About the opportunity

The University of Sydney's School of Economics is internationally recognised as a leader in economics research and education across Australia and the Asia-Pacific. Combining excellence in both theoretical and applied economics, the School delivers a comprehensive suite of undergraduate, postgraduate and PhD programs, and plays a key role in shaping economic thinking and policy.

We invite applications from outstanding candidates in macroeconomics for a full-time, fixed-term Lecturer in Economics (Teaching and Research) position (equivalent to Assistant Professor in North America). Successful candidates are expected to allocate their contributions as follows: 40% to teaching and related activities, 40% to research, and 20% to governance, leadership, and engagement.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

• engage in high quality research and scholarship
• deliver high quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, integrating cutting edge research and scholarship into the curriculum to enrich student learning
• create engaging, inclusive learning environments that reflect the University's commitment to excellence in education and student experience

About you

• a PhD in Economics or a closely related field (such as econometrics, international or financial economics, public economics, or other macro-relevant disciplines)
• deep and broad experience in teaching and learning, with evidence by participation in team teaching within an established program and experience in teaching in a variety of settings
• demonstrated success in designing, developing, implementing, and evaluating teaching and learning initiatives
• demonstrated ability in developing and maintaining supportive and collaborative relationships with a wide range of colleagues and stakeholders
• a developing research profile evidenced by original, high-quality and independent research in the discipline or area of expertise