* 26 weeks paid parental leave after one year and 36 weeks after five years continuous service, regardless of gender.
* 4 weeks annual leave with the option to purchase more.
* 13 weeks long service leave after seven/ten years.
* Salary packaging options.
* 17% superannuation, with the option to reduce to the minimum super guarantee.
* 25% off UWA full fee courses, discounted health insurance, and convenient on-campus childcare options.
* Incremental progression based on 12 months continuous service.
Job no: 522626
Work type: Full Time
Location: Crawley
Categories: Business
* Full-time appointment on a tenurable basis.
* Base salary range: Level C, $144,143 – $165,809p.a. (pro-rata) plus 17% superannuation.
About the area
The Economics Department is a leading research and education centre in Australia and the Indo-Pacific region. Our students rank amongst the brightest in Australia. The Department houses outstanding researchers who publish in leading international journals across multiple fields.
Please visit https://www.uwa.edu.au/schools/Business/Economics for more information about our department.
About the opportunity
* Deliver high‑quality teaching in Economics, including curriculum development and supervision of Honours, Master’s, and PhD students.
* Produce internationally impactful research, building research networks, publishing in top‑tier journals, and pursuing competitive funding from national and international sources.
* Contribute to leadership and service, supporting School and University governance, strategic initiatives, and external engagement with industry, government, and community partners.
About you
* PhD in Economics or related field.
* Publications in top-ranked international peer-reviewed economic or related field journals.
* Undertake forefront economics research.
* Evidence of excellent teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate units.
* Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students' research projects.
* Contribute collaboratively to academic governance and department administrative matters.
Note: Employment checks will include information on gender-based violence, sexual harassment, and related misconduct to meet legal obligations.
Please apply online via the Apply Now button, and address the selection criteria in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria.
You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.
Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Thursday, 12 March 2026
This position is open to international applicants.
About the University
The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.
Our commitment to inclusion and diversity
UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.
If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.
If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at people@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.
Advertised: 12 Feb 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
Applications close: 12 Mar 2026 W. Australia Standard Time
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