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We are seeking to appoint outstanding, successful individuals with a strong teaching and scholarship profile to complement our existing strengths in Accounting, Finance and Banking. As a Lecturer (Teaching and Scholarship), you will carry out teaching, scholarship and management within the School, Faculty and University, and contribute to academic leadership in the field of business with specific emphasis in the areas of accounting and finance. The position is open to those with expertise in the field of Accounting, Finance or Banking.
The Accounting and Finance Department fosters a vibrant research culture, where the personal development and career progression of early career researchers is an integral part of our strategy. Our research encompasses four main themes, with a focus on applied and empirical studies, supported by four specialist research centres. The Department has also invested over GBP 2.5m in databases to support world-class research. During the most recent six-year period, the members of the Department published over 40 research articles in academic journals, recognised as either Journals of Distinction (CABS 4*) or Top Journals in their field (CABS 4).
Working with research partners, private and public sector organisations, and governmental bodies our team of researchers also developed several projects with significant impact on the local region, the economy and society in general. Our ‘flagship’ BSc Accounting & Finance programme is consistently ranked as a top 5 in the Complete University Guide, has consistently achieved high NSS scores and occupied top spots in all major league tables. The Department has also been named a ‘Centre of Excellence’ by the CBI and our MSc Banking and International Finance and BSc Banking and Finance programmes are accredited by the CBI.
This is an exciting opportunity to become part of an international, diverse, and very successful Department in our growing Business School here at the University of Leeds.
Please see the how to apply on the job description and include the requested information.
What we offer in return
• 26 days holiday plus approx.16 Bank Holidays/days that the University is closed by custom (including Christmas) – That’s 42 days a year!
• Generous pension scheme plus life assurance– the University contributes 14.5% of salary
• Health and Wellbeing: A dedicated Staff Wellbeing Hub hosting staff clubs, events and support services, including discounted staff membership at our state-of-the-art Campus gym, The Edge and a 24/7 Employee Assistance programme.
• Personal Development: Access to courses run by our Organisational Development & Professional Learning team.
• Access to on-site childcare, shopping discounts and travel schemes are also available.
And much more!
To explore the post further or for any queries you may have, please contact:
Professor Konstantinos Bozos, Head of Accounting and Finance Department
Tel: +44 (0)113 343 8685
Email: K.Bozos@lubs.leeds.ac.uk
Or
Professor Shima Amini, Chair in Entrepreneurial Finance
Email: S.Amini@lubs.leeds.ac.uk
To apply for this job please visit jobs.leeds.ac.uk.