Lecturer in Economics (Assistant Professor)
Advertiser: School of Economics, University of Bristol
Field(s) of specialization: Any field
Position type(s): Assistant Professor, Lecturer
Location of job: The Priory Road Complex, Priory Road, Bristol, City of Bristol, BS8 1TU, United Kingdom
Degree required: Doctorate
Job start date: 2027-09-01
Job duration: Continuing/permanent
Letters of reference required: 3
Target date for applications: 22 Nov 2026
Application deadline: 11 Dec 2026 midnight UTC (accepting applications)
Posting end date: 11 Dec 2026
Interviews: Interviews will be conducted remotely by video starting December, 2026.
Ad text:

The School of Economics at the University of Bristol is seeking to fill multiple academic posts with outstanding scholars to expand the school’s academic and teaching profile in all fields, with special attention to researchers with extensive research or teaching expertise in data science and AI.

We are looking to appoint scholars at lectureship level (assistant professors) who will contribute to our strong economics research profile, and who will show a commitment to excellence in teaching and to contributing to the research and education culture in the School and beyond. Posts are open both at the research focused and teaching focused pathways.

The salary will be competitive, as the University operates a market supplement policy.

The post holder for the position at the research focused pathway should have a strong research background with evidence of ability to publish in the very top international economics journals, and an aptitude to teach with expertise and excellence at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate levels. The post holder for the teaching focused pathway should have extensive teaching experience at the Undergraduate level, evidence on innovative pedagogy and experience in teaching administration.

You should have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in Economics or a related discipline by the post start date (September 2027).

You can view further information about the University of Bristol School of Economics here.

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