Academic Career Development Fellow in Urban & Regional Economics

About the role

The Department of Land Economy and Newnham College invite applications for a three‑year Isaac Newton Trust Academic Career Development Fellowship in Urban and Regional Economics, commencing 30 September 2026. The Fellow will join the Lab for Interdisciplinary Spatial Analysis, conduct independent research, and contribute to teaching and departmental administration.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and complete a research project in urban and regional economics within the three‑year term.
• Publish research findings in reputable journals and present at conferences.
• Teach and examine undergraduate courses in relevant economics subjects.
• Supervise and examine MPhil postgraduate work, potentially in migration or planning.
• Participate in departmental and college administration, including possible election to a Bye‑Fellowship at Newnham College.

Required profile

• Early‑stage academic with a strong background in urban and regional economics, environmental economics, or related fields.
• Demonstrated ability to use quantitative methods in research or teaching.
• Experience in teaching at the university level and a commitment to developing teaching and administrative skills.
• Potential to publish in the specialist field and contribute to the academic community.

Required skills

• Quantitative research methods and data analysis.
• Academic writing and publication.
• Teaching and examination of undergraduate and postgraduate students.

What we offer

• A three‑year fixed‑term fellowship with a competitive research grant.
• Access to the Lab for Interdisciplinary Spatial Analysis and Cambridge’s academic resources.
• Opportunity to develop a sustainable academic career and potential Bye‑Fellowship at Newnham College.
• Supportive environment promoting equality, diversity, and inclusion.