"Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Business Analytics"

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Business Analytics

Aston University - Aston Business School

Placed On: 21st January 2026

Closes: 8th February 2026

Job Ref: 1644-25

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Aston Business School is a triple-accredited University (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA) and a leading UK University for academic research (REF2021 rated 79% of Aston’s research as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ and 74% of research impact as ‘very considerable' or ‘outstanding’). Aston prides itself on excellent teaching and business engagement. We are one of the few UK institutions with the Small Business Charter’s Gold Award. In 2020 we were The Guardian’s University of the Year and THE’s Entrepreneurial University of the Year. We were shortlisted for THE’s University of the Year in 2021-22.

The Business Analytics and Information Systems Department conducts teaching, research and engagement activities in various aspects of analytics and IS/ICT.

There is a thriving teaching and learning, business engagement, and research culture in the Department, which has a reputation for being rigorous, relevant, and entrepreneurial. As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking individuals with a demonstrated ability to contribute effectively to teaching, research and departmental activities in the field of Business Analytics. We welcome discussions with prospective candidates who have interests in specified areas of business analytics such as data mining, machine learning and prescriptive analytics.

You will have a good quantitative first degree, or equivalent, as well as a higher degree in a relevant academic discipline. You must also be able to demonstrate an emerging pedagogical path of effective and innovative research, teaching, and learning. We are especially looking for people with an ability to take initiative and work effectively across teaching, research and engagement activities.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

Posts are appointable at Lecturer Grade 8 or 9 or 10 depending on qualifications, aptitude, and experience. Your application must state which grade you are applying for.

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role.

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

See here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility.

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Sunday 08 February 2026

Interview Date: To be confirmed