Assistant Professor, Economics (Tenure-track)

University at Buffalo; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Economics at University at Buffalo invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure-track) specializing in industrial organization, microeconomic theory, and/or macroeconomics with research interests related to artificial intelligence. A PhD in hand or expected by August 2027 is required.

The position emphasizes high-quality research and outstanding teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels.

Qualifications

• PhD in hand or expected by August 2027.

Responsibilities

• Undergraduate and graduate teaching and advising.
• Service to the department, university, and discipline.

Job description

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.

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University at Buffalo is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and, in keeping with our commitment, welcomes all to apply including veterans and individuals with disabilities.