Lecturer in Economics

Full time permanent 

Location: York 

Salary: £39,906 to £48,822 per annum

Introduction to YSJ University

York St John is an ambitious, modern university at the heart of historic York and there has never been a more exciting time to join us.

As one of the fastest growing universities in the UK over recent years, we have a new strategy for the next decade, emphasising our commitment to widening opportunity through the power of education and contributing our talents to creating a fairer world, and a more prosperous region. We are putting inspirational learning and impactful research at the heart of this strategy, recognising our academic expertise as our greatest asset.

The School

The York Business School is an ambitious and growing academic unit with Principles of Responsible Management Education (PRME) and Work Related Experiential Learning embedded in our teaching. Our burgeoning national and international research profile, excellent teaching and learning, and welcoming and inclusive ethos supports an exceptional personalised student experience. Our School offers a number of undergraduate degrees and postgraduate degrees.

The role
We are seeking an enthusiastic Lecturer to contribute to our vibrant undergraduate offers in Economics. The majority of your work will involve teaching in a variety of settings, including small group tutorials/seminars and lectures, assessment, and the provision of pastoral and academic support to students. The successful candidate will also be supported in developing a solid research profile.

Key requirements

Candidates will have expertise in teaching an area of Economics at undergraduate level, an interest in Environmental Economics, Experimental Economics or similar is welcome. The successful candidate will be supported in cultivating an outstanding research profile in Economics or Finance. It is essential that candidates hold a doctoral level qualification or are near completion (viva passed with minor corrections). 

Additional Information

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Silvia Szilagyiova at s.szilagyiova@yorksj.ac.uk. 

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and teaching assessment. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview

This role is eligible for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship, provided the relevant UKVI requirements are met. At this time, we’re only able to consider sponsorship for candidates who are currently based outside the UK.

For more details about the Skilled Worker visa route, please visit the official UK government website: Skilled Worker visa: Overview - GOV.UK