Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Economics and Finance (Job ID: 6581)

Organizational Unit: Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences, Department of Economics and Finance

Contract Type: Permanent
Location: Qwaqwa Campus, Qwaqwa, Free State, South Africa
Assumption of Duties: 1 January 2027
Closing Date: 14 September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking a Senior Lecturer or Associate Professor in Economics and Finance to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules, engage in research, and contribute to the academic community within the Faculty of Economic and Management Sciences.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance, including:
  • Microeconomics and Macroeconomics
  • Introduction to Mathematical Economics
  • Statistics for Economics
  • Econometrics
  • International Economics
  • Development Economics
  • Personal Finance
• Participate actively in research and publications, contributing to the Faculty’s research activities.
• Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the faculty and serve on academic committees.
• Engage in formal self-development programmes aimed at strengthening research and teaching skills.
• Contribute to research coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the discipline.

Requirements

For Senior Lecturer:

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or a related discipline.
• Proven experience in presenting papers/posters at national and international scholarly conferences.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating or demonstrated potential for obtaining an NRF rating.
• Proven experience in successfully supervising master’s degree students through to graduation.
• A proven research record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed national and international DHET-accredited scientific journals.
• Demonstrated ability to use Econometric software packages such as EViews, Stata, and R.
• Sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and its application in Economics and Finance.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee concerned with research at higher-education levels.

For Associate Professor:

• PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or a related discipline.
• Experience as an external examiner for postgraduate students.
• Excellent research record of relevant publications in peer-reviewed national and international DHET-accredited scientific journals.
• Proven national recognition for specialist expertise and research in a specific area of scholarship.
• An NRF rating of C3 or equivalent status.
• Proven track record of successfully supervising postgraduate students to completion at master’s and PhD levels.
• Demonstrated ability to use Econometric software packages such as EViews, Stata, and R.
• Sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and its application in Economics and Finance.
• Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee concerned with research at higher-education levels.

Recommendations

• Proven experience in supervising topics in Economics and Finance.
• Proven lecturing and research experience in Higher Education.
• Excellent research record.

Skills

• Results Oriented: Ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and work to achieve success. Ability to adapt to evolving situations.
• Strategic Thinking: Ability to plan work and follow plans. Creativity and open-mindedness when addressing work issues.
• Business Acumen: Ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations. Proficiency in using MS Office.
• Leading: Ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy, and enthusiasm. Ability to lead, take charge, and offer direction.
• Building Coalitions: Ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others. Ability to interact and establish personal connections.

Benefits

• Pension scheme
• Medical aid scheme
• Group life insurance
• Housing allowance
• Leave and sick leave
• Service bonus
• Study benefits