JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2026 - January 31, 2027

Jinan University

Institute for Economic and Social Research (IESR)
International Research Fellows - 3 year fixed-term

JOE ID Number: 2026-02_111478202
Date Posted: 10/15/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: International Research Fellows - 3 year fixed-term
Section: International: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Guangzhou, Guangdong, CHINA
JEL Classification: 00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
Keywords:
Economics, AI, Statistics
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Institute for Economic and Social Research (IESR)(https://iesr.jnu.edu.cn/Home/main.htm), Jinan University, invites applications for several International Research Fellows. This recruitment aims to bring international perspectives to enrich IESR’s research environment. Outstanding young international scholars with strong capability, originality and excellent academic achievements are encouraged to apply.

The term of appointment is three years, and no extensions are granted. Fellows shall conduct independent high-quality research, attend regular IESR academic activities including brown bag seminars, and work on-site. Collaboration with IESR faculty, advisory board members and other fellows is encouraged.

Preferred fields: Economics, AI and Statistics. Non-economist applicants in AI/statistics need to show strong interest in applying their work to economics. A brief 3-year research statement is required.

Candidates must hold a PhD obtained within the past three years or to be awarded before the position starts, with good English proficiency. The package includes competitive salary plus research and international travel funding.

For more information, please visit https://iesr.jnu.edu.cn/2026/0918/c17720a863313/page.htm or contact us at iesr_job@126.com.

Application Requirements:
  • copies of degree certificates, and other supporting materials
  • A statement outlining the next 3-year research plans
  • Letters of Reference
  • Cover Letter
  • CV
Application deadline: 07/31/2027
Application Instructions:
Please submit your application via JOE, or send your materials to iesr_job@126.com. Interested candidates must clearly indicate in their application that they are applying for the position of “International Research Fellow”.