The Department of Economics at the University of Melbourne invites applications for multiple continuing academic positions in economics and econometrics at Senior Lecturer level (broadly comparable to Assistant Professor in North America). We welcome applications from candidates in all fields of economics and econometrics.
The Department is a research-oriented academic community with more than 80 academic staff and strong undergraduate, master’s and PhD programs. Faculty are active in the international economics and econometrics research community through publications in leading journals, editorial service, graduate training and international conferences. The Department offers a vibrant research environment, an active seminar program and opportunities for collaboration across fields, see https://fbe.unimelb.edu.au/economics
About University of Melbourne
The University of Melbourne is ranked 22 globally in the QS World University Rankings 2027. The University values diversity and encourages applications from women, Indigenous Australians, LGBTQIA+ people, candidates from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, and people with disability.
We seek candidates with outstanding research achievements or potential, a commitment to high-quality teaching, and the capacity to contribute to the Department’s research and graduate training activities. Appointments will reflect research excellence, teaching capability and the Department’s overall needs.
The University offers 17% employer superannuation contributions, support for employer-sponsored work rights and a relocation support package, subject to applicable arrangements. For the detailed position description:
Further employment benefits and policies are described in the full position advertisement.
For queries related to this specific position, contact Professor Phillip McCalman at: econ-jobhire@unimelb.edu.au
Application procedure:
All applications must be submitted online via http://www.econjobmarket.org. Applicants are required to provide a cover letter, curriculum vitae, research paper, and three letters of reference as part of their application.
Applications close Wednesday 25 November 2026 midnight UTC
Submission materials required
Degree required: PhD in Economics, Econometrics or a related discipline, completed or expected to be completed by the commencement date
Job start date: To be confirmed
Job duration: continuing / permanent
Letters of reference required: 3
- Cover letter
- Curriculum vitae
- Job market paper
- Video presentation of job market paper (optional)
- Additional paper (optional)
- Other material (in one file) (optional)
- Additional paper (optional)
- Recommenders: 3