Daniel Jack Chair in Economics

The University of Glasgow has been changing the world since 1451. It is the fourth oldest university in the English-speaking world and has consistently been at the forefront of innovation, transforming lives and delivering world-changing impact for almost 600 years. We are delighted to rank in the top 100 of universities worldwide in both the Times Higher Education and QS World University Rankings.

Despite the institution’s unique history and firmly established reputation for excellence, Glasgow remains strongly focused on the future, investing in infrastructure and people to be the home of the world changers of today and tomorrow.

The Daniel Jack Chair in Economics at the University of Glasgow is a prestigious professorship named after economist Daniel Thomson Jack (1901–1984). Daniel Jack, a University of Glasgow alumnus, made significant contributions to economic policy.

The Adam Smith Business School is seeking an international research leader to fulfil this strategic position, including leading the School’s contribution to the ESRC’s Productivity Institute.

The successful candidate will undertake a senior leadership role by conducting internationally leading applied economics research, delivering research-led education and demonstrating excellence in teaching that supports the strategic objectives and priorities of the Adam Smith Business School and College of Social Sciences, in line with the University’s ambitions.

They will undertake substantial responsibilities associated with managing external stakeholder relationships that enhance the University’s reputation, advance knowledge exchange, public understanding and outreach and strengthen links with professional bodies.

They will also undertake a senior leadership position within the ESRC Productivity Institute, of which the University of Glasgow is a founding partner.

The Adam Smith Business School is named in honour of another University of Glasgow alumnus, the father of modern economics, Adam Smith. The School aims to follow his legacy by developing enlightened, engaged and entrepreneurial graduates, who are internationally recognised and make a positive impact on culture and society.

The School also aims at creating inspiring leaders, researchers and professionals whose research and relations with industry have real impact, influencing organisations as they develop and grow globally.

The School combine world class research and teaching in a range of accredited degree programmes in Accounting & Finance, Economics and Management to prepare its alumni for a promising future career and the ability to contribute to organisations at the highest level.

Visit our website for further information on Adam Smith Business School: www.gla.ac.uk/schools/business

For further information, please contact Professor Soner Baskaya, Soner.Baskaya@glasgow.ac.uk

This post is full time (35 hours per week) and open ended. Relocation assistance will be provided where appropriate.

Apply online at: www.gla.ac.uk/explore/jobs/appointments/166811

Closing date: 23:45 on Tuesday 3^rd June 2025

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