Teaching Fellow in Finance

Maternity Cover Opportunity (16 Months)

Aston Business School is one of the UK’s leading institutions, triple-accredited by EQUIS, AACSB, and AMBA. It is recognised for outstanding academic research—receiving 100% for Research Impact in the latest Research Excellence Framework (REF)—and excellence in teaching, awarded Triple Gold in the Teaching Excellence Framework (TEF).

Located in Birmingham City Centre, the School benefits from excellent transport links, with London just 1.2 hours away by train. It also maintains a presence in London and international locations through strategic partnerships.

The Accounting and Finance Department comprises nearly 50 academic staff specialising in a wide range of topics across accounting and finance. The finance group leads a successful undergraduate programme and four redesigned postgraduate finance programmes, while also supporting teaching across the wider School.

Current research and scholarly activity in the finance group covers:

• Asset pricing
• Volatility forecasting
• Real options
• Digital finance, blockchain and cryptocurrency
• Sustainable finance
• Financial stability
• Applied financial econometrics
• Corporate finance and governance

The department maintains strong links with professional bodies such as the CFA Institute, CISI, and the CMT Association, and has a reputation for innovative, rigorous, and relevant teaching and research. Staff are encouraged to participate in conferences and engage with policy, business, and community organisations, including executive education.

We are currently seeking an inspirational and motivated individual to join us on a fixed-term maternity cover role from 1 October 2025 to 31 January 2027. The successful applicant will contribute to teaching and module development within the finance group, providing both delivery and administrative support. They will also help shape the continued evolution of our academic portfolio.

Applicants should demonstrate a passion for scholarship and be willing to share findings at conferences or publish in professional journals. A good first degree, PhD (or near completion), or relevant professional/teaching qualifications in finance or a closely related field are essential. Industry experience in finance is desirable.

The appointee will work both independently and collaboratively to enhance the School’s teaching and scholarly reputation, and will also be expected to develop external links with relevant academic, governmental, or industry bodies in line with the School’s strategy.

This is a great opportunity for an enthusiastic and ambitious team-player to contribute to a growing and dynamic department within a friendly and supportive working environment.

Equality, Diversity, and Inclusion

Aston University is fully committed to equality and non-discrimination. We actively promote diversity across race, disability, and gender. We also support the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, reflecting our inclusive culture.

How to Apply

For further information and to apply on-line, please click the above “Apply” button.

For role-specific enquiries:

• Prof. Andy Lymer, Head of Department – a.lymer@aston.ac.uk
• Richard Kenyon, Deputy Head – r.kenyon@aston.ac.uk

For recruitment or application enquiries:

Email: jobs@aston.ac.uk, Tel: 0121 204 4500

Visa Sponsorship

The role is likely to meet the criteria for a Skilled Worker visa. For more information, visit: www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job

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