Economics & Public Policy: Assistant Professor (Data/Tech)

Cornell University; Town of Ithaca (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 185,000; Full time

Job summary

Cornell University’s Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and the Department of Economics invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics and Public Policy. The position spans economics and public policy with research foci in data science or environmental policy, and appointments in both departments.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. by July 2027 and show potential for outstanding research and teaching at undergrad and grad levels. Review begins Nov 9, 2026.

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics, Public Policy, or related field by July 2027.
• Research in data science methods with policy applications or environmental policy.
• Record of excellence in research and teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach and advise in economics and public policy at undergraduate and graduate levels.
• Contribute to research and policy engagement across both units.

Skills

Data science

Technology policy

Economics research

Policy analysis

Education

PhD in Economics, Public Policy, or related field

Job description

Cornell University’s Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and the Department of Economics invite applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor of Economics and Public Policy. The position spans economics and public policy with research foci in data science or environmental policy, and appointments in both departments.

Candidates must have a Ph.D. by July 2027 and show potential for outstanding research and teaching at undergrad and grad levels. Review begins Nov 9, 2026.