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Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor in Economics and Finance (Job ID: 6581) - (2262) at University of the Free State
University of the Free State
September 05, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Duties and responsibilities:
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance, specifically Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Introduction to Mathematical Economics, Statistics for Economics, Econometrics, International Economics, Development Economics, and Personal Finance.
Participate actively in research and publications.
Ensure active participation in and contribution to the Faculty's research activities.
Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Work as a team with colleagues within the faculty.
Serve as a member of various academic committees within the faculty and university.
Participate in formal self-development programmes within the UFS aimed at strengthening aspirations and skills as a researcher and lecturer.
Contribute to research coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the discipline.
Inherent requirements:
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 package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R
Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.
Associate Professor
PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or 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 package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R.
Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency 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.
Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated:
The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
Strategic Thinking:
The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading:
The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
Building Coalitions:
The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Closing date:
14 September 2026.
Teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Economics and Finance, specifically Microeconomics and Macroeconomics, Introduction to Mathematical Economics, Statistics for Economics, Econometrics, International Economics, Development Economics, and Personal Finance.
Participate actively in research and publications.
Ensure active participation in and contribution to the Faculty's research activities.
Supervise and provide consultation sessions for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
Work as a team with colleagues within the faculty.
Serve as a member of various academic committees within the faculty and university.
Participate in formal self-development programmes within the UFS aimed at strengthening aspirations and skills as a researcher and lecturer.
Contribute to research coordination and perform administrative tasks related to the discipline.
Inherent requirements:
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 package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R
Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency concerned with research at higher-education levels.
Associate Professor
PhD on NQF Level 10 in Economics or 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 package(s) such as EViews, Stata, and R.
Demonstrate sound knowledge and proficiency in coding using Python and apply this in the disciplines of Economics and Finance.
Proven experience of service as an active member of a national or international scholarly society or committee or agency 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.
Competencies
Required competencies:
Results Orientated:
The ability to set high standards, establish tough goals, and to work to achieve success.
The ability to cope with a frequently changing environment and to adapt to evolving situations.
Strategic Thinking:
The ability to plan work and to follow plans.
The ability to be creative and open-minded when addressing work issues.
Business Acumen:
The ability to adhere to rules and strictly follow work regulations.
Proficient in using MS Office.
Leading:
The ability to maintain high levels of personal motivation, energy and enthusiasm.
The ability to lead, take charge of situations, and offer opinions and directions to others.
Building Coalitions:
The ability to be sensitive and understanding to the needs and feelings of others.
The ability to interact with others and establish personal connections with people.
Closing date:
14 September 2026.