Senior Lecturer Economics and Economic History

Rhodes University Grahamstown, Eastern Cape Contract Posted 20 August 2026 - Closing Date 03 September 2026

Division 0202 - Economics and Economic History Minimum experience Not Applicable Company primary industry Higher Education Job functional area Education Contract term 36

Senior Lecturer (Grade SL) 3-year contract

Economics and Economic History The Department of Economics and Economic History invite suitably qualified candidates to join their team.

Main Objectives

All academics are responsible for disseminating knowledge (teaching and learning), creating knowledge (research), and engaging with the community, recognising that these responsibilities are executed differently across the various departments and Faculties. Academics are also expected to assume some administrative, management and/or leadership duties at the departmental, faculty, and/or University level.

The Requirements

• A PhD in Economics (which has been completed at the time of application)
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Postgraduate supervision at the Master's level
• Experience in applying a variety of research methods (quantitative and qualitative) in supervision and in teaching (such as in running practicals).
• Demonstrated ability to teach and supervise across a broad range of topics in areas of economics focused on Institutional Economics, Public Policy and Development Economics.
• A strong emerging research profile at a national level (publications in accredited journals, conference attendance, etc.), with international research collaboration and publications a significant advantage.
• A track record of administration, management, and/or leadership roles

Application Process

It is essential that prospective candidates read the job profile and

The following documents are required:

• A comprehensive CV and relevant qualifications which should include the following: -
  • Reasons for leaving your current and previous jobs.
  • Referees who are and/or were your direct line manager, their title, name, designation and contact information which should be at least their contact number and email address.
• A strong and succinct motivation outlining your interest in the post and suitability relative to the job requirements.

Please note that no hand-written applications will be considered. Your application must be submitted via our website and online recruitment system. Failure to submit all documentation and respond to all the questions asked appropriately will result in an application being disqualified.

Any questions or enquiries regarding the submission of an application please contact hrrecruitment@ru.ac.za.

Selection Process (provisional date, subject to change):

• Short-listing meeting scheduled for the TBC.
• The selection process that will be followed for this post will include an assessment and/or presentation and an interview.
• Shortlisted candidates will be informed of the interview date.

Remuneration per annum (Grade SL):

Basic Pensionable Salary per annum: R826,322.00

Cost to Company per annum (Approximately): R1,069,564.00

All applications will be treated in strict confidence. The University reserves the right not to proceed with the filling of the post. An application does not entitle the applicant to an interview. Employment checks will be conducted on recommended candidates.

Closing Date: 03 September 2026

This advertisement may be closed before the indicated closing date if a high number of applications are received. To ensure your application is considered, please submit it as soon as possible.

If you are not contacted within 30 days from the closing date, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Recognising that diversity is important in achieving excellence. Rhodes University strongly encourages South African members of underrepresented designated groups as well as persons with disabilities to apply. Spouses and partners of existing staff members are also encouraged to apply.

Please note all appointments are made in line with the requirements of the Employment Equity Act 55 of 1998, as amended, the Immigration Act 13 of 2022 and Rhodes University's Recruitment and Selection policies.

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These values are:

Diversity; Integrity; Respect; Excellence; Collegiality and Compassion

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