Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Economics

• School of Economics

• Up to 2 full-time (100%), permanent positions available

• Position can be offered at Academic Level B or C:

  • Academic level B base salary will be in the range $110,365.29 - $130,765.78 + 17% Superannuation

  • Academic level C base salary will be in the range $134,845.87 - $155,246.38 + 17% Superannuation

• Based at our St Lucia Campus

About This Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for Lecturers (Level B) or Senior Lecturers (Level C) to focus their efforts on growing their profile in research, teaching and service and engagement. As a teaching and research academic at Level B or C, you will aspire to achieve international recognition in your field of research.

For US applicants, please note that Australian universities use British terminology, so the Lecturer position is equivalent to an Assistant Professor position in the US, with the position of Senior Lecturer being a more senior one.

Please click HERE to view the appointment booklet and for a full list of key responsibilities and the ‘About You’ section.

This is a teaching & research position. Further information can be found by viewing UQ’s Criteria for Academic Performance.

The successful candidate may be required to complete a number of pre-employment checks, including: right to work in Australia, criminal check, education check, etc. 

Work Rights: Visa sponsorship may be available for this appointment.

Relocating from interstate or overseas? We will support you with the visa sponsorship process and a relocation support package. You can find out more about life in Australia’s Sunshine State here.

About UQ

As part of the UQ community, you will have the opportunity to work alongside the brightest minds, who have joined us from all over the world, and within an environment where interdisciplinary collaborations are encouraged.

At the core of our teaching remains our students, and their experience with us sets a foundation for success far beyond graduation. UQ has made a commitment to making education opportunities available for all Queenslanders, regardless of personal, financial, or geographical barriers.

As part of our commitment to excellence in research and professional practice in academic contexts, we are proud to provide our staff with access to world-class facilities and equipment, grant writing support, greater research funding opportunities, and other forms of staff support and development.

The greater benefits of joining the UQ community are broad:  from being part of a Group of Eight university, to recognition of prior service with other Australian universities, up to 26 weeks of paid parental leave, 17.5% annual leave loading, flexible working arrangements including hybrid on site/WFH options and flexible start/finish times, and genuine career progression opportunities via the academic promotions process.

Questions? 

For more information about this opportunity, please contact Professor Claudio Mezzetti ([email protected]). For application queries, please contact [email protected] stating the job reference number (below) in the subject line.

Want to Apply? 

All applicants must upload the following documents in order for your application to be considered:

• Cover letter addressing the ‘About You’ section

• Curriculum Vitae/Resume

• Job Market/Research Paper

• Two written references/Recommendations

Please apply through our listing on the JOE Network: HERE

Other Information 

UQ is committed to a fair, equitable and inclusive selection process, which recognises that some applicants may face additional barriers and challenges which have impacted and/or continue to impact their career trajectory. Candidates who don’t meet all criteria are encouraged to apply and demonstrate their potential. The selection panel considers both potential and performance relative to opportunities when assessing suitability for the role.

We know one of our strengths as an institution lies in our diverse colleagues. We're dedicated to equity, diversity, and inclusion, fostering an environment that mirrors our wider community. We're committed to attracting, retaining, and promoting diverse talent. Reach out to [email protected] for accessibility support or adjustments.

Applications close Friday, 8th November 2024 at 11.00pm AEST (R-42976). Please note that interviews and seminars will take place across December 2024 and January 2025.