Lecturer

Job title:

Lecturer

Company

Aston University

Job description

Location: Aston University Main Campus
Salary: £45,585 to £54,395 per annum
Grade: Grade 09
Contract Type: PermanentBasis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 30 September 2024
Interview Date: Thursday 17 October 2024
Reference: 0307-24
Release Date: Sunday 01 September 2024The successful applicant for this post will join the Accounting Department within Aston Business School – a Triple Accredited School (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA). The departments and research centres within ABS work together to further our understanding of key business disciplines and issues, with a focus on innovation and impact. In the latest Research Excellence Framework, 77% of our research outputs were rated world-leading (4*) or internationally excellent (3*)As a growing department we offer a friendly, supportive and vibrant community of scholars embedded in a world-leading business faculty.We offer accounting degrees at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, and also deliver accounting modules across a wide range of business and management programmes including a new accounting specialist degree apprenticeship launching in 2024/25. We have ambitious expansion plans and are now seeking to recruit a Lecturer to support these plans by providing additional teaching, research and enterprise expertise in any area of accounting.An ability to contribute to the teaching and research of accounting is essential. We value highly the use of innovative approaches to teaching, particularly the integration of cutting-edge technology and pedagogical methods to enhance student engagement and learning outcomes. You will have a track record of, or potential for, excellent research (appropriate to career stage) and a well-developed plan of research that covers the remaining period of the REF cycle and beyond. A research bias as either a qualitative or quantitative researcher is acceptable for this post. You must also be committed to excellent teaching and outstanding student support. A PhD in Accounting or equivalent, and relevant professional and/or academic experience is essential.About you:You should have a PhD in a relevant academic discipline. You will also have a recognised teaching qualification / membership of the Higher Education Authority at least at Fellow level.What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found

For enquiries about this vacancy please contact Andy Lymer (Head of Department)Further details:Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit:We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at

Expected salary

£45585 – 54395 per year

Location

Birmingham – Aston, West Midlands

Job date

Mon, 02 Sep 2024 03:18:25 GMT

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