Senior Lecturer, Economics / Econometrics

University of Melbourne; Parkville; On-site; AUD 153,000 - 176,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

17% superannuation

Salary packaging

Health & wellbeing

Professional development

Flexible work

Parental leave

Leave provisions

Discounts

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

The University of Melbourne's Department of Economics invites applications for a Senior Lecturer in Economics and Econometrics. You will lead high-quality research, teach engaged students, and mentor honours, masters and PhD candidates.

You will publish in top journals, secure external funding, contribute to curriculum development, and collaborate with government and industry partners to translate insights into policy impact. A PhD in economics or econometrics is required.

Qualifications

• PhD in economics or econometrics required.
• Track record of publications in leading peer-reviewed journals.
• Ability to teach across undergraduate, honours and graduate programmes.
• Strong potential to secure external research funding and collaborations.
• Provide high-quality supervision for honours, masters and PhD students.
• Engagement with government, industry and community partners to translate research into policy.

Responsibilities

• Produce internationally recognised research and secure external funding.
• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate, honours and graduate programmes.
• Supervise and mentor honours, masters and PhD students.
• Provide academic leadership through curriculum development and governance.
• Collaborate with government, industry and community partners to translate insights into policy.

Skills

Research excellence

Teaching ability

Grant funding

Supervision

Industry/government engagement

Education

PhD in economics/econometrics

Job description

Role type: Full time, Continuing
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economics
Department/ School: Department of Economics
Salary: Level C - $152,695 - $176,065 p.a. plus 17% super

• World-leading economics and econometrics department / Shape research, teaching and policy impact / Cooperative, well-resourced environment
• Join a top-ranked department to lead influential research, inspire students, and mentor future economists and econometricians.
• Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.

We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds. We strongly encourage applications from women and people who identify as women

The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
You will lead high-quality research in economics or econometrics within a globally recognised, impact-driven department.
You will teach engaged students, supervise ambitious researchers, and help shape innovative curricula and academic leadership.

What you will deliver:

• Produce internationally recognised research and actively secure external funding through grants, fellowships and collaborations.
• Deliver high-quality teaching in specialist and core subjects across undergraduate, honours and graduate programmes.
• Supervise and mentor honours, masters and PhD students, fostering rigorous research training and academic development.
• Provide academic leadership through subject coordination, curriculum innovation and contributions to departmental strategy and governance.
• Engage with government, industry and community partners to translate research insights into policy and practice.

You may be a great fit if you:

• Hold a PhD in economics, econometrics or a closely related discipline, completed by commencement.
• Demonstrate a strong, sustained research record with publications in leading peer-reviewed economics or econometrics journals.
• Teach effectively in specialist economics or econometrics subjects and contribute to core undergraduate or postgraduate teaching.
• Secure, or show strong potential to secure, competitive research funding and cooperative policy or industry projects.
• Provide high-quality supervision and mentoring for honours, masters and PhD students across diverse research topics.
• Contribute positively to departmental leadership, service, curriculum development and external engagement with government or industry.

For further information please refer to the attached PD.

What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:

• Build future financial security with 17% superannuation

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being

• Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning

• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balanceand well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave, cultural leave, and menstruation and menopause leave.

• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company

• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program

For more information check out our benefits page!

Your new team – Department of Economics
You will join the Faculty of Business and Economics, renowned for teaching with an impact, research and industry engagement.
Within the Department of Economics, you will collaborate with leading economists, econometricians and actuaries across diverse fields.
You will engage with specialised research units and labs, from applied microeconomics to market design and environmental data.
Our collaborative, inclusive culture supports excellence, mentoring and strong connections with business, government and the wider community.

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at [e-mail].

Applications close: 15 January 2027 at 11:55 PM; Melbourne time zone.

Position Description:

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