Professor/Associate Professor in Economics

Overview

The University of Southampton Malaysia is seeking to appoint a Professor or Associate Professor in Economics within the Southampton Malaysia Business School. This full-time, fixed-term position is for a duration of 3 years and is based on-site at the Malaysia campus located at USMC. The role contributes to the BSc Economics and Finance and the BSc Economics and Actuarial Science programmes by delivering high-quality teaching, supporting curriculum development, supervising students, and building a strong research profile.

Requirements

Applicants must hold a PhD or equivalent professional qualification in Economics or a related discipline, alongside a recognised higher education teaching qualification through Advance HE such as a PGCAP or equivalent. Candidates are required to have proven undergraduate or postgraduate teaching experience, a strong track record of research publications in reputable academic journals, and experience in managing research projects and securing external research funding. Additional essential criteria include the ability to contribute to curriculum development, knowledge of Malaysian higher education regulatory frameworks including MQA and MOHE alongside international standards, and excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Both internal and external candidates are welcome to apply, with the final appointment level determined by qualifications, academic experience, research profile, and suitability.

How to apply

Interested candidates should submit one PDF document containing a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and requirements, along with an up-to-date curriculum vitae. Applications must be sent via email to jobs.uosm@southampton.ac.uk. Interviews will commence immediately and continue until the position is filled.

Key dates

The closing date for applications is 2027-01-05.