Cornell University, Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy
Economics / Energy, Econometrics, Environmental/Natural Resources Economics, statistics
Position Description
The Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy and the Department of Economics jointly invite applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Economics and Public Policy. We seek economists whose research engages with either of two broadly defined areas: (1) data science and/or technology policy or (2) environmental and/or sustainability policy. The successful candidate will receive appointments in both the Department of Economics and the Brooks School of Public Policy.
Data science and/or technology policy: We welcome economists who: (1) develop data science methods with applications to public policy; or (2) use frontier data science methods or novel forms of data to address policy relevant economic questions; or (3) study the economic and policy implications of artificial intelligence, algorithms, digital platforms, or other emerging technologies. Such research may advance data science methods, deepen our understanding of economic effects of new methods and technologies, or inform policy design and regulation of emerging technologies.
Environmental and/or sustainability policy: We
welcome economists studying topics such as environmental quality, climate
change, energy markets and the energy transition, environmental regulation,
natural resources, pollution, sustainability, and other related topics.
Research should inform the understanding, design, or evaluation of
environmental policy.
In compliance with New York’s Pay Transparency Law, the annual base salary range for this position is $150,000 - $185,000. Cornell University considers factors such as (but not limited to) scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate’s work experience, education/training, key skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer.
Consistent with Cornell’s practice, appointments to academic positions require candidates to disclose relevant information about their prior employment including whether they have been found to have violated institutional or employer policies related to or governing unlawful discrimination and harassment, academic and research misconduct, or financial misconduct.
We will begin to review applications starting November 9, 2026, and will continue until the search is complete. To guarantee full consideration, your file should be complete by this date. Cornell has historical commitment to pursuing knowledge for “…any person…in any study”, and welcomes students, faculty and staff from all walks of life.
The Cornell Jeb E. Brooks School of Public Policy was established in 2021 to tackle the most pressing policy challenges we face in the U.S. and globally. To advance this goal, we are hiring world-class research scholars across many disciplines who are oriented toward policy engagement and impact. More information appears at https://www.publicpolicy.cornell.edu/
Application Information: Interested applicants should submit a
curriculum vitae, three letters of recommendation, samples of written work,
research statement, and teaching statement.
Information about the Economics Department appears at https://www.economics.cornell.edu.
Questions about the position and the search can be sent to
the search committee chair, Amanda Agan, amanda.agan@cornell.edu.
For specific questions about the position or application process, please contact the Recruiter listed in the job posting or for general questions email mycareer@cornell.edu.
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Pay Ranges:
The hiring rate of pay for the successful candidate will be determined considering the following criteria:
- Prior relevant work or industry experience.
- Education level to the extent education is relevant to the position.
- Academic Discipline (faculty pay ranges reflects 9-month annual salary)
- Unique applicable skills.
Application Materials Required:
- Curriculum Vitae
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Up to three up to 3 examples of written works
- Three reference letters (to be submitted online by the reference writers on this site
)
Further Info:
Cornell University
Ithaca, NY 14853