Lecturer in Accounting (1.2FTE)

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We have 1.2FTE open ended Lecturer opportunities and ask candidates to confirm their preferred FTE/hours as part of the application process

Glasgow Caledonian University - the University for the Common Good - is a vibrant, values-led, multi-cultural, civic University with a global outlook and strong commitment to delivering social innovation and sustainable development in its education and research.  

Our organisational strategy is aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals and our globally recognised researchers advise governments, industry and international bodies. We’re ranked fourth in the world and first in the UK for promoting gender equality, in the top 70 universities globally for social impact, and first in Scotland for health and wellbeing, and reduced inequalities, for which we are also ranked 21^st in the world (THE Impact Rankings, 2022). In 2020-21, we contributed £1.7 billion and more than 14,000 jobs across the globe (BIGGAR Economics, 2022). 

GCU is committed to widening participation, and delivering positive outcomes for our students. We are Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships. With campuses in Glasgow, London and New York, we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22,000 students from 130 countries. Guided by our values – integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve. 

The Department of Finance, Accounting and Risk at Glasgow Caledonian University, based in the Glasgow School for Business and Society, is seeking a Lecturer in Accounting to provide a significant contribution to teaching and research in the general accounting field ideally with experience of teaching one or more of the following specialisms: Tax, Audit, Corporate Finance and Public Sector Accounting.  These are key area of strength for the University, with a flagship Undergraduate programme, the BA (Hons) Accountancy, MAcc Accountancy Graduate Apprenticeship programme, and Postgraduate offerings in the areas of Accounting, Finance and Regulation and Professional Accountancy (ACCA Route).

As such, the successful applicant will work as part of a close-knit programme team and be expected to teach and manage modules at undergraduate and postgraduate level, take on leadership roles as appropriate, and engage in further development of the subject area to ensure academic rigour and a curriculum that is numerate, challenging and informed by up-to-date scholarly research.

Ideally applicants should possess a PhD or PhD near completion or other higher degree. Applicants should also ideally possess relevant professional qualifications in the subject area and have demonstrated experience of teaching to the wider academic or professional community, working as part of a team, and have the potential for an emergent research profile in an area consistent with the strategic direction of the Department and/or have significant industry experience.  This post could suit an individual with an extensive industry background able to demonstrate the potential for excellent teaching and research. 

Further details on this post are available by contacting Dr Jane Burt, Department of Finance, Accounting and Risk at jane.burt@gcu.ac.uk.

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do.  As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is committed to a fair and transparent recruitment process that is free from bias so that we can attract and retain a high performing workforce which makes a critical contribution to our success​.

The University holds the prestigious Athena SWAN Silver institution award, which recognises our significant record of activity and achievement in promoting gender equality across different disciplines.

As a Disability Confident 'Committed' employer, we are striving to ensure that our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible to disabled people. Although the Disability Confident 'Committed' level does not guarantee an interview for disabled applicants, we will make reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants during the recruitment process.

The University also holds the Carer Positive ‘Engaged’ employer award, which recognises our commitment to supporting staff with caring responsibilities.

Glasgow Caledonian University are committed signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant. 

The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).