Lecturer in Accounting (x2 posts)

The Loughborough University campus is located in the heart of England. With world-class facilities, our 523-acre single-site campus features an abundance of green, open space and hosts everything that our students, staff, and visitors need on site. Loughborough University is committed to supporting excellence. From our outstanding student experience and unparalleled sporting achievements to our high-quality teaching provision and acclaimed research offering, we strive to create better futures, together.

We are consistently ranked as a top 10 UK University in national league tables and Loughborough Business School also holds triple accreditation from AMBA, EQUIS and AACSB. Our position within the higher education sector has been developed by our excellence driven approach and a welcoming, vibrant international community of staff and students. Whether you are an innovative academic aiming to make a difference in the world, or an ambitious professional in search of a rewarding career in higher education, you can make progress with purpose at Loughborough Business School.

The role and what we’re looking for

We are seeking to appoint two Lecturers in Accounting to join our highly regarded and ambitious Accounting and Finance group. We welcome applications from outstanding scholars who have completed a PhD in any area of Accounting and demonstrate the ability to further enhance the group’s research profile through the publication of high-quality, impactful work in the Accounting subject area. The successful candidates will also be expected to pursue external funding opportunities and to build meaningful engagement with businesses, policymakers, and other key stakeholders.

We are interested in candidates who can deliver an exceptional teaching experience in financial reporting and/or management accounting. The successful applicants will contribute to the delivery of modules across our highly successful undergraduate Accounting and Finance programme, as well as our suite of MSc programmes. They will also play an active role in curriculum development, student support, and the broader academic life of the Accounting and Finance group and the Business School.

This post is available on a full-time open-ended basis. Hybrid working is also available, with a mix of working in the office and from home.

For more information on the role please refer to the Job Description and Person Specification.

Application and assessment process

The closing date for applications is 9 September 2026.

Interviews will take place in-person on 22 October 2026.

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Noel O’Sullivan, Head of Accounting & Finance discipline group at C.N.OSullivan@lboro.ac.uk  

Our Benefits 

We’re committed to creating an environment where you can flourish. You’ll enjoy generous time off, including 14 university closure days and bank holidays, plus a holiday purchase scheme. Other benefits include flexible and hybrid working options, family-friendly support, world-class sporting facilities, and a wide range of financial, health, and sustainability perks. Discover more about our full range of rewards and benefits.  

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