Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance (AER)

Job title: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance (AER) 
Department: School of Finance and Management 
Contract Type: Permanent 
Grade: G8/G9 
Salary: Lecturer: Grade 8 (£49,803.29 - £58,613.29)  
Senior Lecturer: Grade 9 (£60,239.29 - £69,312.29) 
Inc. London Allowance 
Location: London 
Hours: 35 per week 

SOAS University of London is the leading Higher Education institution in Europe specialising in the study of Asia, Africa and the Near and Middle East.  SOAS University of London is positioned to play a leading role in reimagining higher education globally, with a new strategic plan in place as the basis for the renewal and revitalisation of the School which commits SOAS to both student responsiveness and research intensity. SOAS is moving towards a new model of international partnerships which is responsive to the transnational character of our global challenges.  
 

About the Department 
The School of Finance and Management (SFM) is a leading centre for research in finance and management in a global context as well as specialist knowledge on Africa, Asia and the Middle East. We aim to develop policy makers who shape new developments as well as business leaders who create value for their companies and organizations. Our department is a source of game-changing ideas and opportunities for networking. 

Our Undergraduate and Postgraduate programmes are research-led and challenge-driven and they deliver teaching of the highest quality. They adopt a global perspective and enable participants to develop and enhance sound analytical thinking, personal drive and initiative, and effective communication. Master’s degree programmes are also offered through the distance learning Centre for Financial and Management Studies (CeFiMS). 

Our Research programmes provide opportunities for advanced students to work towards MPhil and PhD degrees. Part of our research is carried out within the Centre for Global Finance and the Centre for Trust Research. Policy makers and practitioners from the private sector, international organisations and national governments also join SFM for their continuous professional development (CPD) programmes. 

About the Role 
The School of Finance and Management is seeking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Finance (Academic Education-Focused career Route or AER). The School of Finance and Management is expanding the Postgraduate programmes with the launch of a new MSc Finance in 2024/25, and various new exciting programmes and initiatives are underway.  

The successful candidate will have proven teaching ability. They will be expected to design and deliver modules at either or both undergraduate and postgraduate level in the field of finance, such as corporate finance, Fintech, and finance in emerging economies. They may be expected to teach other subjects in the field of finance and management more broadly. They will possess capabilities and skills to engage students, innovate teaching methods, and stimulate a thriving learning environment. 

We are open to colleagues who have received (or are receiving) a PhD in Finance.  

Please address informal enquiries to the Head of the School of Finance and Management, Dr Alberto Asquer - aa144@soas.ac.uk  

You can find further information on the key criteria for the role in the Job Description and Person Specification, along with a full list of duties and responsibilities, which can be found on the SOAS website. 

How to Apply  

Please complete the online application form and upload your CV publications, and a supporting statement  

Closing date:  5th July 2024  

Interviews to be held: TBC, indicatively in the week starting on 22nd July 2024 

Further information 

If you have any questions or require any assistance with regard to the application process, please contact hr-recruitment@soas.ac.uk  

'Successful candidates will need to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK or have limited leave to remain in the UK and associated right to work for the duration of their employment with SOAS, in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006'. for the duration of their contract 

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We would particularly welcome applications from candidates from working class, first generation Higher Education, Black, Asian, other minority ethnic and underrepresented groups from within the UK and beyond. All appointment decisions will be made on merit, following a fair and competitive process.