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. Learn more: Our benefits , where we prioritize your well-being and success to enhance every aspect of your life. Being a part of the University at Buffalo community. The University at Buffalo is an equal opportunity employer ( EOE ) and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with a disability.

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. Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * Are you a SUNY employee eligible for special consideration as a result of retrenchment?

Yes No * Please indicate your current employment affiliation with the University at Buffalo. Faculty Faculty Student Association (FSA) Research Foundation Employee State Classified State Professional UB Foundation TA/GA Student No Current Employment Affiliation * How did you first hear about this employment opportunity? AcademicKeys.com CareerExposure.com CareerWomen.com Chronicle of Higher Education DiversitySearch.com GoogleJobs.com HERCjobs.org HigherEdJobs.com IMDiversity.com Indeed.com LinkedIn.com MBACareers.com Conference Personal Referral UBJobs.buffalo.edu Other WNY Jobs Documents Needed To Apply Required Documents Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Research Statement Teaching Statement Writing Sample Optional Documents Additional Supporting Documentation Human Resources Townsend Hall 205 Hayes Rd Buffalo, NY 14214 716-645-7777 [email protected] UB is an AA/EOE and welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Arrangements will be made if an applicant has a disability in order to provide access to the application, interview and selection process upon request.

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