Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs – The George Washington University

Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs – The George Washington University

• Institution: The George Washington University

• Academic Unit / Department: Elliott School of International Affairs and Department of Economics

• Job Reference / Posting Number: F002647

• Appointment Type: Full-Time, Tenure-Track

• Academic Rank / Level: Assistant Professor

• Salary / Remuneration: USD $150,000–$165,000 per year

• Location: Washington, DC, USA

• Application Deadline: December 15, 2026

• Positions Available: 2

• Expected Start Date: August 1, 2027

📋 Overview of Role

The George Washington University’s Elliott School of International Affairs and Department of Economics invite applications for two full-time, tenure-track faculty positions beginning in Fall 2027. The positions seek candidates specializing in international trade.

The successful candidates will teach undergraduate and graduate students and will be affiliated with the Elliott School’s Institute for International Economic Policy and relevant master’s programs.

🎯 Key Responsibilities & Teaching Scope

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Elliott School and Department of Economics.

• Maintain flexibility regarding the eventual teaching portfolio.

• Contribute to the Institute for International Economic Policy.

• Participate in the Elliott School’s master’s programs in:

  • International Economic Policy

  • International Development Studies

  • International Science and Technology Policy

• Maintain engagement with policy issues and the policy community.

• Contribute to research and scholarly activities in international trade.

• Participate in academic and institutional activities as required.

🎓 Qualifications & Candidate Profile

• Required Education: Ph.D. in Economics with a primary focus on international trade.

• Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or complete all Ph.D. requirements by the date of appointment.

• Experience & Specializations: Specialization in international trade.

• Applications from candidates at the mid-level or senior assistant professor level will also be strongly considered.

• Candidates should demonstrate qualifications appropriate for teaching and research in economics and international affairs.

💼 Remuneration & Benefits

• Salary: USD $150,000–$165,000 per year.

• Comprehensive benefits package including:

  • Medical insurance

  • Dental insurance

  • Vision insurance

  • Life and disability insurance

  • Time off and leave

  • Retirement savings

  • Tuition benefits

  • Well-being benefits

  • Various voluntary benefits

📄 Application Checklist & Required Documents

1. Statement of Teaching and Research Interest

2. Curriculum Vitae (CV)

3. Cover Letter

4. One or at most two research papers

5. Syllabi of courses taught, if available

6. Teaching evaluations, if available

7. Three letters of reference arranged for submission

8. Other documents as requested in the application instructions

📬 Application Process

• 🔗 Application Link: AEA Job Portal

• 📧 Contact / Enquiries: GW Human Resource Management & Development — askhrmd@gwu.edu

• 📅 Deadline: December 15, 2026

• Review: Applications will begin to be reviewed on October 1, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled.

• Application Status: Open until filled.

• Application Method: Applications must be submitted through the AEA Job Portal.

• Background Screening: Successful completion of a background screening is required as a condition of hire.

🌐 Official Website / Domain: https://www.gwu.edu/