Jobs & studentships in Economic/Social History

Visiting Research Scholar – Vinson Centre (University of Buckingham)

This opportunity is of interest to visiting scholars who wish to undertake research at the Vinson Centre (University of Buckingham) for 4 – 6 weeks. There is a superb history of economic thought library (the Hayek Library) which visiting scholars can use for the duration of their stay. The ‘Hayek Library’ comprises several personal collections of books, pamphlets and journals in the Classical Liberal tradition in economics, methodology and political theory; including collections from E. G. West, M. Blaug, R. Roberts, M. Beloff, N. Barry and R. Harris, as well as volumes from the Institute of Economic Affairs’ historical catalogue.

The researcher is expected to give a seminar to students/staff and to the extent possible, to engage in research projects with our staff, with possible collaboration and publication.

Applications are welcome in any area in Classical Liberal Economics, but in particular in the following topics/fields: History of Economic Thought, History of Ideas, Money, Central Banks and the Government, Government spending/taxation, Regulation. Free Trade and Economic Growth, Alternatives to State Education.

• Duration: 4-6 weeks
• Location: Vinson Centre (University of Buckingham). Buckingham, UK (Hunter Street campus, MK18 1EG)
• Accommodation will be provided on campus at no cost. Stipend available for travel costs within the UK
• No payment will be made by the Centre
• Application details: 1,000 words on the research proposal

Contact – Juan Castaneda

Deadline – 2 January 2025

Professorship of Business – Gresham College

The Professorship of Business is open to any academic discipline within the field, covering topics such as Business, Economics, Economic History, Commerce, Management, Entrepreneurship or Finance.

The three-year appointment (start date 1 Aug 2025) requires the professor to present six lectures each academic year. Gresham Professors also participate in College life, attending the Academic Board, participating in promotion and outreach, attending social events and acting as ambassadors for the College. The post offers excellent opportunities to widen public exposure for the successful candidate. The College pays an annual stipend of £8,000 (plus reasonable expenses) and encourages applications from all backgrounds and communities.

More information can be found on the Gresham College website.

Deadline – 09:30am on Monday 6 January 2025

Interviews will be held in London on Wednesday 5 March 2025