Position Overview & Specifications
The University of Bedfordshire Business School is at the forefront of expanding opportunity and access in higher education. With a strong focus on the student experience, we are committed to excellent, inclusive teaching that prepares our students for professional employment and that inspires them to achieve their ambitions. Our teaching, research and civic engagement make a real impact across business, public services and our community.
Following significant investment by the University in the learning environment and the student experience, we are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Accounting and Finance to join our team and assist in driving our ambitious programme of strategic change.
The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering research-informed teaching on our accounting and finance courses and for ensuring an excellent student experience. An integral part of the role will be to work with colleagues to review the curriculum and programmes, including developing and delivering new practice-based units and courses.
We will consider applications from across the spectrum of accounting and finance but are particularly interested in candidates also able to deliver high quality and innovative teaching in the areas of financial reporting, financial management, taxation, auditing and financial technology (FinTech).
The ideal candidate will hold a PhD in Accounting/Finance or an equivalent professional qualification and experience in a relevant subject area. You will be an excellent communicator, will enjoy working as part of a team and will be committed to your own personal development within your area of expertise.
Experience of curriculum design and development as well as previous experience of engagement with external partners and delivering HE provision across a distributed campus, including online, would be an advantage. Knowledge and understanding of the direction of travel of the professional bodies in the field of accounting and finance is essential.
The post will be based at the Luton campus, with travel to other campuses as required. Opportunities for delivery at our international partner campuses may also be available.
Interviews will be held 06 June 2023
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The University has a responsibility to ensure that all employees are eligible to live and work in the UK.
The University is committed to equality of opportunity and values the diversity of all its workforce and student population.
We offer a range of employee benefits including a generous pension and annual leave, free fitness classes and discounted gym membership, flexible working arrangements, personal and professional development and family-friendly policies.
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All applications must be received by midnight on the closing date. Applications will not be accepted after this deadline.