"Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor - Econometrics"

Time type

Full time

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Posted 5 days ago

Time left to apply

End date: November 27, 2025 (30+ days left to apply)

Job requisition ID

JR-004278

Role type: Full-time; continuing

Faculty: Faculty of Business & Economics

Salary: Level of appointment is subject to qualification and experience.

Level C 152,695 - 176,065 AUD p.a. plus 17% super

Level D 183,859 - 202,556 AUD p.a. plus 17% super

• Contribute to a premier economics department and shape future economic leaders. 
• Apply now to join a globally recognised economics department and drive cutting-edge research in econometrics. 
• Investing in you - benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.  

The University of Melbourne 

We take pride in our people, who all contribute to our mission to benefit society through the transformative impact of education and research. Discover more via our website. 

Your next career opportunity 

As a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Econometrics at the University of Melbourne, you'll join one of Australia's premier economics departments. You'll have the opportunity to conduct influential research, teach at the forefront of econometrics, and shape the next generation of economic thinkers. Your expertise will contribute to our department's global reputation and impact economic policy and practice. 

Your responsibilities will include:  

• Conduct High-Impact Research: Publish in top-tier journals, secure competitive grants, and engage with international academic networks to advance econometric knowledge. 
• Deliver Excellence in Teaching: Develop and teach specialist courses in econometrics at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, fostering student success and satisfaction. 
• Provide Academic Leadership: Mentor junior colleagues, contribute to departmental initiatives, and represent the university in professional forums. 
• Supervise Research Students: Guide Honours, Masters, and PhD students, creating a rigorous and supportive research environment. 

You may be a great fit if:  

You are an accomplished econometrician with a strong track record of publications in leading journals, a passion for teaching excellence, and the ability to secure competitive research funding and contribute to the department's international standing 

You may also:  

• Have a PhD in Economics or Econometrics with a focus on advanced quantitative methods. 
• Possess a robust publication record in top-tier economics and econometrics journals. 
• Demonstrate experience in securing competitive research grants and supervising postgraduate students. 
• Have proven teaching excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate levels in econometrics and quantitative methods. 
• Show a commitment to academic leadership and the ability to contribute to the department's strategic goals. 

For further information please refer to the attached PD.  

What we offer you! 

We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfillment, including:  

• Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being  
• Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance  
• Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance  
• Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program  

For more information check out our benefits page!  

Your new team – Department of Economics 

The Department of Economics at the University of Melbourne is a leading economics department in Australia. It has 95 academic staff and is part of a larger community of economists at the university. This includes the Melbourne Business School with 11 academic economists and econometricians and the Melbourne Institute of Applied Economic and Social Research with 43 researchers undertaking research and consultancy projects for government and private sector clients. 

The Faculty of Business and Economics holds Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) accreditation and European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) accreditation. It hosts world class academics and professional staff, the brightest students, alumni, and other stakeholders. We are committed to enhancing our applied research outcomes, expanding our curriculum, and bolstering our connections with industry to help shape the world of business and economics in Australia and internationally.  

Be Yourself 

The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organization. We are committed to creating an inclusive and equitable workplace where all individuals feel valued, respected, and have the opportunity to thrive regardless of gender identity, ethnicity, sexual orientation, disability, age, being a parent or having caring responsibilities.  

The University of Melbourne is committed to fostering a barrier-free and inclusive recruitment process. We are dedicated to providing reasonable adjustments for candidates throughout the application and interview stages, including accessible document formats and alternative application methods. To discuss your specific requirements, please feel free to contact Bec Tucker – 0478 269 660 or send an email titled 'Reasonable Adjustments' to hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au. You can find more information for applicants requiring reasonable adjustments on our Careers website: https://about.unimelb.edu.au/careers  

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants 

We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians, with unprecedented investment to attract, nurture and retain Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students and staff. Tangible support through a range of programs and initiatives will ensure that you personally succeed and flourish while at the University of Melbourne.  

For further information, including our 2023-2027 Indigenous strategy please visit -https://about.unimelb.edu.au/reconciliation/murmuk-djerring  

If you are a member of an Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander community and would like any support, please feel free to contact our Indigenous Employment & Development team via email at oied-hr@unimelb.edu.au.  

Working at the University – what you need to know 

This role requires the successful candidate to maintain a Working with Children Check The successful candidate can apply for the WWCC as part of the onboarding process. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.  

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.  

Join Us and unlock your career potential! 

Is this the perfect opportunity for you? Apply today! Including the following documents:  

• Resume  
• Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience  
• Three academic letters of reference 

If you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Anna Gradoboeva via email at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au, ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject. Please do not share your application to this email address.  

If you have any particular questions regarding the job please follow the details listed on the Position Description.  

Applications close: Wednesday 26th November at 11:55 PM Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST) / Melbourne time zone.  

Position Description:  JR-004278 Senior Lecturer Associate Professor - Econometrics_PD.pdf