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Assistant Professor (Education)University

Birmingham Full time £47,389 - £56,535 a year
Posted 24 August 2026 Closing date 14 September 2026

Salary: Full time starting salary is normally in the range £47,389 to £56,535 with potential progression once in post to £63,606

Contract Type: Fixed Term Contract until Dec 2027

The Department of Finance, part of the triple accredited Birmingham Business School at the University of Birmingham, seeks to appoint an Assistant Professor in Finance (Education focused) for a fixed term of 12 months. This role forms part of a wider investment into the School’s academic excellence.

The successful candidate will undertake research of international excellence and contribute to knowledge exchange activities within their discipline. They will also contribute to teaching and learning on both new and established programmes, as well as undertake leadership and service activities in line with the strategic objectives of the Department, the Business School, and the College.

The Department of Finance is a major contributor to the success of Birmingham Business School, delivering internationally excellent research and teaching across the whole portfolio of programmes including the BSc Accounting and Finance, MSc Financial Management, MSc Investments, MSc Financial Technology and the new MSc Sustainable Finance. Our vibrant and diverse team of 27 staff include award winning teaching staff as well as world renowned research active staff who contribute to the wider field of Finance and beyond through publications in top ranked journals, organising key events and conferences worldwide, obtaining funding from national and international research councils and grant schemes, and many holding positions on editorial boards of internationally recognised journals.

Informal enquiries can be made to the Head of the Department of Finance, Prof Andrew Urquhart ([email protected])

To download the full job description and details of this position and submit an electronic application online please click on the 'Apply' button above.

Valuing excellence, sustaining investment

We value diversity and inclusion at the University of Birmingham and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working

£47,389 to £56,535. Grade 8

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