Senior Lecturer Visa Sponsorship Uk

Human Resource
Uk
May 1, 2025
£57 - £68 / year
Full Time
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Job Description

Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance
Aston Business School
Location: Aston University Main Campus, Birmingham
Salary: £57,422 to £66,537 per annum (Grade 10)
Contract Type: Permanent | Basis: Full-Time
Closing Date: Sunday, 01 June 2025 (23:59 BST)
Interview Date: Tuesday, 24 June 2025
Reference: 0103-25
Release Date: Thursday, 01 May 2025

The Opportunity

Aston Business School, a prestigious triple-accredited institution located in central Birmingham, invites applications for a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Finance to join the Department of Accounting and Finance. We seek a highly motivated academic who is committed to excellence in research, teaching, and academic citizenship.

You will join a thriving department of nearly 50 academic staff and contribute to both the research and teaching portfolios. This includes delivering high-quality education across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and playing a vital role in developing and sustaining a strong research profile.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Conduct and publish high-quality research in Finance or closely related areas (e.g., Economics, Data Analytics, Machine Learning for Finance).
  • Pursue external research funding and engage in research leadership where appropriate.
  • Deliver engaging, research-informed teaching—particularly in areas such as Risk Management, Fintech, and Machine Learning in Finance.
  • Supervise MSc and PhD students and support those on industrial placements.
  • Contribute to departmental administration, leadership roles, and wider academic community activities.

About You:

We’re looking for candidates with:

  • A strong or emerging research profile with publications in leading journals.
  • Teaching experience relevant to the Finance curriculum.
  • A collaborative approach to academic service and leadership.
  • A teaching qualification or willingness to obtain one (expected at Senior Lecturer level).

Why Join Aston?

  • Award-winning institution: HSJ Trust of the Year (2020); Athena SWAN Gold Award holder
  • Vibrant research culture: Collaborative, inclusive, and supportive environment
  • Prime location: Based in the heart of Birmingham, with excellent transport links including to London
  • Global reach: Opportunities to collaborate through international partnerships

We value diversity and inclusion in all areas of our work and strongly encourage applications from underrepresented groups. We also support flexible working arrangements—please contact the recruiting manager to discuss options.

Visa Sponsorship:
This role is likely to qualify for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route. See official guidance: UK Skilled Worker visa

Enquiries:
Academic: Prof. Andy Lymer, Head of Department | Email: a.lymer@aston.ac.uk
Recruitment: recruitment@aston.ac.uk | Tel: 0121 204 4500

For more on our commitment to equality and inclusivity, visit: Inclusive Aston

Need this advert or the application form in a different format? Contact us at recruitment@aston.ac.uk.

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