"Teaching Associate - Economics"

The role

We are looking for an enthusiastic and committed Teaching Associate in Economics to join our academic community. You will contribute to high‑quality teaching, assessment and student support at undergraduate level, helping to deliver an excellent learning experience and playing an active role in the wider life of the School. This role is ideal for someone who is passionate about teaching, engaging students and supporting their academic development.

What will you be doing?

In this role, you will:

• Teach undergraduate students through lectures, seminars, tutorials and computer lab sessions.
• Act as a personal tutor, providing academic and pastoral support.
• Supervise undergraduate dissertations in Economics.
• Mark exams and coursework, and support assessment design and delivery.
• Contribute to curriculum development and enhancement aligned with School ambitions.
• Support programme administration, which may include programme development, admissions, unit delivery and liaison with external examiners.
• Participate actively in School and Faculty meetings, seminars and wider governance activities.
• Maintain a proactive approach to your own professional development and scholarship.

You should apply if

You are someone who:

• Has experience teaching Economics effectively in lectures, seminars or small‑group settings.
• Brings a proactive, student‑centred approach to teaching and engagement.
• Has strong organisational and administrative skills.
• Demonstrates initiative in improving student learning and contributing to School activities.
• Communicates clearly and collaborates well with colleagues.
• Is flexible and able to adapt to changing teaching needs.
• Is confident using digital learning tools such as R, Python, Stata or Matlab, and has strong data skills.
• Holds, or will soon complete, a doctorate in a relevant discipline.

Desirable qualities include experience supervising dissertations, blended or digital learning experience, links with accreditation bodies and a recognised HE teaching qualification.

Additional information

You can apply for the role by clicking the 'Apply' button above.

To complete your application you will be asked to submit your CV and covering letter, and the names and contact information of three referees.

If you have any queries about the position, please contact careers@daskalos.org

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Sunday 29th March 2026. We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. We therefore encourage you to apply as soon as possible.

Please note: this role is based in Mumbai, India and will be subject to local terms and conditions of employment and benefits. Specific contractual arrangements will be provided upon appointment.

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The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.