JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

The George Washington University

Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111477739
Date Posted: 09/02/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Assistant Professor of Economics and International Affairs
Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Washington, District of Columbia, UNITED STATES
JEL Classification: F1 -- Trade
Keywords:
International Trade
Salary Range: $150,000-$165,000
Full Text of JOE Listing:

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.

GW offers a comprehensive benefit package that includes medical, dental, vision, life & disability insurance, time off & leave, retirement savings, tuition, well-being and various voluntary benefits. For program details and eligibility, please visit https://hr.gwu.edu/benefits-programs.

EEO Statement: The university is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer.

Application Requirements:
  • Teaching evaluations (if available)
  • Syllabi of courses taught (if available)
  • A statement of your research and teaching interests and qualifications
  • Letters of Reference
  • Research Papers
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
Application deadline: 12/15/2026
Reference Instructions:
Arrange for three letters of reference to be submitted.
Application Instructions:
Review of applications will begin October 1, 2026, and will continue until the positions are filled. The application deadline is December 15, 2026.

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