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St Andrews, United Kingdom
Flexible start date.
University of St Andrews
Various fields
30 Mar 2026
30 Mar 2026
The University of St Andrews Business School invites applications for the position of Senior Lecturer or Reader in Economics and Public Policy. The successful candidate will join the Business School at an exciting time. The newly launched School is the largest in the University, building on the University's rich heritage and the legacy of the leading Schools of Economics and Finance and Management, whose merger created it. Its mission is to develop globally-minded leaders with the ambition, knowledge and skills to create a more prosperous and sustainable world. Within the University of St Andrews Business School, Economics ranked second of all UK institutions in The Guardian University Guide 2026.
The successful candidate will be a scholar with an international research reputation who can contribute to the School's world-leading and interdisciplinary research agenda. The candidate will successfully publish research in premier economics and policy journals, attract research funding or other financial support, and promote knowledge exchange to strengthen the School's reputation for academic excellence. The candidate must also be an excellent teacher, capable of teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students from diverse backgrounds. Applications from candidates who bring professional policy experience, whether from government service, international organisations, or other policy-making institutions are welcomed. The successful candidate will also actively engage in purposeful partnerships with academic, public, private, and third-sector organisations to drive research impact and enhance the student experience.
The position is open to scholars in any broadly defined area of policy-relevant applied microeconomics. We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in public finance, health and healthcare, inequality, crime, or environmental policy, but will seriously consider all candidates whose research informs policy decisions. The successful candidate will be expected to teach on the Master of Public Policy (MPP), including core modules in economics and econometric methods, and option modules in their area of expertise. Candidates who can credibly teach applications of machine learning for policy analysis are especially desired, as are candidates who research developing countries.
The St Andrews MPP programme will welcome its first cohort in August 2026 and is focused on data analysis and policy evaluation. It is unique in the United Kingdom in being situated in a Department of Economics and a Business School. In addition to contributing to the development of the MPP, successful candidates will have the opportunity to contribute to the establishment of a new research institute for policy studies.
Candidates will hold a PhD in Economics or a cognate discipline.
For further information and informal enquiries about the post, please contact Professor David A. Jaeger, Director of the Master of Public Policy Programme (david.jaeger@st-andrews.ac.uk), Professor Conny Wollbrant, Head of the Department of Economics (conny.wollbrant@st-andrews.ac.uk), or Professor Mark Brewer, Dean of the Business School (BSchoolDean@st-andrews.ac.uk).
St Andrews offers more than just a place to work—it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.
In addition to the salary on offer for this position, there are a wide range of benefits for staff working at the University of St Andrews. The package for the Senior Lecturer or Reader in Economics and Public Policy includes:
- Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
- Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with generous employer contributions of 14.5%
- A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
- Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
- Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
- Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
- 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays.
To apply, visit https://www.vacancies.st-andrews.ac.uk/Vacancies/W/1965/0/464482/889/senior-lecturer-or-reader-in-economics-ac2677. (See posting for details.)
Oxford, United Kingdom
Flexible start date. Duration: 3 years
University of Oxford
Any field
20 Apr 2026
20 Apr 2026
The deadline has been extended from April 17 to April 20 due to EJM system downtime April 13
185136 - Teaching Fellow (Departmental Lecturer) in Economics
Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265 annum (with a discretionary range to £63,489 annum)
The Department of Economics is seeking to employ a Teaching Fellow (Departmental Lecturer-TF/DL) in Economics. The post is tenable for three years, and the successful candidate must be available to start no later than the autumn of 2026, as the role is currently vacant.
The principal task of the Departmental Lecturer will be to work with academic colleagues in the Department of Economics and with professional colleagues within the Saïd Business School to develop teaching materials for the MSc in Applied Financial Economics (MAFE) course. The MAFE is a new hybrid (part on-line, part in-person) degree which is due to take its first cohort of students in 26-27. Much of the academic content, which covers topics in micro, macro and financial econometrics, already exists and is currently being taught on the highly successful MSc in Financial Economics (MFE). However, the content of the MFE, which has been developed for in-person teaching, needs to be adapted to the requirements of high-quality on-line learning. It is this adaptation which will form the bulk of the postholder’s responsibility in the first two years in the post. Afterwards, the postholder will be expected to continuously maintain and review the materials for the MAFE and will also be required to deliver lectures and supervision at other programmes within the Economics Department.
The teaching and supervision load will be 336 ‘stint points’, which is the unit in which teaching and supervision contributions are measured. The total amount of teaching and supervision must not normally exceed this without the approval of the Head of Department.
View the further particulars here: JD
The closing date for applications is midnight UTC on Monday, 20th April 2026 and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the closing date. Interviews are expected to take place online soon after the closing date.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those under-represented within higher education. No applicant or members of staff shall be unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined according to personal merit and the application of criteria related to the duties and conditions of the post. In all cases, the primary consideration will be the ability to perform the job. As stated in the University’s Equality Policy and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan, our commitment to equality and diversity goes hand in hand with our commitment to academic freedom and free speech.
To apply for this position, log in and choose your Applicant role (or, if you have no account, create one).Oxford, United Kingdom
Flexible start date. Duration: 3 years
University of Oxford
Any field
20 Apr 2026
20 Apr 2026
The deadline has been extended from April 17 to April 20 due to EJM system downtime April 13
185089 - Teaching Fellow (Departmental Lecturer) in Economics
Grade 8: £49,119 - £58,265 annum (with a discretionary range to £63,489 annum)
The Department of Economics is seeking to employ a Departmental Lecturer in Economics. The post is tenable for three years, and the successful candidate must be available to start in September 2026.
