Lecturer in Strategy

We seek to appoint a Lecturer in Strategy. The successful candidate will demonstrate clear evidence of their capability to teach business strategy, international strategy, and corporate strategy across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. Industry experience, particularly in strategy-oriented roles with either MNCs or SMEs, is desirable. They will be expected to play an active role in leading and developing taught programmes, characterised by contemporary academic and commercial content that utilises thoughtful pedagogic approaches to learning and the wider student experience.

This is a fixed-term, part time appointment at 0.5 FTE (50% full-time equivalent), from August 2026 up to July 2027.

At Surrey, we are committed to providing an inclusive environment that offers equitable opportunities for all, in the pursuit of Surrey’s vision to be a leading global University. We work together to create a truly inclusive culture. We place great value on diversity and welcome applicants from all backgrounds. We are seeking to increase the diversity within our community and would particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. Appointments will always be made on merit.

Please submit your CV and a cover letter on the university website. If you are interested in learning more about this position, please contact Professor Chanaka Jayawardhena (c.jayawardhena@surrey.ac.uk).

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