Lecturer in Economics
Join York Business School as a Lecturer in Economics to deliver inspiring undergraduate teaching and develop an impactful research profile.
Best for:Best for economics PhDs with undergraduate teaching experience and a quantitative background.
Overview
York St John University is seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer in Economics to join the York Business School. The successful candidate will deliver engaging undergraduate teaching across core topics such as microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics, while providing robust pastoral and academic support to students. Responsibilities include leading seminars and lectures, managing assessment cycles, and contributing to a growing national and international research profile. Applicants must hold a doctoral degree in economics or a closely related quantitative field and demonstrate a strong commitment to student-centered pedagogy.
What you'll do
- Deliver engaging undergraduate lectures, seminars, and small group tutorials in economics.
- Design and manage assessment cycles, grade student assignments to university standards, and provide constructive, timely feedback.
- Offer dedicated academic and pastoral support to a diverse student body to foster retention, progression, and success.
- Coordinate modules effectively, demonstrating strong administrative and organizational skills.
- Cultivate and maintain a solid personal research profile in economics or finance.
- Collaborate collegially with departmental teams on curriculum delivery and student support initiatives.
Requirements
Degree required: PhD in Economics or a closely related quantitative field
Language: English
Instruction: English
- Proven experience delivering economics modules at the undergraduate level
- Subject expertise in core undergraduate topics including microeconomics, macroeconomics, and econometrics
- Demonstrated track record of supporting student retention, progression, and academic success
- Experience in managing assessment cycles and marking to university standards
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship under UKVI requirements
Funding & terms
How to apply
Deadline: 2026-11-03
Submit your application through the official university jobs portal before the stated deadline. Shortlisted candidates will be invited to participate in an interview and assessment process.
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Contact
Silvia Szilagyiova
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