Lecturer in Economics

Lecturer in Economics

Universiteit Utrecht

Faculteit of dienst: Faculteit Recht, Economie, Bestuur en Organisatie
Afdeling: Utrecht University School of Economics
Uren per week: 28 tot 40
Uiterlijk reageren op: 7 juli 2026

Join the dynamic and growing team of Utrecht University School of Economics (U.S.E.) as a Lecturer in Economics. You will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in microeconomics and/or behavioural economics, supervise BSc and MSc theses, and contribute to high-quality education. We seek candidates with strong teaching skills and programming experience in R and/or STATA, who are eager to inspire students and make an impact.

Wat ga je doen?
The Utrecht University School of Economics (U.S.E.) invites applications for a Lecturer in Economics. The successful candidate will join the Economics Section of the Department.

The Lecturer is expected to teach undergraduate and graduate courses in Economics, including:

• microeconomics
• behavioural economics
• supervision of Bachelor’s and/or Master’s theses

Thesis supervision requires knowledge of statistical software such R and/or STATA. While teaching is currently conducted in English, the ability to teach in Dutch is an advantage.

A part-time appointment is possible, with a minimum of 0.8FTE. The position includes 10% of the time allocated to research and/or teaching innovation, with the remaining time devoted to teaching-related activities, including course preparation. The required starting date is 1st November 2026 at the latest, subject to a valid EU working permit.

Wat breng je mee?
Successful candidates should meet the following criteria:

• A PhD in Economics (candidates who have submitted their dissertation and are awaiting their defence are also encouraged to apply);
• Demonstrated experience in teaching in higher education, preferably at the university level;
• Clear potential for excellence in teaching a range of economics courses at both undergraduate and graduate levels, as well as supervising BSc and MSc theses;
• Programming skills in R and/or STATA;
• Excellent command of spoken and written English;

A University Teaching Qualification (UTQ, Dutch: BKO) or a willingness to obtain this qualification.

Wat bieden wij?
We offer:

• A fixed-term appointment as Lecturer for up to 4 years
• A full-time gross salary between €4.728,- and €6.433,- (scale 11 according to the Collective Labor Agreement Dutch Universities) per month for a full-time employment
• 8% holiday bonus and 8.3% end-of-year bonus
• A pension scheme, partially paid parental leave, and flexible employment conditions based on the Collective Labour Agreement (CAO) Dutch Universities.
• In addition to the employment conditions from the CAO for Dutch Universities, Utrecht University has a number of its own arrangements. These include agreements on professional development, leave arrangements, sports and cultural schemes and you get discounts on software and other IT products. We also give you the opportunity to expand your terms of employment through the Employment Conditions Selection Model. This is how we encourage you to grow.

For more information, please visit working at Utrecht University.

Over ons
A better future for everyone. This ambition motivates our scientists in executing their leading research and inspiring teaching. At Utrecht University, the various disciplines collaborate intensively towards major strategic themes. Our focus is on Dynamics of Youth, Institutions for Open Societies, Life Sciences and Pathways to Sustainability. Sharing science, shaping tomorrow.

The Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance is a faculty at the heart of society, with a strong focus on social issues. Our subjects of Law, Economics and Governance give us a strong mix of academic disciplines that complement and enhance each other. This is a unique combination and a mark of our faculty’s strength.

The Utrecht University School of Economics (U.S.E) is part of the Faculty of Law, Economics and Governance at Utrecht University. U.S.E. aims to contribute to an economy where people flourish by taking a broad view on welfare and its causes. We aspire to be an internationally renowned school of economics with scientifically rigorous and socially relevant research and education. We enrich economics with other disciplines to better solve problems and identify opportunities, from a business as well as government perspective.

Meer informatie
For more information about this position, please contact Joyce Delnoij via j.m.j.delnoij@uu.nl

Candidates for this vacancy will be recruited by Utrecht University.

Solliciteren
As Utrecht University, we want to be a home for everyone. We value staff with diverse backgrounds, perspectives and identities, including cultural, religious or ethnic background, gender, sexual orientation, disability or age. We strive to create a safe and inclusive environment in which everyone can flourish and contribute.

To apply, please send your curriculum vitae, including a letter of motivation via the ‘apply now’ button.

Uiterlijk reageren op 7 juli 2026.

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