Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance

• Ranked #67 in the QS World University Rankings 2027
• Triple-crown accredited Business School (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA)
• The Business School is a community of 6,885 EFT students across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, supported by the strength of 265 FTE academic staff and 105 FTE professional staff

Waipapa Taumata Rau | The University of Auckland

The University of Auckland creates globally transformative impacts through its distinctive strengths in world-leading research, scholarship, teaching and collaborative partnerships, inspired by its unique position in Aotearoa New Zealand and the Asia-Pacific.

Join New Zealand’s top-ranked and triple-crown accredited Auckland Business School, with an international reputation for shaping the future of research and teaching excellence, and be part of its continued growth as you embark on the next phase of your academic career. With strong growth in student numbers and sustained investment across the Business School, this is an exciting time to join as it continues to strengthen and expand its academic community.

Te Whiwhinga mahi | The opportunity

As the Faculty continues to grow, we are seeking an ambitious, collegial, and research-active Lecturer or Senior Lecturer specialising in Finance to join the Business School's Accounting and Finance Department.

We are seeking scholars with expertise in finance who will contribute to excellence in research and teaching. The successful candidate will contribute to finance teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, bringing strong theoretical knowledge and research expertise in their area of specialisation.

We are open to candidates with expertise in a range of areas within finance and welcome applications from scholars whose research contributes to contemporary finance scholarship and practice.

In addition to growing your academic profile and reputation, you will also be committed to shaping and delivering an exceptional learning experience for students, contributing to an innovative teaching environment using a variety of methods.

All candidates will bring the potential to contribute service and citizenship within and beyond the University, as well as to actively participate in Department, Faculty and University committees and activities.

The Business School attracts high-calibre students to our world-class undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. We take pride in the excellence demonstrated by our internationally recognised scholars, who lead a vibrant research ecosystem supported by interdisciplinary research centres and a global network of visiting experts who contribute to both teaching and research.

This is a full-time (40 hours per week) permanent position (subject to continuation).

Remuneration depends on experience and achievements, and will be aligned with our Academic Standards policy. It will be within the following ranges:

Lecturer (L): NZ$99,788 - NZ$119,204
Senior Lecturer (SL): NZ$126,863 - NZ$158,904

For more detailed information on the role accountabilities and requirements, please review the Position Description.

He kōrero mōu | About you

You will be a collegial academic with excellent communication skills and the ability to clearly articulate your ideas, research, and future plans.

You will hold a PhD in Finance, Financial Economics or a related discipline (or be nearing completion), along with:

Potential (Lecturer) or proven (Senior Lecturer) track record of:

• conducting high-quality, independent research and contributing to publications in leading international journals
• successfully delivering engaging, research-informed teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• designing engaging learning activities, assessments and/or curriculum
• supervising Honours, Master's and, where appropriate, PhD students to completion
• developing research collaborations, contributing to competitive research funding applications, and engaging with industry, professional or other external partners.

Industry or practical experience in finance, as well as engagement with professional networks, would be advantageous.

Ngā āhuatanga kei a mātou | What we offer

As New Zealand’s largest, highest ranked and most comprehensive research intensive university, we are committed to supporting your career with:

• Excellent research, teaching, and campus facilities
• Generous Research & Study Leave
• Full range of research and leadership development programmes and mentoring support

Auckland is a vibrant cosmopolitan and growing city with a population of 1.8m (greater Auckland area). The University is located in the metropolitan centre and commercial heart of Aotearoa New Zealand. We have an abundance of natural features, including four stunning harbours, accessible coastline, native bush and moderate temperatures, which help us retain our reputation as one of the best cities in the world to live.

For more information, please visit Staff Benefits.

Me pēhea te tuku tono | How to apply

Applications must be submitted online by the closing date of Thursday 01 October 2026 (NZT).

Please include a cover letter outlining your interest and ability to relocate if required, CV, statement of your teaching philosophy, teaching evaluations and a statement of the direction and ambition of your research programme, with a full publication, PG supervision and research grant record.

Please direct enquiries to Prasanna Gai, Head of Department, via [email protected]. Please note we are happy to answer your questions, but applications must be made online.

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