Lecturer in Accounting – Teaching and Research

About the role

We are seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Accounting to join a vibrant and internationally recognised School. You will contribute to the delivery and development of undergraduate, postgraduate and distance learning programmes in accounting, while supporting the supervision of postgraduate researchers. You will play an active role in curriculum development, student support and the wider academic life of the School, helping to provide an outstanding learning experience across a range of teaching formats. 

Alongside teaching, you will develop a strong programme of research that contributes to the School’s research profile and future REF ambitions. You will be expected to publish high-quality research, build collaborations, pursue external funding opportunities and engage with businesses, policymakers and other stakeholders to enhance the impact of your work. The School of Business is a global community of academics, professional services staff and students, internationally recognised for its research and business education, offering an excellent environment in which to develop your academic career.

About you

You will hold a completed PhD in Accounting, or possess significant relevant professional experience, together with recognised expertise in an area of accounting. You will have an emerging record of publications in internationally excellent journals and a research agenda aligned with strategic priorities. Experience of teaching undergraduate and/or postgraduate students is essential, along with a commitment to developing excellent, innovative and inclusive teaching practice. You will either hold an appropriate academic teaching qualification or be willing to work towards Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy. 

You will be an effective communicator with the ability to work both independently and collaboratively across research, teaching and engagement activities. We are looking for someone who can contribute positively to a collegial academic environment, support students’ success, and build productive relationships with external partners and stakeholders. Experience of dissertation supervision, distance learning provision, PhD supervision or research income generation would be advantageous, as would a commitment to developing meaningful partnerships with industry and the wider business community.

Additional information

For informal enquiries, please initially contact ulsb.recruitment@le.ac.uk.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

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