Economics Assistant Professor - Macroeconomics & AI Modeling

San Jose State University; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 95,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

San Jose State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Economics beginning in August 2026. We seek candidates with research and teaching interests in Macroeconomics, International Economics, Forecasting in Big Data and Machine Learning, and AI Dynamic Modeling.

The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research, supervise student projects, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, with strong potential to secure external

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics expected by the date of the appointment.
• Demonstrated record of effective teaching.
• Demonstration of research potential and an established agenda for future research.
• Awareness of the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop curriculum in areas of specialization as well as core economics courses.
• Advise and mentor both undergraduate and graduate students.
• Maintain an active research agenda and contribute to the advancement of the discipline through peer‑reviewed scholarship and professional engagement.
• Participate in shared governance, usually in Department, College, and University committees and other service assignments.
• Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS).
• Demonstrate awareness and experience in understanding the needs of a diverse student population through inclusive teaching and advisement.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research potential

Cross-cultural awareness

Adaptability

Education

Ph.D. in Economics

Ph.D. expected by appointment date

Job description

San Jose State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Economics beginning in August 2026. We seek candidates with research and teaching interests in Macroeconomics, International Economics, Forecasting in Big Data and Machine Learning, and AI Dynamic Modeling.

The successful candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses, conduct research, supervise student projects, and collaborate with colleagues across disciplines, with strong potential to secure external