As a lecturer, you will be responsible for teaching microeconomics courses. The academic year is structured into four six-week blocks and two three-week blocks, during which you’ll spend an average of 14-16 hours per week in the classroom.

Initially, you’ll focus on bachelor-level courses, primarily leading tutorials for subjects coordinated and taught by other faculty members. Additionally, you’ll supervise bachelor and master theses. Over time, based on performance, you may take on full course responsibility—including at the master’s level.

Tasks and responsibilities

In your first year, you will:

• Teach tutorial sessions in microeconomics courses.

• Grade exams.

• Supervise bachelor and master theses.

As you progress, your responsibilities may expand to include:

• Coordinating bachelor-level courses.

• Delivering lectures.

You will be working as a Lecturer (‘Docent’) for 32 or 38 hours.

The Microeconomics section is a diverse team of 50+ members, ranging from PhD candidates to full professors, each contributing their expertise and perspectives. Currently, five lecturers specialize in teaching, contributing to an environment that values and respects every member’s role in both education and research.

We foster a collaborative atmosphere, with regular team meetings and open communication with colleagues and leadership. Beyond work, informal gatherings provide opportunities to connect in a more relaxed setting.

We are seeking a motivated and passionate lecturer who wants to specialize in academic teaching. The ideal candidate:

• Has experience with and an interest in microeconomics.

• Is a team player, treating colleagues with respect and professionalism.

• Holds (or is close to completing) a PhD in Economics.

• Has university-level teaching experience; applicants with strong course evaluations are encouraged to apply.

• Is fluent in English and either fluent in Dutch or willing to learn Dutch for teaching purposes.

We offer full-time employment for the period of four years with a probationary period of two months, preferably starting from May 1, 2025, with the prospect of a permanent employment agreement. The UFO profile Docent 4 applies to this position. This position is classified in scale 10. This means a gross monthly salary between € 3,378 and € 5,331 for full-time employment (38 hours per week), excluding holiday allowance (8%) and year-end bonus (8.3%). The salary scale depends on competences and work experience. The Collective Labour Agreement for Dutch Universities is applicable.

The UvA has an extensive package of fringe benefits, including:

• 29 days' holiday with full employment & extra holidays between Christmas and the New Year;

• Excellent work (from home) facilities;

• reimbursement of commuting expenses;

• pension accrual with ABP;

• In addition, the UvA offers excellent study and development opportunities and encourages employees to continue their professional development;

• You may participate in the open UvA lectures with which you can earn up to 30 credits per year.

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