Jobloria
Assistant Professor/Associate Professor
American Economic Association
Location : Scarsdale, NY, 10583
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : $180,000-$220,000
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)
August 1, 2025 - January 31, 2026
Columbia University
Position Title/Short Description
Full Text of JOE Listing:
Position Description
Columbia University’s Department of Economics invites applications for a tenured or tenure-track professor to begin as early as July 1, 2026. We seek scholars in any area of economics (e.g., microeconomics, econometrics, macroeconomics). The responsibilities of the position include undergraduate and graduate teaching, research and publication, and institutional service.The appointment can be at any tenure-track rank, Assistant Professor, tenure track or tenured Associate Professor or Full Professor. Review begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled.
Qualifications
Ph.D., outstanding publication record, proven excellence as a teacher.
Application Instructions
Applicants are required to create an applicant profile and upload a CV in Columbia’s online Academic Search and Recruiting (ASR) system.
Additionally, the following supporting documents must be uploaded at www.econjobmarket.org (EJM): Curriculum vitae, a selection of research papers, and contact information for three reference providers, who may be asked to provide a letter of recommendation at a later date.
Please note that an application will not be considered complete unless supporting materials are uploaded in EJM and the applicant has created a profile and uploaded a CV in ASR.
Application Requirements:
- External Application Link
- Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Reference Instructions:
Application URLs:
Freqently Asked Questions
In Scarsdale and nearby academic hubs, economics fields like econometrics and macroeconomics attract significant interest. Candidates with strong publication records in these areas tend to face higher competition, reflecting local demand for expertise that can address complex economic trends and policy analysis.
Scarsdale’s academic environment values a balance between innovative research and community engagement. Professors are expected to contribute to rigorous scholarship while fostering collaboration with both students and regional economic organizations, enhancing practical learning and institutional service.
A Ph.D. in economics combined with an impressive array of publications distinguishes applicants. Excellence in both graduate-level teaching and impactful research, particularly in microeconomics or econometrics, aligns well with expectations in competitive Scarsdale-area academic roles.
Starting as an Assistant Professor, individuals focus on building a strong research portfolio and teaching credentials. Progression to Associate Professor often requires tenure approval, based on publication impact and service contributions, before advancing potentially to full professorship.
The American Economic Association emphasizes transparency and comprehensive evaluation, requiring applicants to submit detailed research selections and referee contacts via specialized platforms. This ensures candidates are assessed holistically, including scholarly output and teaching potential.
Affiliation with the American Economic Association connects professors to a vast network of economists, fostering research collaborations and access to cutting-edge economic discourse. Based in NY, it also offers proximity to influential policy centers, enhancing the role’s impact.
Typically, economics professors in Scarsdale earn between $90,000 and $150,000 annually, reflecting the high cost of living and competitive academic market in the NY metro area. Salaries often increase with tenure and publication impact, matching national benchmarks for research-intensive roles.
Early-career professors often juggle intensive research deadlines alongside developing engaging undergraduate and graduate courses. Managing institutional service duties while maintaining a publication pipeline requires strategic time management and prioritization.
Associate Professors typically lead both foundational and advanced courses in economics, mentor graduate students, and contribute to curriculum development. Balancing large lecture classes with smaller seminars fosters a dynamic teaching portfolio.
Recruitment is highly competitive, with thousands of applicants vying for limited positions annually. Candidates with exceptional research outputs, strong teaching evaluations, and comprehensive application materials submitted through platforms like econjobmarket.org stand a better chance.
Find The Related Jobs
Nysais
After-School Instructor
New York, NY