Lecturer(s) in Finance (Teaching & Research) (BUS224A)

University of Aberdeen - Business School

Type of contract: Substantive

The University of Aberdeen operates a 4+0 undergraduate degree with its partner South China Normal University (SCNU) taught in its entirety at the SCNU campus at Nanhai, in Guangdong province.

The University of Aberdeen Business School invites applications for two full-time (Teaching and Research) Lecturers in Finance to be based in Aberdeen but teach at SCNU. The successful applicant will primarily be based at the University of Aberdeen but will be required to spend substantial periods of time in China. Accommodation in China and travel to and from China will be covered by the University of Aberdeen.

Candidates will have developed strong research expertise in Finance and demonstrate excellent teaching abilities. All fields of Finance will be considered. A willingness and an ability to immerse yourself in the academic activities in both campuses is essential.

These are full-time posts that are dependent and underpinned by the delivery of the programme provided in partnership with SCNU.

Appointment will be considered at Lecturer on academic potential, record and experience.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary scale, £47,389 - £56,535 per annum, pro rata and negotiable with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr. Chunxia Jiang Accountancy, Finance and Real Estate (chunxia.jiang@abdn.ac.uk) or Professor Jing Cai, Director of Staff, Business School (jing.cai@abdn.ac.uk).

Prior to employment, the successful candidate must be able to demonstrate their right to work in the UK. This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route under the UKVI immigration rules but is dependent on factors specific to the candidate and if tradeable points can be used under the rules.

Information on other visa options is available at www.gov.uk/check-uk-visa.

Please do not hesitate to contact Grant Rae, HR Adviser (e-mail: grant.rae@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

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Job Reference Number: BUS224A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 19th April 2026

*The Business School embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.*