Lecturer

• Full-time appointment on a fixed term basis for 2 years.
• Base salary range (Level B): $113,934 - $134,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

Department of Economics

Department of Management and Organisations

About the area

The UWA Business School , ranked among the top Business Schools in Australia (3rd in 2022, 4th in 2023 by the AFR), has approximately 100 academic staff and 5000 students, offering undergraduate, masters, MBA and PhD degree. It is accredited by both the European Quality Improvement System (EQUIS) and Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business (AACSB) and is a signatory to UNPRME.

The Department of Economics is one of the leading centres for economic research and education in Australia and the Indo-Pacific region. Management and Organisations in the Business School offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses, as well as research-based doctoral degrees. The students rank amongst the brightest in Australia, as measured by the Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). The Departments are particularly interested in hiring individuals who are enthusiastic about teaching.

About the opportunity

As the appointee, you will make outstanding contributions to teaching and service within the School in accordance with University rules, its code of conduct and its academic mission.

About you

• PhD or near completion in economics or business analytics.
• Experience and evidence of high-quality teaching of units, workshops, and tutorials at the tertiary level in the fields of macroeconomics (undergraduate level), business analytics, and economic policy analysis (postgraduate level).
• Willingness to contribute collaboratively to academic governance and department administrative matters.

We particularly welcome applications from women and minorities. An ability to teach macroeconomics is desirable but not essential.

Full details of the position's responsibilities and the selection criteria are outlined in the position description:   PD - Lecturer (518022).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Dr Leandro Magnusson at [email protected]

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Wednesday, 14 August 2024.

This position is open to international applicants.

Benefits

• Work from home, part-time, and job-sharing options considered.
• 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more. 12.5 days paid personal/carer’s leave with eligible staff receiving 13 weeks long service leave after seven years.
• 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
• Salary packaging options and 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
• 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
• Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.

About The University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace.  We celebrate difference and believe diversity is fundamental to achieving our goals as a globally recognised Top 100 educational and research institution.  We are committed to creating a safe work environment for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community and people living with disability.

• We have an ongoing partnership with Pride in Diversity and were recently awarded a Bronze Employer status for LGBTIQA+ inclusion.
• We have Athena SWAN Bronze accreditation and actively work to improve gender equity. 

For application queries, contact the person named in the advertisement or email the Talent team at [email protected] . Please include the 6-digit job reference number for a quick response.

Advertised:17 Jul 2024 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close:14 Aug 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time