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Associate Professor in Finance

Employer
THE UNIVERSITY OF NEWCASTLE AUSTRALIA
Location
Newcastle, Australia
Salary
$166,260 - $183,163 + 17% super
Closing date
25 Oct 2024
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Job no: HRC0008148
Category: Academic

  • Top 1% University in the World, Newcastle NSW Australia.
  • Enjoy a fantastic lifestyle & easy connectivity to major cities and destinations
  • Leadership role - Academic teaching, research and industry engagement

About Us

Newcastle Business School (NBS) is recognised for its excellence in internationally impactful research and strong industry engagement and has established itself as a leader in shaping business education.

Located at NUspace, the University of Newcastle’s leading education precinct in the heart of Newcastle’s CBD, Newcastle Business School offers an innovative and technology-enhanced teaching environment. This ‘vertical campus’ provides state-of-the-art facilities designed to deliver a world-class student experience. In addition to Newcastle, we deliver programs in Sydney, Ourimbah, and through online learning platforms.

Our Key Achievements

  • Accredited by AACSB and EQUIS, reflecting our commitment to the highest standards in business education.
  • Ranked in the Top 175 globally for Business and Economics.
  • Ranked 28th globally in the Times Higher Education Impact Rankings (2023).
  • Ranked 74th in the QS Sustainability Rankings (2024).
  • 84% of our journal articles are published in Q1/Q2 journals, underscoring our research excellence.

Position overview

This is an opportunity to make a significant contribution to the future of finance education and at the University of Newcastle. You will;

  • Provide educational leadership across the Course, Program, Discipline, School, and University levels, driving innovative program and course development.
  • Lead or significantly contribute to the implementation of the discipline’s research strategy, maintaining a strong national and international profile, and attracting external funding. 
  • Mentor early career researchers and supervise higher degree research (RHD) students.
  • Maintain meaningful networks and industry partnerships that facilitate research and innovation, and work-integrated learning and graduate employment opportunities.
  • Lead or significantly contribute to governance, administration, professional service, and external engagement at the School, College, and University levels.

Additional information and an expanded list of responsibilities can be viewed in the position description. 

About you

With a PhD in Finance or a related area, you will be an established professional with substantial experience in teaching and research, including a strong record of published work and successful student supervision. In addition, our ideal candidate will demonstrate:

  • Evidence of designing and developing new curricula in finance or with an emphasis on learning to prepare students as career ready graduates and authentic assessment.
  • Evidence of successful track record of grants received and applications developed in the area of finance.
  • Evidence of successful engagement with industry stakeholders to inform teaching and research.
  • Evidence of incorporating artificial intelligence (AI) into teaching and research.

Remuneration and benefits

The remuneration for this position is from $166,260 - $183,163 + 17% super + leave loading.

In addition, we offer a range of benefits and extras including additional leave, flexible working and discounts. You can explore further here- Benefits at a Glance

Why relocate to Newcastle?

Newcastle, the second-largest city in New South Wales, offers a blend of natural beauty, cultural vibrancy, and professional opportunity. As a centre of economic growth and innovation, Newcastle is home to a diverse range of industries, providing a unique setting for academic research and collaboration. Just two hours from Sydney, the city combines relaxed coastal living with easy connectivity to major cities and tourist destinations, making it an ideal place to live and work. 

We provide financial support for relocation expenses, assist with advice on housing, schools and tours of the region, and have a dedicated team to support visa and immigration processes.

Visit the City of Newcastle site to imagine your future in Newcastle.

How to Apply

If you are viewing this advertisement on a job board other than the University’s website, please click ‘Apply’ to be redirected to the University's site, where you can access the Position Description. Be sure to download and review the full selection criteria before submitting your application. You can find more details about our application process here.

Your application must include:

  1. Your ORCID ID
  2. A URL link to your University Academic Profile (or equivalent)
  3. A Cover Letter and Statement, uploaded as a single PDF document:
  4. The Cover Letter should outline your interest in the role and provide contact details for at least three referees (maximum one page). The Statement should address the Essential and Desirable Criteria listed in the Position Description (maximum four pages).
  5. Your CV, limited to five pages, succinct and tailored to your discipline.

Closing date: 25 October 2024, 11:59 PM AEDT

Contact Us

For additional information on the position contact Professor James Skinner, Head of School at james.skinner@newcastle.edu.au or on (02) 4055 0918.

Technical Difficulties? Please reach out to us: employment@newcastle.edu.au

Alternative pathways? We value diversity and strive to ensure that our recruitment processes are equitable, inclusive and barrier-free. If you require an alternative pathway to view the Position Description or submit an application, then please contact Shannon Ellis via (02) 4055 3374 or Shannon.Ellis@newcastle.edu.au.

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