Lecturer in Economics

The School of Economics at the University of Bristol is seeking to fill multiple academic posts with outstanding scholars to expand the school’s academic and teaching profile in all fields, with special attention to researchers with extensive research or teaching expertise in data science and AI. 

We are looking to appoint scholars at lectureship level (assistant professors) who will contribute to our strong economics research profile, and who will show a commitment to excellence in teaching and to contributing to the research and education culture in the School and beyond. Posts are open both at the research focused Pathway One (Research/Teaching) and teaching focused Pathway Three (Education/Scholarship). 

The salary will be competitive and the University currently operates a Recruitment and Retention (i.e. market supplement) policy. 

The successful candidate will be engaged in research, teaching, and administration.

The post holder for the Pathway One position should have a strong research background with evidence of an ability to publish in the very top international economic journals, and an aptitude to teach with expertise and excellence at both Undergraduate and Postgraduate level.

The post holder for the Pathway Three position should have extensive teaching experience at the Undergraduate level, evidence on innovative pedagogy and experience in teaching administration. Candidates should have completed or be close to completing, a PhD in Economics or a related discipline by the post start date (September 2027). 

To complete your application, you will need to submit your CV, cover letter, job market paper and three reference letters via the EconJobMarket website link below - 

https://econjobmarket.org/positions/12856

This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Friday 11th December 2026.

For informal queries please contact: Professor Arpad Abraham econ-hos@bristol.ac.uk