Lecturer in Economics and Data Analytics

About the role

The University of Finance and Economics (UFE), founded in 1924, is a non-profit academic research institution in Mongolia offering programs that combine finance, economics and applied analytics. It is seeking a full-time, on-site Lecturer in Economics and Data Analytics to deliver undergraduate and/or graduate courses in economics, quantitative methods and data analytics.

Key responsibilities

• Prepare syllabi, lectures, assignments and assessments for economics, quantitative methods and data analytics courses.
• Guide students through theoretical and applied economic concepts and teach data analysis tools and techniques.
• Supervise student projects and provide academic advising.
• Contribute to curriculum development and collaborate with colleagues on program improvement.
• Engage in scholarly or applied research and take part in departmental and university activities.

Required profile

• Strong foundation in economics, including microeconomics, macroeconomics and applied or empirical economics.
• Demonstrated competence in data analytics, such as statistical analysis, econometrics and data-driven decision-making.
• Master's degree or higher in Economics, Data Analytics, Statistics, Finance or a closely related field; a doctorate is an advantage.
• Experience in higher education teaching or professional practice in economics, finance or analytics is highly beneficial.
• Ability to engage in research and work collaboratively in a multicultural academic environment.
• Proficiency in English and knowledge of Mongolian are assets.

Required skills

• Teaching with quantitative tools and software (statistical packages, spreadsheets or programming languages used in data analysis).
• Effective teaching, communication and presentation skills, with a student-centered and inclusive approach.