Lecturer in Economics

Join to apply for the Lecturer in Economics role at University of Reading.

Full‑time, permanent role.

Closing date: 23:59 on 15th February 2026.

Interview date: TBC.

Two posts of Lecturer (Assistant Professor) to contribute to the delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and to the research environment of the Department and wider university.

The role is based on the Whiteknights campus; applicants will be expected to work on campus a few days a week, starting from 1 September 2026.

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying.

Department

The Department of Economics is part of the School of Philosophy, Politics and Economics (SPPE). The School and the Department have an established reputation for inter‑disciplinary research, collaborating with colleagues from schools across the university.

Key Qualifications

• PhD in Economics or related subject
• Publications in international highly ranked refereed journals, with evidence of a pipeline that has the potential for regular publication in highly ranked journals
• Evidence of ability to teach a variety of topics at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels

Contact

Contact Name: Simonetta Longhi
Contact Job Title: Head of Economics Department
Contact Email address: s.longhi@reading.ac.uk

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality. We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job‑share, part‑time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

Other Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full‑time
• Job function: Education and Training
• Industry: Higher Education