Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor

University of the Free State; Maluti-a-Phofung Local Municipality; On-site; ZAR 700,000 - 1,100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension scheme

Medical aid scheme

Group life insurance

Housing allowance

Leave and sick leave

Service bonus

Study benefits

Job summary

University of the Free State invites applications for a Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Economics and Finance. The role focuses on teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, supervising master’s and PhD candidates, and active engagement in research publications.

The incumbent will contribute to research coordination, engage in committee work, and participate in development programs within the faculty. Preference given to NRF-rated candidates; permanent appointment.

Qualifications

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or related discipline.
• Proven experience presenting papers/posters at national/international conferences.
• NRF rating or demonstrated potential for NRF rating.
• Proven supervision of master’s degree students to graduation.
• Proven publications in peer‑reviewed DHET‑accredited journals.
• Demonstrated ability to use Econometric software: EViews, Stata, R.
• Proficiency in Python for economics/finance applications.
• Active membership in scholarly societies or committees.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance (Microeconomics, Macroeconomics, Econometrics, etc.).
• Participate in research and publications; support faculty research activities.
• Supervise and consult with undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Collaborate with faculty on committee work and research coordination.
• Engage in self-development programs to strengthen research/lecturing skills.
• Contribute to administrative tasks related to the discipline.

Skills

Economics knowledge

Teamwork

Communication

Research coordination

Education

PhD in Economics

NRF rating or potential

Tools

EViews

Stata

R

Python

Job description

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor (Job ID: 6668) - (2330)

Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor (Job ID: 6668)

Organizational Unit

University of the Free State -> Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences -> Department Economics and Finance

Contract Type

Permanent

Occupational Level

Middle Management

Location

Closing Date

16/11/2026

Duties and responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance specifically, Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Introduction to Mathematical Economics, Statistics for Economics, Econometrics, International Economics, Development Economics, and PersonalFinance.
• Participate actively in research and publications.
• Ensure active involvement in research activities of the faculty.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Work in a team with colleagues within the faculty.
• Serve as a member of various academic committees within the faculty and university.
• Participate in formal self-development programmes within the UFS aimed at strengthening aspirations and skills as a researcher and lecturer.
• Contribute to research coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the discipline.

Inherent requirements

Senior Lecturer Requirements

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or related discipline.
• Proven experience in the presentation of papers/posters at national and international scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in successful supervision of master's degree students to graduation.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed national and international DHET-accredited scientific journals.
• Demonstrated ability to use Econometric software package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.

Associate Professor Requirements

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or related discipline.
• Experience as external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Excellent research record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed national and international DHET-accredited scientific journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
• Proven track record of successfully supervising postgraduate students to completion at master's and PhD levels.
• Demonstrated ability to use Econometric software package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at Higher Education levels.

Recommendations

• Proven experience in supervising topics in Economics and Finance.
• Proven lecturing and research experience in Higher Education.
• Excellent research record.

Required competencies

Results Orientated

• The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
• The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.

Strategic Thinking

• The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
• The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.

Business Acumen

• The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
• Proficient in using MS Office.

Leading

• The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
• The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.

Building Coalitions

• The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
• The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.

Assumption of duties

1 January 2027 or as soon as possible thereafter.

Salary

The salary is available on request.

Fringe benefits

(Subject to specific conditions): pension scheme, medical aid scheme, group life insurance, housing allowance, leave and sick leave, service bonus and study benefits.

General

The UFS is a designated employer and is committed to the pursuit of excellence, diversity, and redress in achieving its equity targets in accordance with the Employment Equity Plan of the University and its Employment Equity goals and targets. Preference will be given to candidates from the under-represented designated groups including candidates with disabilities. Our Employment Equity Plan is available at: ufs-employment-equity-plan_2025.pdf

The University processes personal information in line with its obligations under the Protection of Personal Information Act (POPIA) and any personal information provided to the University will be treated as confidential and processed in accordance with the rights provided to data subjects under POPIA.

The University reserves the right not to fill the post. The UFS will only consider applications of candidates who meet all the inherent requirements of the position. Applications that are incomplete will not be considered. Communication will be limited to shortlisted candidates only. Should you not be contacted within six weeks of the closing date for applications, you may assume that your application was unsuccessful.

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