Job Description

About the vacancy: UWE is making strategic appointments to strengthen and expand its already high-performing subject groups. As such, the Department of Accounting, Economics and Finance is seeking to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Finance.

The department promotes research and practice led teaching. In addition to our core Financial Reporting, Management Accounting and Finance provisions; we are expanding our offering into exciting areas such as Financial Technology, Forensic Accounting and Non-life Insurance. Sustainability and ethics cuts across the heart of everything we do. Our staff in the Accounting and Finance field conduct research in areas such as asset pricing and investment, management education, CSR and pension fund management among many specialisms. Our research is firmly embedded within our teaching delivery.

About you: These appointments are specifically designed to reinforce the Accounting and Finance group\xe2\x80\x99s ability to deliver an outstanding student experience. In particular, we seek applicants who have experience of teaching in an HE context, can contribute to the delivery of the Accounting and Finance programmes and have the ability to develop a research profile.

The successful candidate will have:

• A postgraduate degree in a subject relevant or equivalent professional/industry experience
• The ability to inspire and engage students
• The potential to deliver high-quality research and/or scholarly/practice activity
• An ability to communicate effectively with students and colleagues
• An interest and ability to work independently and as part of a team

This post is based at our lively campus where we have invested in the latest facilities and resources to give both our staff and students access to everything they need to succeed.

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 36,000 students and 4,200 staff from right across the globe. Based in , one of the UK\xe2\x80\x99s most exciting and forward-thinking cities, we are regionally embedded and globally connected, with an established network of employer and academic partners.

In addition to progressive pay rates, we offer a wide range of including generous annual leave and pension schemes as well as opportunities for training and personal development.

We also provide a tailored professional programme to support our academic colleagues in delivering the highest in professional teaching standards.

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a .

We are proud to be part of a vibrant, multicultural city that celebrates diversity, we\xe2\x80\x99re always looking for talented people from all backgrounds to join us. Our people are our strength, and diversity enhances our creativity and leads to better decision-making and problem-solving. Bring your talent and ambition to our growing community and find yourself in a stimulating and supportive environment where you\xe2\x80\x99ll thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from Black, Asian, Multiple Heritage or Other Minority Ethnic candidates as we are currently under-represented in these areas within UWE Bristol, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

Further information

If you would like an informal discussion about this opportunity, please contact Dan Miles on 0117 3281377 or dan2.miles@uwe.ac.uk

This is a permanent post, and is full time working on a 100 percent contract.

The interviews will take place on 7th November.

This post is available on a job share basis for applicants wishing to work part time.

As a employer, we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University and it is vital to our success and the delivery of an outstanding experience for our students that our campuses are dynamic and vibrant places to learn and spend time. This role is therefore campus based.

We are able to sponsor qualifying candidates for this role under the Home Office Skilled Worker visa route. Please read our to assess if you will be eligible to be sponsored under the criteria.

Please also refer to the which provides details of which documents are acceptable to prove your right to work in the UK. Should you be shortlisted you will be asked to produce your right to work documents at your interview.

Please note that UWE does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.

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