Lecturer in Counselling

Gbs Uk; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the United Kingdom is seeking a Lecturer (Assistant Professor) in Economics. This role involves impactful research and fostering student engagement, including mentoring MSc and PhD candidates. Candidates are encouraged from all areas within economics, particularly those with a specialization in macroeconometrics and applied macroeconomics. The position offers competitive salary packages and flexible working arrangements, tailored to suit work duties and personal needs.

Benefits

Competitive salary and generous pension

Relocation assistance

Flexible working options

Access to leisure facilities

Family-friendly benefits

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or a related discipline is required.
• Experience in teaching at higher education level.
• Track record of high-quality research.

Responsibilities

• Engage in impactful research in Economics.
• Oversee and mentor MSc and PhD students.
• Participate in collaborative research projects.

Skills

Research skills

Teaching experience

Macroeconometrics

Applied macroeconomics

Education

PhD in Economics or related field

Job description

Position: Lecturer (Assistant Professor) – Economics

With over 40 members from more than 15 countries, the Economics group at the University of Surrey enjoys a strong reputation for research and teaching in Economics, built upon a commitment to high‑quality, rigorously founded applied and theoretical research, often of direct policy significance.

We have recently invested heavily to recruit staff whose innovative work is having a large impact on international research agendas, as evidenced by ranking 10th for Economics in the latest research assessment exercise (REF2021).

About the Role

We would like to make an appointment at the Lecturer (Assistant Professor) level, to start in September 2026. As a new academic staff member, you'll have the opportunity to fully immerse yourself in the intellectual life of our research group. You will be fully supported to extend your high‑quality research agenda and build research networks, both within economics and beyond it. You will also be encouraged to participate in externally funded collaborative research projects.

Teaching and Student Engagement

Through your teaching you'll have the opportunity to play a key role in the leadership, engagement and satisfaction of our student population at any level, including the opportunity to mentor and support our outstanding MSc and PhD students.

Applicants

We encourage applications from any field within economics and this year we particularly encourage applications from candidates specialising in macroeconometrics and applied macroeconomics.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and generous pension
• Relocation assistance where appropriate
• Flexible working options including job share and blended home/campus working locations (dependent on work duties)
• Access to world‑class leisure facilities on campus
• A range of travel schemes and supportive family‑friendly benefits including an excellent on‑site nursery

Application Process

Please submit a cover letter indicating how your profile would enhance the School's research and teaching environments, reference letters, and a copy of your CV via our website. Informal enquiries should be directed in the first instance to Prof. Joao Santos Silva ([e-mail]), Prof. Ricardo Nunes ([e-mail]), or Dr. Kamila Nowakowicz ([e-mail]) via email, with "Surrey appointments 2026" in the subject line.

Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

At Surrey, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all, in the pursuit of Surrey's vision to be a leading global University. We work together to create a truly inclusive culture. We place great value on diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under‑represented groups, such as women, people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups, and people with disabilities. Appointments will always be made on merit.

Interview Process

Interviews will be held on an ongoing basis and we reserve the right to close this role once a suitable candidate has been identified.