JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

Georgia Institute of Technology

School of Economics
Postdoctoral Scholar

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477305
Date Posted: 02/25/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Postdoctoral Scholar
Section: US: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Atlanta, Georgia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: O0 -- General
Salary Range: 65,000-70,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

Post-doctoral Scholar
The School of Economics at the Georgia Institute of Technology is seeking a postdoctoral scholar with a PhD in economics.

The scholar will work under the supervision of Dr. Shatakshee Dhongde on research projects related to AI,education, food insecurity, health, housing, poverty, and inequality. The scholar will serve an initial 12-month appointment with the possibility of a 12- month extension based on performance and available funding. Ph.D. must be in hand before beginning the appointment. The scholar should have legal permit to reside and work in the United States for the duration of the appointment. On site availability in Atlanta is preferred, though certain hybrid work schedules are negotiable.

The scholar will collaborate on research projects with the intention of completing two research papers during the year and help organize workshops and conferences. The scholar may be offered an option of teaching one course a year. For more information please visit https://iac.gatech.edu/people/person/shatakshee-dhongde
Review of applications will begin asap and continue until the position is filled.

Application Requirements:
  • Research Papers
  • Transcripts
  • Job Market Paper
  • Letters of Reference
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
Application deadline: 04/15/2026
Application Instructions:
For more information please visit https://iac.gatech.edu/people/person/shatakshee-dhongde