At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach advanced quantitative methods and lead engaging modules in social sciences.
- Company: Join UCL Institute of Education, a top-ranked institution for education.
- Benefits: Enjoy 41 days holiday, competitive salary, and a supportive work environment.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse community committed to equality and innovation.
- Why this job: Make a real impact in education while shaping future social scientists.
- Qualifications: PhD in economics or quantitative social science and teaching experience required.
The predicted salary is between 54931 - 64644 £ per year.
About us
UCL Institute of Education has been shaping policy and helping government, organisations and individuals navigate a changing society for the last 120 years. We embrace collaboration and excellence to create a future that is inclusive and just and have been ranked number one for education every year since 2014 in the QS World University Rankings by Subject. The Social Research Institute is one of the leading centres for social research in the UK.
Our strategy is to exploit and promote our key characteristics: All our centres are multidisciplinary, with staff drawn variously from sociology, social policy, demography, economics, psychology, anthropology and social statistics. We are tackling major social challenges, e.g. on how societies support family wellbeing, gender equality and economic prosperity.
About the role
We are seeking a Lecturer (teaching) in Economics to contribute to our teaching for a one-year fixed-term period to cover maternity leave. Relevant fields include economics of education, labour economics or applied econometrics. We are looking for applicants with the ability to teach advanced quantitative methods, with proficiency in R. The successful candidate will teach and lead modules on our BSc Social Sciences, BSc Social Sciences with Data Science or MSc Social Research Methods with Data Science.
We are particularly interested in applicants with a commitment to open and collaborative scholarship, innovative pedagogy, and inclusive curriculum design. Appointees will also be expected to contribute actively to the intellectual and collegial life of the department. The post is available from 01 October 2026 to 30 September 2027.
About you
You’ll have a PhD in economics or quantitative social science where advanced quantitative methods have been applied, completed, or close to completed by the time of appointment. Experience of teaching with some experience in innovative curriculum design at undergraduate/postgraduate level. Ability to teach a range of quantitative methods using R.
What we offer
- 41 Days holiday: 27 days annual leave, 8 bank holiday and 6 closure days (pro rata for part time staff)
- Additional 5 days’ annual leave purchase scheme (pro-rata for part-time staff)
- Defined benefit career average revalued earnings pension scheme (CARE)
- Cycle to work scheme and season ticket loan
- Immigration loan
- Relocation scheme for certain posts
- On-site nursery
- On-site gym
- Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption pay
- Employee assistance programme: Staff Support Service
- Discounted medical insurance
Our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
We are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive, and to being a place where we all belong. We therefore particularly encourage applications from candidates who are likely to be underrepresented in UCL’s workforce.
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At the UCL Institute for Materials Discovery, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer that fosters a collaborative and innovative work culture. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through ample networking opportunities with leading experts in academia and industry, as well as our generous benefits package, including 41 days of holiday and a defined benefit pension scheme. Join us in our mission to advance materials research and make a meaningful impact in the field of biosensing technology, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of London.
Contact Details:
UK Dementia Research Institute Recruitment Team
