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St. Augustine Campus, Trinidad and Tobago

Lecturer in Economics

Qualifications and Experience

The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a PhD from a recognized university in Economics or a closely related field.

Candidates should also possess:

  • Teaching experience at the undergraduate or postgraduate level at a recognized tertiary institution or university
  • At least three (3) years’ teaching experience at the undergraduate level in at least one (1) of the following:
    • Behavioural Economics
    • Game Theory
    • Consumer Choice Theory
  • A good record of research and publications in reputable, peer reviewed journals
  • Evidence of a defined research agenda with a proven excellent research and publication record in Behavioural Economics, Game Theory, or Consumer Choice Theory
Candidates with the following would have an advantage:
  • At least one (1) year teaching experience at the postgraduate level in at least one (1) of the following:
    • Game Theory
    • Consumer Choice Theory
  • Experience in the supervision of postgraduate students at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels
  • Experience in engaging in community outreach activities
The following would be considered assets:
  • Certificate in university teaching and learning
  • Experience in course development
  • Experience in online delivery of courses and use of educational technology
  • A proven track record of writing successful grant proposals and securing funding from international funding agencies

 

Contact:
Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@uwi.edu. Two (2) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained at https://sta.uwi.edu/jobs/ in the Faculty & Staff, Staff Vacancies Section. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.
 
The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.
 
Deadline for receipt of applications: 2026 January 11
Download: Application Pack