Lecturer (Early Career) / Assistant Professor - Eco / Applied Eco

The Lecturer (Early career faculty)/ AssistantProfessor will serve as a Teaching Focused Academic (TFA) within the VictoriaUniversity Business School, contributing significantly to teaching, curriculumdevelopment, and academic coordination in business-related disciplines.

The role focuses on deliveringhigh-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs,particularly in economics, international trade, and international business . The appointee will create anengaging and collaborative learning environment, integrate industry practicesinto teaching, and contribute to curriculum innovation.

Additionally, the candidate will beexpected to contribute to research and scholarship , including publishingin quality journals and supporting the Universitys research impact agenda.

Indicative Areas of Expertise

• Economics Applied Economics
• International Trade
• International Business
• Global Markets & Trade Policy
• Business Analytics & Economic Analysis
• Industry Engagement & Experiential Learning

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver business and economics subjects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Design and develop industry-relevant curriculum and learning materials
• Facilitate teaching in face-to-face, online, and blended modes
• Assess student learning and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Contribute to curriculum development and subject/unit coordination
• Engage with industry to enhance practical and real-world learning
• Conduct research and publish in high-quality academic journals
• Contribute to Scholarship of Teaching and Learning (SoTL) initiatives
• Support supervision of postgraduate research students (Masters/PhD)
• Participate in academic administration, moderation, and validation activities
• Provide academic support to international partnerships
• Ensure compliance with academic policies and quality standards

Qualifications & SelectionCriteria

Essential

• Assistant Professor: PhD (or equivalent) in Economics, Applied Economics, International Trade, or a related discipline
• Lecturer (Early Career Faculty): Masters degree and/or currently a PhD candidate in Economics, Applied Economics, International Trade, or a related discipline
• Demonstrated excellence in teaching across face-to-face, online, or blended modes
• Strong expertise in economics, international trade, or international business
• Experience in curriculum development and subject coordination
• Evidence of research publications in quality academic journals
• Ability to contribute to industry-engaged teaching and learning
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organisational skills
• Commitment to teaching excellence and university vision

Desirable

• Recent industry experience in relevant sectors
• Proficiency with business and analytical tools