Lecturer (Digital Finance)

Lecturer (Digital Finance)

Job no: 517273

Work type: full time

Location: Crawley

Categories: Business

Join a dynamic team shaping the future of finance education.
Contribute to cutting-edge research and teaching.
Full-time appointment on an ongoing, tenurable basis.
Base salary range: Level B: $113,934 – $134,824 p.a. plus 17% superannuation.

About the area

The Department of Accounting & Finance in the Business School offers undergraduate and postgraduate degree courses as well as research-based doctoral degrees. The students rank amongst the brightest in Australia, as measured by Australian Tertiary Admissions Rank (ATAR). Academics in the Department deliver high quality teaching and conduct high quality research.

About the opportunity

• Deliver high-quality teaching and develop inclusive curricula for undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Conduct impactful research in digital finance and big data, aiming for publications in reputable journals and securing funding.
• Contribute to School governance, collaborate with external organizations, and support inclusion and diversity initiatives.

About you

• Hold a PhD or equivalent in Finance.
• Demonstrated research interest, and ability to teach, in the area of digital finance, including blockchain and cryptocurrency.
• Demonstrated interest in the application of Big Data and machine learning techniques to finance-related problems, including research and teaching initiatives would be highly valued.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver innovative teaching approaches, assessment and materials for units and courses.
• Demonstrated commitment to inclusive teaching practices to extend equality of opportunity for all learners.
• Demonstrate a significant personal contribution and commitment to high quality teaching and learning, including prior teaching experience.

Position description: PD [Lecturer (Digital Finance) (517273).pdf

To learn more about this opportunity, please contact Professor Lee Smales at lee.smales@uwa.edu.au

How to apply

Please apply online via the Apply Now button and address the selection criteria in your submission in a separate document. For information to assist you with compiling statements to answer the selection criteria, please visit Addressing the selection criteria. Additionally, please include at least two written professional reference letters with your application.

You may submit a statement describing any personal circumstances relevant to your application. This can include academic/professional interruptions or achievements relative to opportunity.

Closing date: 11:55 PM AWST on Sunday, 1 December 2024.

This position is open to international applicants.

About the University

The University of Western Australia (UWA) is ranked among the top 100 universities in the world and a member of the prestigious Australian Group of Eight research intensive universities. With a strong research track record, vibrant campus and working environments, supported by the freedom to innovate and inspire, there is no better time to join Western Australia’s top university.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

UWA is committed to a diverse workforce and an equitable and inclusive workplace. We are committed to fostering a safe environment for all, including Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, women, those from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, the LGBTIQA+ community, and people living with disability.

If you require any reasonable adjustments, we encourage you to advise us at the time of application. Alternatively, you can contact us for assistance during the recruitment process.

If you have queries relating to your application, please contact the individual named in the advertisement. Alternatively, please contact the Talent team at talent-hr@uwa.edu.au with details of your query. To enable a quick response, please include the 6-digit job reference number.

Advertised: 23 Oct 2024 W. Australia Standard Time

Applications close: 01 Dec 2024 11:55 PM W. Australia Standard Time