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Job Descrption

This Job is based in Australia
• Duration: 2 Year Fixed Term contract
• Employment Type: Full Time - 35 hours per week
• Remuneration: Level B $123,620 to $145,730 (plus 17% superannuation and leave loading)
• Location: Kensington Campus, NSW Australia

UNSW is a major, research-intensive university based in Sydney, Australia. It is ranked as one of the top 50 universities worldwide.

UNSW School of Economics received the top rating of 5, i.e. “well above world standard,” under the Excellence in Research for Australia (ERA) rating. The School is one of the three Economics discipline in Australia to receive a 5 in all three main categories: Economic Theory, Applied Economics and Econometrics.

Research in the School is of a high calibre by both national and international standards. The faculty members produce world-class research, often published in top-5 journals, and also play an important part in policy issues and debate within Australia.

Why your role matters

The Post-Doctoral... Fellow (Level B) in Applied Microeconomics will carry out independent (and/or team research) and carry out activities to develop research expertise relevant to their particular field of research.

You will have the opportunity to design research projects and contribute to the development of applications for competitive funding under the guidance of senior colleagues.

As the Post-Doctoral Fellow in Applied Microeconomics you will create scholarly impact in the discipline which is recognised by peers in the advancement of disciplinary knowledge.

This position will support Professor Richard Holden with research at the university. You will primarily be an empirical researcher in applied micro-economics. The research agenda is broad, but a focus on economics of education or organizational economics would be a plus.

This position is being offered as a 2 year fixed term position however a 1-year fixed term contract may be considered if requested.

Who You Are

To be successful in this role you will have:
• A completed or near completion PhD in economics or computer science.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• High level communication skills and ability to network effectively and interact with a diverse range of students and staff.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Evidence of highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• An understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, together with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant health and safety training.

Benefits And Culture
• Flexible Working Options (work from home, flexible hours etc)
• Career development opportunities
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness)

For further details on the benefits, please click here.

How To Apply

Make each day matter with a meaningful career at UNSW. Submit your application online by uploading your CV, a 1-page cover letter and include a link to your website. To be considered please submit your application before the Monday 2nd December at 11:30pm (Sydney time).

To view the comprehensive list of the responsibilities and the skills and experience please refer to the position description. A copy of the position description can be found below the job ad at jobs@unsw.

Get In Touch

For questions related to the position please contact:

Richard Holden

Professor of Economics at UNSW Business School, director of the Economics of Education Knowledge Hub @UNSWBusiness

richard.holden@unsw.edu.au

For Any Recruitment Related Questions Please Contact

Persa Tzakis

Senior Talent Acquisition Consultant

p.tzakis@unsw.edu.au

Please apply through the application portal and not via the contact above.

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment

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