Senior Lecturer, Economics & Econometrics – Research & Teaching

University of Pretoria; Pretoria; On-site; ZAR 900,000 - 1,400,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical aid – 50% employer contributed

Job summary

The University of Pretoria invites applications for a senior academic role in Economics. The incumbent will lead and contribute to teaching, research, and departmental initiatives while maintaining high standards of scholarship.

Responsibilities include supervising graduate students, publishing in top journals, and supporting academic citizenship and engagement. The department emphasizes diversity and international collaboration.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in Economics, Applied Economics, Economic Development, Econometrics or equivalent.
• At least 3 years tertiary education experience.
• At least 2 quality-adjusted accredited publications and/or equivalent outputs.
• At least 2 Masters students completed or PhD supervision involvement.
• Evidence of academic citizenship or professional engagement.

Responsibilities

• Scientific research and publications in accredited journals.
• Lecturing at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Supervising postgraduate and graduate students.
• Participation in teaching, research, community engagement and fundraising initiatives.
• Academic administration and management.

Skills

Strong communication

Academic writing

Team collaboration

Diversity & inclusion

Student mentoring

Education

Doctorate in Economics or related field

3+ years tertiary education experience

PhD supervision experience

Job description

The University of Pretoria invites applications for a senior academic role in Economics. The incumbent will lead and contribute to teaching, research, and departmental initiatives while maintaining high standards of scholarship.

Responsibilities include supervising graduate students, publishing in top journals, and supporting academic citizenship and engagement. The department emphasizes diversity and international collaboration.