- Full time, continuing Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (tenure-track equivalent) positions in Finance
- Seeking outstanding individuals to contribute to world class Finance research and education within the University of Sydney Business School, in a collaborative and supportive environment
- Academic Base Salary, Level B/C $132,533 p.a. - $187,198 p.a. + 17% superannuation + competitive market loading

About the opportunity

The School of Finance at the University of Sydney Business School is seeking talented, ambitious, and innovative individuals to join our world-class academic community. In these roles, you will play a pivotal part in advancing the School’s reputation and impact locally, nationally, and globally, contributing to the delivery of the Business School’s purpose-driven Strategy 2023-27 and the University’s Sydney in 2032 vision

Located in Sydney, Australia’s largest financial and commercial center, the Business School offers a energetic, collaborative, and globally connected environment where outstanding people thrive. The School of Finance is one of the University of Sydney Business School’s largest and most research-intensive academic units, and a major contributor to its national and global standing. We are ranked 2nd in Australia and 27th globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, and 2nd in Australia and 42nd globally in Shanghai Ranking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2026. One of the largest finance PhD programs in Australia is hosted here, offering scale, depth, and ambition within the higher education landscape, with doctoral graduates placed in leading universities and organisations worldwide.

You will have the opportunity to work at the forefront of business research and education,



engaging with leading academics, industry partners, policymakers, and community stakeholders to address the most pressing challenges facing organisations and society today. Supported by world-class research infrastructure, extensive data resources, and a strong culture of academic excellence, you will be empowered to develop a high-impact research agenda and deliver exceptional learning experiences. Through our innovative undergraduate, postgraduate, executive education, and lifelong learning programs, you will help inspire and prepare the next generation of business leaders while contributing to the success of a vibrant and diverse student and alumni community.

The School particularly encourages applicants that have developed expertise in emerging fields including AI, machine learning and investments; AI, corporate finance and financial intermediation; or core finance with digital, data or market capability.

Your key responsibilities will be to:

- work successfully in a collegial team environment
- develop and maintain an outstanding record of academic excellence in research
- contribute to an ambitious research culture in a spirit of positivity, collaboration and cooperation
- engage with the School’s expanding program of multi-disciplinary and industry research collaborations




- design and deliver innovative educational offerings to culturally and linguistically diverse learners
- demonstrate a strong commitment to lifelong learning and responsible management education
- contribute actively to the governance and service activities within the School and University.

About you

We are looking for strong early-to-mid-career researchers with genuine ambition for high-quality research, excellence in teaching, a commitment to service, and a desire for involvement in team-based initiatives. The School is seeking to one appointment at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level for academics who demonstrate:

- an active research program with demonstrable high-quality outputs and significant potential for publishing in top-tier journals in finance and related fields
- ambition to contribute to and lead external funding applications and projects, including collaboration with industry, government and third sector organisations
- evidence of high-quality teaching in Finance at undergraduate or postgraduate level
- interest in, experience of, or potential for teaching in large, interdisciplinary teams
- demonstrated capacity to stimulate, actively engage and educate a range of audiences using a range of media.

Successful candidates will have completed a PhD in Finance or a closely related field. A PhD under examination or near completion is acceptable at the Lecturer level.

Our School members will be attending the Financial Management Association meeting (Tampa) in October. Please contact Professor Peter Pham if you would like to have an initial introductory meeting with us at the FMA meeting to learn more about the opportunity.

Sponsorship / work rights for Austral

📌 Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance (Darlington)
🏢 University Of Sydney
📍 Darlington