Lecturer/Senior Lecturer - Finance

Company Description

Every institution values excellence. What matters most is why.
Griffith was created to be a different type of university. You’ll find we’re about leading research, academic excellence, and the transformative power of education. But what sets us apart is why those things matter and how you’ll achieve them.

Why? Griffith brings together exceptional minds like yours from across the globe and from all walks of life. Here, we do incredible work, questioning and challenging, always in the pursuit of excellence.

Job Description

At Griffith Business School, we're changing the way people do business. With a focus on values, sustainability and responsible leadership, we're about more than just making it; we're about making it matter.

The Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics offers internationally recognised degrees in accounting, banking, business law, business statistics, economics, finance, financial planning and taxation.

Our faculty members are actively engaged in producing high-impact research and collaborating with industry leaders to develop innovative solutions to complex business challenges. We are dedicated to fostering an environment of intellectual curiosity and open exchange of ideas, enabling us to stay at the forefront of our industry and produce graduates who are well-prepared for success.

As a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer, you’ll make significant contributions to the teaching effort of the Department and play a major role in scholarship, research and professional activities.

You will:

• Deliver engaging, student-centred learning experiences across undergraduate and postgraduate courses
• Contribute to curriculum innovation and contemporary teaching practices
• Undertake impactful research and scholarly activity within your discipline
• Supervise Higher Degree Research students
• Conduct rigorous, original research with a clear pathway to publication in leading finance and economics journals
• Build and maintain an active research pipeline, including working papers, conference presentations at major international venues, and collaboration with colleagues in the Department and across the discipline
• Pursue competitive external research funding and industry-partnered grants where appropriate
• Contribute to the research culture of the Department through seminars, reading groups, and mentorship of junior colleagues

At Senior Lecturer level, you will also provide academic and research leadership, contribute to research funding success, and play a key role in mentoring staff and fostering research excellence.

Qualifications
What matters most is your drive to create a brighter future that benefits all. Through our core principles of excellence, ethics and engagement, you’ll thrive on seeing the direct and lasting impact you’ll have on every community and every future.

You will also have:

• A doctoral qualification or equivalent accreditation and standing
• Evidence of high-quality teaching and student engagement
• A developing or established research profile with quality outputs
• Experience building productive industry or community partnerships
• Strong interpersonal, communication and collaboration skills
• A commitment to inclusive, student-centred education

For Senior Lecturer appointments, demonstrated academic leadership, research impact and success in securing competitive funding will be highly regarded.

What we can offer
This is a continuing, full time position primarily based at Griffith University Gold Coast. As Griffith is a multi-site university you may be required to work across other locations.

Griffith University’s sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul, Yuggera, Jagera, Turrbal, Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.

Salary Range
Depending on experience, appointment will be made at Lecturer (Level B) or Senior Lecturer (Level C).

Lecturer level B salary range $117,076 - $139,031per annum + 17% superannuation.

Senior Lecturer level C salary range $143,418 - $165,374 per annum + 17% superannuation.

Visa sponsorship is available for this opportunity.

Qualifications

Additional Information

Why Griffith?
As a values-led organisation, at Griffith University, we've worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:

• An opportunity to thrive professionally while enjoying the Gold Coast way of life
• Salary packaging options and corporate health discounts
• Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave and leave loading

How to apply
At Griffith, we’re committed to providing a safe and inclusive environment for all - whoever you are and wherever you’re from. If you require any accommodations, we welcome you to let us know so we can work with you to participate fully in our recruitment experience.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page. Our University is committed to fostering a safe, respectful and inclusive community for all. In alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025), Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information, please refer to Griffith’s Modern Slavery Policy.

Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Names and contact details of at least three professional referees (no contact will be made without your permission)

For further information specifically about this role, please contact Professor Alberto Possi, Head of Department, Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics at  a.posso@griffith.edu.au

Closing date: Midnight Tuesday 16 June AEST.  All applications must be submitted online.

Please allow at least 1 – 2 weeks from the closing date to expect an application update.

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