Reporting to the Associate Head of Resources, the post holder will be required to provide lectures, classes and supervision, and to undertake advanced academic study in support of their teaching. The post holder will also be required to undertake administrative tasks at the Department, such as examination, admissions and teaching-related committee work. The lecturer may be asked to contribute to undergraduate tutorial teaching in a College.
The Department offers different programmes both at undergraduate and graduate level. The teaching involves giving lectures, classes and tutorials. Depending on the programme, supervision might be provided in small groups or individually.
The teaching, supervision and administrative load will be 336 ‘stint points’, which is the unit in which teaching and supervision contributions are measured. The total amount of teaching and supervision must not normally exceed this without the approval of the Head of Department.
View the further particulars here: JD
The closing date for applications is midnight UTC on Monday, 20th April 2026, and applications will be reviewed on an ongoing basis until the closing date. Interviews are expected to take place online soon after the closing date.
We welcome applications from individuals from all backgrounds, including those under-represented within higher education. No applicant or members of staff shall be unlawfully discriminated against on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. Employment with the University and progression within employment will be determined according to personal merit and the application of criteria related to the duties and conditions of the post. In all cases, the primary consideration will be the ability to perform the job. As stated in the University’s Equality Policy and Equality, Diversity and Inclusion Strategic Plan, our commitment to equality and diversity goes hand in hand with our commitment to academic freedom and free speech.
To apply for this position, log in and choose your Applicant role (or, if you have no account, create one).OXFORD, United Kingdom
Flexible start date. Duration: 4 years
University of Oxford
Any field
9 Apr 2026
9 Apr 2026
Merton College proposes to elect a Career Development Fellow in Economics. The successful candidate will be appointed from 1 October 2026 (or as soon as possible thereafter) for a period terminating no later than 30 September 2030. This is a prestigious career development post which will provide a promising academic with opportunities to develop as a researcher and university teacher.
The main duties of the post will be: to undertake innovative research in Economics; to contribute to the wider academic research projects in the University in Economics, including establishing productive research collaborations with other academics in Oxford or elsewhere; to teach undergraduates studying Economics for an average of six weighted hours per week in full term; and to share in the organisational and pastoral responsibilities for students of the college studying Economics. The Fellow will be entitled to free meals, medical insurance, research expenses and other benefits.
The successful applicant will hold, or be near completion of, a doctorate in Economics and will demonstrate achievement (commensurate with the candidate’s career) in research in Economics at a standard which will contribute to and enhance the national and international profile of Economics at Oxford. The ability to provide effective tutorial (small group) teaching to high-achieving undergraduates is essential. The postholder will also need to demonstrate aptitude for a full range of college academic duties; the willingness to undertake the wider duties and obligations of a Fellow of the College; and commitment to a personal career development plan.
The duties and skills required are described in more detail in the further particulars which also contain details on eligibility criteria and how to apply. These are available at https://www.merton.ox.ac.uk/vacancies
The deadline for candidates to submit any queries in relation to the post or application process is 09:00 (UK time) on Thursday 2 April 2026. Any enquiries should be directed in the first instance to the HR Team at vacancies@merton.ox.ac.uk
The closing date for applications is 09:00 (UK time) on Thursday 9 April 2026. Interviews are expected to be held on Tuesday 28 April 2026.
Merton College is an equal opportunities employer.
To apply, send a message to vacancies@merton.ox.ac.uk. (See posting for details.)
King's College London
Any field
31 Mar 2026
31 Mar 2026
About the Role
King’s Business School (KBS) invites expressions of interest for the position of Professor of Economics within the Department of Economics. We are looking for an outstanding scholar with an international reputation for research excellence (any field) and a commitment to high quality teaching.
The appointee will be expected to:
- Produce internationally leading research in their field of economics.
- Provide mentorship to academic colleagues and early-career researchers.
- Deliver high-quality teaching and curriculum development at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
- Engage with policy, industry, and the wider community to enhance the impact of the department’s work.
Working conditions (salary, teaching load, administrative responsibility) are responsive to market conditions.
About You
You will have:
- A PhD in Economics or a closely related discipline.
- An outstanding record of research publications in top-tier journals.
- A strong track record of research funding and successful supervision of PhD students.
- Evidence of leadership in teaching and academic administration.
- A commitment to fostering an inclusive and dynamic academic environment.
About the Department and University
King’s Business School (KBS) and the Department of Economics form a thriving international community for research and teaching. Based in Bush House, a historic building in the heart of London. KBS is the ninth and newest faculty at King’s College London, the School currently has around 200 academic staff and offers a full range of undergraduate, master’s, and PhD programmes.
University-wide, the Economics at King’s initiative fosters a vibrant research community in which the KBS Department of Economics collaborates closely with economists from other departments at the university.
How to Apply
We are looking for expressions of interest before issuing seminar invitations and asking for a formal application and references.
To express interest, please email KBS-Economics-Recruitment@kcl.ac.uk, attaching a CV and including a link to your website.
We welcome applications from all individuals and strongly encourage women, members of the Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic communities, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, and other underrepresented groups to join us.
To apply, send a message to KBS-Economics-Recruitment@kcl.ac.uk. (See posting for details.)