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Assistant Professor
Advertiser: Economics, Cornell University
Field(s) of specialization: Labor; Demographic Economics
Position type(s): Assistant Professor
Location of job: 109 Tower Road, Ithaca, NY, 14853, United States
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: 2026-07-01
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Salary: 83,200 to 185,000 USD
Letters of reference required: 3
Application deadline: 10 Nov 2025 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 14 Nov 2025
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video
Ad text:

Cornell University, Department of Economics, Assistant Professor

Title: Assistant Professor

Section: US: Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure-Track)

Location: Ithaca, NY, USA

JEL Classification: 00 Default: Any Field

J01 Labor Economics: General

Keywords: Labor Economics

Deadline Date: 11/10/2025

Full Text of JOE Listing:

The DEPARTMENT OF ECONOMICS at CORNELL UNIVERSITY invites applications for an Assistant Professor position in labor economics. We encourage scholars working in other fields (e.g. development, industrial organization, macro, trade) where labor markets are central to their research agenda to also apply. Candidates must have received a Ph.D. by July 2026 and must demonstrate excellence in research and excellence in teaching.

Information about the Economics Department appears at http://www.economics.cornell.edu. Priority will be given to applications received by November 10, 2025.

Pay Range: $83,200 - $185,000

Actual salary offers in the School of Industrial and Labor Relations will be based on education, experience, discipline, and relevant skills.

APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS

Interested applicants should submit a curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, samples of written work, research statement, teaching statement.

Applicants must submit materials through academicjobsonline.org.

Online Application URL: https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30637

Information for URL: http://www.economics.cornell.edu

For more information, email: econ-search@cornell.edu

For more information, phone: 607-255-5617

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Cornell University embraces diversity in its workforce and seeks job candidates who will contribute to a climate that supports students, faculty, and staff of all identities and backgrounds. We hire based on merit, and encourage people from historically underrepresented and/or marginalized identities to apply. Consistent with federal law, Cornell engages in affirmative action in employment for qualified protected veterans as defined in the Vietnam Era Veterans’ Readjustment Assistance Act (VEVRRA) and qualified individuals with disabilities under Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. We also recognize a lawful preference in employment practices for Native Americans living on or near Indian reservations in accordance with applicable law.

Application procedure

To apply, visit https://academicjobsonline.org/ajo/jobs/30637. (See posting for details.)

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