University Professor - Economics

Placements24; Gauteng; Sur place; ZAR 1 200 000 - 1 900 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive salary

Retirement plan

Health benefits

Sabbatical opportunities

Hybrid work option

Résumé du poste

Placements24 is assisting a prestigious South African university in Vereeniging to hire a University Professor in Economics. The role emphasizes rigorous research, high-impact publications, and exceptional teaching of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

The successful candidate will supervise theses, contribute to curriculum development, secure external funding, and mentor junior faculty while advancing the department's scholarly reputation, with flexible hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Economics from a reputable university.
• Strong research record with publications in top economics journals.
• Extensive university-level teaching experience across economics.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external research funding and lead projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills for students and colleagues.
• Expertise in econometric modeling and statistical software.

Responsabilités

• Publish advanced economics research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in economics.
• Supervise theses and dissertations of graduate students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental planning.
• Engage in academic service and external reviews.
• Mentor junior faculty and foster a collaborative academic environment in Vereeniging.

Connaissances

Economics expertise

Teaching & mentoring

Research leadership

External funding leadership

Communication skills

Econometrics

Formation

Ph.D. in Economics

Outils

Stata

R

MATLAB

Description du poste

About the Role

Our client is seeking a distinguished and accomplished University Professor in Economics to join their esteemed faculty in Vereeniging . This senior academic role involves advancing the field of economics through rigorous research, influential publication, and high-caliber teaching. You will be responsible for delivering lectures to undergraduate and postgraduate students, mentoring aspiring economists, and contributing to the intellectual vitality of the department. The ideal candidate will possess a strong theoretical and empirical background in economics, with a specialization in areas such as macroeconomics, microeconomics, or econometrics, and a commitment to fostering critical analysis and academic rigor within a dynamic learning environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct advanced research in economics and publish findings in leading peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Teach a range of undergraduate and graduate courses in economics, ensuring depth and breadth of subject matter.
• Supervise student research, including theses and dissertations, guiding them in economic inquiry.
• Contribute to curriculum development and departmental strategic planning within the economics faculty.
• Engage in academic service, such as committee work and external reviews, enhancing the university's reputation.
• Mentor junior faculty members and contribute to a collaborative and intellectually stimulating academic environment in Vereeniging.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Economics from a reputable university.
• A distinguished record of academic research and publication in top-tier economics journals.
• Extensive experience in university-level teaching across various economic disciplines.
• Demonstrated ability to secure external research funding and lead research projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills for engaging with students and colleagues.
• Expertise in econometric modeling and statistical analysis software is essential.

Benefits

• A highly competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including retirement and health plans.
• Significant support for research activities, including grants and resources.
• Opportunities for sabbatical leave and professional development.
• A stimulating academic environment with a focus on research and teaching excellence.
• Potential for hybrid work arrangements, allowing for flexible integration of research and campus duties.
• The chance to influence economic thought and educate future leaders in the field.