.

  • Serve on doctoral committees and comprehensive examination committees.

  • Maintain an independent and externally visible research program.

  • Publish research in leading peer-reviewed Economics journals.

  • Contribute to interdisciplinary research activities within the Maxwell School.

Research Areas of Interest

Relevant Applied Microeconomics fields may include:

  • Urban Economics

  • Industrial Organization

  • Labor Economics

  • Economics of Education

  • Health Economics

  • Public Economics

  • Policy-oriented Econometric research

Candidates should be able to apply modern econometric methods to policy-relevant research questions.

Qualifications & Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications:

  • Ph.D. in Economics or a closely related field completed, or expected to be completed, before appointment.

  • Demonstrated potential for a research record appropriate for a tenure-track Economics appointment.

  • Ability to teach Econometrics at the graduate level.

  • Strong research potential in Econometrics and Applied Microeconomics.

Application Checklist

Applicants should submit:

  1. Cover Letter

  2. Curriculum Vitae

  3. Job Market Paper

  4. Additional Research Papers, if applicable

  5. Research Statement

  6. Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness

  7. Teaching Statement

  8. Teaching Evaluations, where available

  9. List of Professional References

  10. Three Letters of Recommendation

Recommendation letters will be requested directly from referees through Syracuse University’s employment system.

Application Process

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