Faculty Position in International Economics, Open Rank
Georgetown University in Qatar invites applications for an open-rank faculty position in International Economics.
Best for:Best for experienced economists with a strong record of empirical research and a commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.
Overview
Georgetown University in Qatar (GU-Q) is seeking a core faculty member at the Assistant, Associate, or Professor rank to join their International Economics department. The successful candidate will contribute to the university's renowned Bachelor of Science in Foreign Service degree program. Applicants are expected to maintain an active, high-quality research agenda and demonstrate excellence in teaching and student mentorship. The role involves a standard 2-2 teaching load and provides access to significant research funding and professional development resources.
What you'll do
- Conduct high-quality, empirically relevant research in the field of economics.
- Maintain an ambitious and active research agenda with regular publications in leading journals.
- Teach two courses per semester as part of a 2-2 teaching load.
- Provide mentorship and academic guidance to undergraduate students.
- Participate in the academic and professional life of the university.
- Engage with internal and external research funding opportunities.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Economics
Language: English
Instruction: English
Publications: Demonstrated record of publication in leading economics journals or clear evidence of potential for junior candidates.
- Demonstrated record of or clear potential for high-quality research publications.
- Strong commitment to excellence in undergraduate teaching.
- Experience in applied and empirical research methodologies.
- Ability to mentor students effectively.
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-10-15 · open until filled
Interested candidates should submit their application through the provided online portal. Review of applications begins on October 15, 2026, and will continue until the position is filled.
- CV
- Research statement
- Teaching statement
- Sample of research
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