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Lecturer in Finance (Teaching & Research), Business School (BUS224AX)

47,389 per year (pro rata)
Aberdeen
Full-time
30th September 2026
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Lecturer in Finance (Teaching & Research), Business School (BUS224AX)

The University of Aberdeen operates a 4+0 undergraduate degree with its partner South China Normal University (SCNU) taught in its entirety at the SCNU campus at Nanhai, in Guangdong province. The University of Aberdeen Business School invites applications for a (Teaching and Research) Lecturer in Finance to be based in Aberdeen but teach at SCNU. The successful applicant will primarily be based at the University of Aberdeen but will be required to spend substantial periods of time in China. Accommodation in China and travel to and from China will be covered by the University of Aberdeen.

Job Description

Candidates will have developed strong research expertise in Finance and demonstrate excellent teaching abilities. All fields of Finance will be considered. A willingness and an ability to immerse yourself in the academic activities in both campuses is essential. This is a full-time post that is dependent and underpinned by the delivery of the programme provided in partnership with SCNU. Appointment will be considered at Lecturer on academic potential, record and experience.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum, pro rata and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Chunxia Jiang Accountancy, Finance and Real Estate

(chunxia.jiang@abdn.ac.uk) or Professor Jing Cai, Director of Staff, Business School

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Information on other visa options is available at https://www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: BUS224AX

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 30 September 2026

The Business School embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.