Reference Number: 1497743

About the Role:
The School of Accounting, Economics and Finance is seeking to appoint two continuing academics in Finance at Lecturer (ALB). We are looking for motivated academics who will contribute to high-quality teaching, research, and engagement, with responsibilities aligned to their level, experience, and career stage. These two positions aim to expand research and engagement capabilities within the Finance discipline.

The successful applicant(s) will deliver innovative Finance courses, support an ambitious research agenda, and contribute to a stimulating, industry, and research-informed learning environment for students. They will be expected to maintain their own research agendas and further contribute towards the scholarly activity within the Finance discipline. High-quality Finance research that is publishable in high-quality peer-reviewed outlets that can also be industry-connected is an important expectation for the role.

Successful applicants will be encouraged to engage with industry stakeholders, research funding opportunities, and multi-disciplinary projects where appropriate. Opportunities for Higher Degree by Research supervision, leadership, and professional development, will be provided where appropriate, relative to career stage and progression.

Some Key responsibilities will include:

- Deliver high-quality, innovative teaching to students demonstrating an ongoing reflective improvement in teaching practice.
- Design and deliver engaging course materials and learning activities (e.g. tutorials, workshops, practicals) that enhance student outcomes and foster student learning.
- Contribute to curriculum design and undertake administrative responsibilities associated with teaching and coordination.
- Undertake internationally competitive high-quality research in Finance and sustain a coherent program of research.
- Publish in high-quality refereed journals in Finance consistent with the expectations of the discipline of Finance.
- Co-supervise higher degree by research students.
- Disseminate research through conferences, seminars, and other scholarly activities including translation of research to students, industry and other external stakeholders.
- Contribute to research projects and initiatives including competitive research funding as co and/or chief investigator (according to level).
- Contribute to academic service, collegiality, and effective internal operations.
- Contribute to external activities relevant to the Finance discipline including engaging with industry, the profession, and broader community.
- Provide leadership in school/faculty initiatives and mentor colleagues (particularly at Senior level).
- Foster a collaborative and supportive working environment modelling behaviour aligned with University values and Code of Conduct.

Role Requirements:

1. As this is a continuing (permanent) role,



you will require permanent work rights in Australia to be considered
2. Successful applicants are subject to a National Police Clearance, and background, integrity, and reference checks to Curtin’s satisfaction

Essential Criteria For Lecturer (ALB)

1. A doctoral qualification in Finance.
2. Demonstrated ability to deliver high level teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate levels (relative to career stage).
3. An understanding of pedagogical theory and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline and experience or capacity to undertake unit coordination.
4. An established record of research outputs in high quality refereed academic journals consistent with the Finance discipline, and a clear plan to build a high-quality research profile/pipeline.
5. Ability to disseminate research through conferences, seminars, and other scholarly activities including the effective translation of research to students, industry and other external stakeholders.
6. Demonstrated capacity and willingness for learning and growth, for initiative, and for pursuing a team-oriented approach.
7. Demonstrated high level communication and interpersonal skills with a commitment to the development of a collegial and supportive working environment and the ability to interact with students and staff with cross cultural sensitivity.
8. Demonstrated commitment to applying relevant and applicable policies, procedures, and legislation in the day-to-day performance of the functions of this position.

Desirable Criteria:

1. Teaching expertise or the ability to deliver courses in behavioural finance.
2. Research expertise aligned to corporate finance and/or behavioural/experimental finance.
3. A history of successful competitive grant applications/and or involvement with grant applications relative to career stage.
4. Engagement with industry stakeholders or industry experience.

School of Accounting, Economics and Finance
The School of Accounting, Economics and Finance is known for its excellence in teaching and the practical, applied nature of its courses and research. The School consists of four disciplines namely, Accounting, Economics, Finance and Property, with approximately sixty-five staff. The School prides itself on its industry relevant education programs, impactful research and internationally recognised expertise in Accounting, Economics, Finance and Property. The School has an ambitious world-standard research agenda in Finance and, through this,



aims to provide a learning environment that combines high-quality and innovative teaching practices. The School maintains a number of database subscriptions to support its teaching and research activities across the disciplines.

About Curtin University
Curtin University proudly stands among the top one percent of global universities according to the ARWU 2025 rankings. We are an energetic, dedicated team of academics and professionals working together to provide global solutions through quality graduates and innovative research. Curtin is a welcoming space where integrity, respect for one another, courage, excellence, and impact are essential to everyday life. First Nations people, those identifying as LGBTQIA+, parents, carers, people of all ages, abilities and genders, and people of diverse ethnicity, nationality and faith are encouraged to apply. Our aim is to create a workforce that reflects the diversity of the community in which we live. For more information, please visit our Diversity and Inclusion page - https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/diversity-equity-and-inclusion-at-curtin/

What We Offer You:
This Continuous ALB level role attracts a remuneration of $121,857 - $144,352 + 17% superannuation.

Situated on Whadjuk Nyungar Country, our vibrant Bentley campus includes an art gallery, gym, childcare and medical centre, bus station, accessible parking and endless food options including a supermarket. Aside from the vibrant campus life, we offer more than just a job. Curtin offers a wide range of generous perks, including additional leave, salary packaging, health and wellbeing services and an array of discounts for retail, travel and much more.

For more reasons to work at Curtin, please visit https://staff.curtin.edu.au/discover-curtin/
Join Us!
If this sounds like your next role, please click APPLY NOW ensuring to attach the following documents:

- Up to date resume
- Cover Letter outlining your interest and demonstrating how your background meets the position’s selection criteria (noted above) 2 – 3 pages max.

If you have any queries in relation to this opportunity or the application process, please contact our careers team on ••••@curtin.edu.au or 08 •••• •000 (option 3,1), quoting the reference number. Please note applications will not be accepted via this email address.

Applications close: 9pm (AWST) Sunday 18th of September 2026.
Late applications or applications received via email will not be considered, and only successful candidates will be contacted.
Please note we are not accepting applications from recruitment agencies at this time.
Curtin reserves the right at its sole discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time. We reserve the right to remove the advert earlier than the date on the advert.

📌 Lecturer (Finance) - Teaching & Research (Perth)
🏢 Curtin University
📍 Perth