Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Economics

The Australian National University; Canberra; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Vacation leave

Relocation assistance

Superannuation benefits (17%)

Parental leave

Childcare on campus

Job summary

The Australian National University (ANU) invites expressions of interest for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Economics, with a focus on econometrics or empirical economic research. Several tenure-track positions are available with an initial seven-year term and potential renewal or conversion to an ongoing role under the ANU Enterprise Agreement.

Successful candidates will join the Research School of Economics, contributing to high-quality teaching and research, with a strong team producing in

Job description

Position Description

The Research School of Economics at the Australian National University (ANU) is seeking expressions of interest from highly qualified candidates for the position of Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Economics specialising in econometrics or empirical economic research, however any field of specialisation will be considered. Several tenure track positions are available. Tenure track appointments will be for an initial period of seven years, with the option of renewal or conversion to an ongoing position at the end of the initial employment agreement in accordance with the ANU Enterprise Agreement. The successful applicants will complement and extend existing research and teaching strengths within the ANU Research School of Economics and will be committed to high-quality teaching and excellence in research.

The ANU Research School of Economics is one of Australia's premier academic institutions and provides an outstanding environment for economic research, teaching, and research training. The successful applicant will join a strong team of academics who publish in top international journals, hold external competitive grants, and receive recognitions for their sustained pursuit of educational and research excellence.

The ANU is one of the world’s great universities, ranking 29th in the 2027 QS World University Rankings. The ANU provides attractive benefits and excellent support to maintain a healthy work/life balance and offers generous remuneration benefits, including four weeks paid vacation per year, assistance with relocation expenses, and 17% employer contribution to superannuation. We also offer generous parental leave, a parental and aged care support program, dual career hire programs, staff and family tuition fee discounts, ANU school holiday programs, and childcare facilities on campus.

You'll find ANU in the heart of Canberra, Australia's capital city. The ANU campus is well renowned for its landscape setting and is an easy walk, bike ride, or drive from some of Australia's most significant political and cultural institutions including Australian Parliament House. Canberra’s beauty, accessibility and friendliness make it the perfect place to work.

For more information, please contact Andy Martin, School Manager: [e-mail]