JOE Listings (Job Openings for Economists)

February 1, 2026 - July 31, 2026

The University Of Sydney

Economics
Fixed Term Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor)

JOE ID Number: 2026-01_111477537
Date Posted: 07/06/2026
Position Title/Short Description
Title: Fixed Term Lecturer (equivalent to Assistant Professor)
Section: International: Other Academic (Visiting or Temporary)
Location: Sydney, NSW, Australia, NSW, AUSTRALIA
JEL Classification: E0 -- General
Keywords:
Economics
Sydney
Australia
Lecturer
Assistant Professor
Research
Full Text of JOE Listing:

The School of Economics at the University of Sydney is one of the leading centres for economics research and education in Australia and the Asia-Pacific region. We invite applications from outstanding candidates in macroeconomics for the full-time, fixed term position of Lecturer (equivalent of Assistant Professor in North America). The appointment will be for up to three years.

The School has a broad range of research interests in both theoretical and applied areas of Economics and is responsible for undergraduate and graduate programs (including PhD) in Economics. The successful applicant will have a completed (or near complete) PhD in Economics. Initial interviews will be held online.

The successful applicant will be available to commence employment as soon as possible. A competitive remuneration package of AU$155,063 - $184,135 p.a. is available (which includes a base salary AU$132,533 - $157,381 p.a, 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation).

Application Requirements:
  • External Application Link
  • Letters of Reference Instructions Below
Application deadline: 07/29/2026
Reference Instructions:
Cover Letter
CV
Job Market Paper
Letters of Reference (3)
Teaching Evaluations