Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs

George Washington University; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 150,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

Life & disability insurance

Time off & leave

Retirement savings

Tuition

Well-being

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

George Washington University in Washington, DC invites applications for two full-time, tenure-track positions in economics with a specialization in international trade, starting Fall 2027.

Candidates should have a Ph.D. in economics and will teach undergraduate and graduate courses within the Elliott School and the Economics Department, with affiliation to the Institute for International Economic Policy.

Review begins Oct 1, 2026; the position offers a competitive salary and benefits package.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in economics with a primary focus on international trade.
• Applicants must have a Ph.D. or complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by the date of appointment.
• Applications at the mid-level or senior assistant professor level will also be strongly considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in the Elliott School and Economics Department.
• Maintain flexibility regarding the teaching portfolio and affiliated programs.
• Engage with policy issues as a general criterion for appointment across institutes and master's programs.

Education

Ph.D. in economics

Job description

Recruitment Plan

• Posting Number: F002647
• Academic Title: Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs
• Rank: Assistant Professor
• Discipline: Social Sciences
• Contract Type: Tenure Track
• Required Licenses/Certifications and other Specific Requirements: Criminal History Screening, Education/Degree/Certifications Verification, Social Security Number Trace, and Sex Offender Registry Search
• Proposed Start Date: 08/01/2027
• Full-Time/Part‑Time: Full-Time
• Open Until Filled: Yes

Position Description Summary

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 Fall 2027. We seek applicants specializing in international trade.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities

Teaching responsibilities will include courses for undergraduate and graduate students in the Elliott School and the Economics Department, and the candidate should maintain flexibility regarding the eventual teaching portfolio. The position will be affiliated with the Elliott School's Institute for International Economic Policy and Master's programs in International Economic Policy, International Development Studies, and International Science and Technology Policy. Elliott School faculty maintain engagement with policy issues and the policy community as a general criterion for appointment.

Minimum Qualifications

A Ph.D. in economics with a primary focus on international trade. Applicants must have a Ph.D. or complete all requirements for the Ph.D. by the date of appointment. Applications at the mid‑level or senior assistant professor level will also be strongly considered.

Salary and Benefits

Advertised Salary: $150,000-$165,000

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life & disability insurance
• Time off & leave
• Retirement savings
• Tuition
• Well‑being
• Various voluntary benefits

For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs

Application Deadline

Review of applications will begin October 1, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled. The application deadline is December 15, 2026.

Background Screening

Successful Completion of a Background Screening will be required as a condition of hire.

EEO Statement

The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that does not unlawfully discriminate in any of its programs or activities on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or on any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Quick Link

https://www.gwu.jobs/postings/128100