JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

August 1, 2024 - January 31, 2025

Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou)

Specialization in AI and Machine Learning
Urban Governance and Design
Tenure-track/Tenured Faculty in Economics

JOE ID Number: 2024-02_111474217
Date Posted: 08/28/2024
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Tenure-track/Tenured Faculty in Economics
Section: International:Full-Time Academic (Permanent, Tenure Track or Tenured)
Location: Guangzhou, Guangdong, CHINA
JEL Classifications:
A1 -- General Economics
C8 -- Data Collection and Data Estimation Methodology; Computer Programs
00 -- 00 - Default: Any Field
B4 -- Economic Methodology
Keywords:
Artificial Intelligence
Machine Learning
Cross-disciplinary
Computational Economics
AI
ML
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The Thrust of Urban Governance and Design at The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) [HKUST (GZ)] invites applications for multiple open-rank faculty positions (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, Professor) in Economics, with a focus on the application of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) technologies to economic research.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct high-quality research and publish in top-tier academic journals.
• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics and related subjects.
• Supervise and mentor graduate students.
• Engage in collaborative, cross-disciplinary research projects within the university and beyond.
• Contribute to the academic community and participate in departmental and university service.

Qualifications:

• Ph.D. in Economics, Computer Science, AI, or related disciplines.
• Strong theoretical, algorithmic, and/or computational skills.
• Demonstrated expertise in applying AI and machine learning technologies to economic problems.
• Strong research record with a proven ability to publish in top-tier journals.
• Enthusiasm for cross-disciplinary collaboration and research.

About HKUST(GZ)

Founded in June 2022, HKUST (GZ) is located in Nansha, Guangzhou, the geometric center of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. It is the world’s first university to experiment with an innovative academic structure. HKUST (GZ) is a spin-off from the world-class HKUST. With Hubs and Thrusts instead of Schools and Departments, it is geared toward promoting interdisciplinary learning in a restless search for innovative solutions to humanity’s major challenges. Our academic staff are drawn from the world’s finest institutions.

The Urban Governance and Design Thrust in the Society Hub aims to conduct cutting-edge research and disseminate knowledge to assist in the economic and social development of the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and beyond. Senior academics should demonstrate a proven commitment to teaching, experience in and readiness for cross-disciplinary curriculum and program design, and a record of service to the academic community and/or the public.

English is the medium of instruction and administration at HKUST (GZ). HKUST (GZ) is committed to diversity in recruitment and equal opportunity employment, and we strongly encourage suitable candidates from diverse backgrounds to submit their applications.

Remuneration and Conditions of Service

The salary is highly competitive and meets international standards, commensurate with qualifications and experience. Generous research funding, ample laboratory space, and excellent research equipment and support will be provided. All positions are tenure-track appointments based in Mainland China and will be offered by HKUST (GZ) in accordance with local employment laws and regulations.

Application Requirements:
  • External Application URL and Instructions Below
Application deadline: 07/31/2025
Application Instructions:
Please submit your application via the HKUST (GZ) Recruitment System at https://facrecruit.hkust-gz.edu.cn/. You will need to sign up to create a personal account. For more information on HKUST (GZ), please visit the recruitment website at https://www.hkust-gz.edu.cn/faculty-recruitment/.

The review of applications will continue until all positions are filled. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be notified of the outcome of their application.

For questions regarding the recruitment system or general inquiries, please contact us at facultyhire@hkust-gz.edu.cn. For Hub/Thrust-specific inquiries, please address your email to gzrecruitsoc@hkust-gz.edu.cn, with the subject title “Application to [Job Title], e.g. Application to Open-Rank Professor in Economics with Specialization in AI and Machine Learning.”

(Information provided by applicants will be used for recruitment and other employment-related purposes. Upon completion of the recruitment process, all application materials, including publication samples and scholarly/creative works, will be disposed of.)