JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Johns Hopkins University
Position Title/Short Description
Section: US: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Baltimore, Maryland, UNITED STATES
JEL Classifications:
C -- Mathematical and Quantitative Methods
E -- Macroeconomics and Monetary Economics
F -- International Economics
G -- Financial Economics
Salary Range: $85,000 - $90,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:
The Department of Economics at Johns Hopkins University invites applications for two postdoctoral fellowships in econometrics and applied macroeconomics. The fellows will have the opportunity to collaborate closely with Bloomberg Distinguished Professor of Economics & Statistics, Prof. Domenico Giannone, whose research spans econometrics, applied macroeconomics, and international economics.
The Department of Economics at JHU is internationally recognized for its research excellence and collaborative environment. Postdoctoral fellows will have access to a dynamic community of scholars, seminars, and workshops, fostering interdisciplinary exchange and opportunities for impactful research.
We are particularly interested in candidates working at the intersection of econometrics, macroeconometrics, and international economics. Areas of emphasis include:
Nowcasting and forecasting using large and diverse data sources
Macroeconometric models for cross-country and global monitoring, including linkages, spillovers, and macro-financial risks
Applications of large language models and text-as-data methods to extract signals from news, policy communications, and digital sources
Policy-oriented tools for monitoring and risk assessment, with emphasis on low-income countries and emerging markets
The expected salary range is $85,000 - $90,000.
Qualifications:
Ph.D. in Economics, Statistics, or related field (completed or expected by start date)
Demonstrated research potential in econometrics, macroeconometrics, or applied macroeconomics
Strong interest in developing models and methods relevant for policy monitoring, forecasting, and risk assessment in international settings
Terms:
Location: Department of Economics, Johns Hopkins University, Baltimore, MD
Duration: Initial appointment of one year, renewable subject to performance and funding
Start Date: Flexible, preferably during 2025–2026
Salary: Competitive, with research support and benefits in line with Johns Hopkins standards
Application Requirements:
- External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application Instructions:
Applications should include a cover letter, CV, and job market paper or representative research sample.
Applicants should arrange for three letters of recommendation to be sent separately via Interfolio. Applications will be considered until the position is filled.