Lecturer in Economics

The Methodist Church in Britain; England; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

York St John University invites applications for a Lecturer in Economics within York Business School. You will teach undergraduate Economics through lectures, seminars and tutorials, assess work, and provide pastoral and academic support to students.

A PhD in Economics or related quantitative field is required, with visa sponsorship available subject to UKVI. The role includes developing a research profile in Economics or Finance and contributing to module coordination, with support provided to

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or related quantitative field.
• Proven experience delivering undergraduate Economics modules.
• Track record of driving positive student outcomes.
• Experience managing assessment cycles, marking and feedback.
• Excellent presentation and communication skills.
• Commitment to student-centred pedagogy.
• Experience with STATA and SPSS.
• Fellowship of the HEA or similar teaching qualification (nice to have).

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate Economics through lectures, seminars and tutorials.
• Manage assessment, marking to university standards and provide timely feedback.
• Provide pastoral and academic support to students.
• Support student retention, progression and academic success.
• Coordinate modules.
• Develop a research profile in Economics or Finance, with support.

Skills

Microeconomics

Macroeconomics

Econometrics

Communication skills

Pedagogy

Student support

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Economics or related quantitative field

Tools

STATA

SPSS

Job description

Lecturer in Economics within the York Business School at York St John University, teaching on the undergraduate Economics provision. Most of the work is teaching through lectures, small-group seminars and tutorials, alongside assessment and pastoral and academic support for students. Research is part of the role, with support offered to build a profile in Economics or Finance. Applicants need a doctoral qualification in Economics or a closely related quantitative field, and visa sponsorship is available subject to UKVI requirements.

What the job involves

• Teach undergraduate Economics through lectures, small-group seminars and tutorials
• Manage assessment, marking to university standards and giving timely feedback
• Provide pastoral and academic support to students
• Support student retention, progression and academic success
• Coordinate modules
• Develop a research profile in Economics or Finance, with support

Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or a closely related quantitative field

Experience

• Proven experience delivering undergraduate Economics modules
• Track record of driving positive student outcomes
• Experience managing assessment cycles, marking and feedback

Skills & knowledge

• Deep subject expertise in Microeconomics, Macroeconomics and Econometrics
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills
• Delivering an outstanding student experience for a diverse student body
• Strong administrative and organisational skills
• Commitment to student-centred pedagogy
• Excellent interpersonal skills and team collaboration

Nice to have

• Fellowship of the HEA or a similar teaching qualification
• Experience using virtual learning environments
• Experience with STATA and SPSS
• Interest in or background in Finance