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 innovation and research culture in the Department, which has a strong reputation for being both rigorous and relevant.
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 inspirational and highly motivated individuals to contribute to the development of the Department’s activities in the field of Business Analytics. We welcome candidates who have research strengths in the areas of applied AI and business analytics and with a focus on specified areas such as applied analytics, emergent technologies, business transformation and virtual organisations. The successful candidate is expected to be part of the Centre of Excellence for AI Enterprise. Teaching experience in the areas of all types of analytics, applications of AI, and digital transformation is highly desirable.
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 a ‘hands-on’ and ‘can-do’ attitude.
Posts are appointable at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level depending on qualifications, aptitude, and experience. Your application must state which grade you are applying for.
Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, recognized by a bronze award. We pride ourselves on our vibrant, friendly, supportive working environment and collaborative atmosphere.
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.
This role is likely to qualify for endorsement under the Endorsed Funder route of the Global Talent visa. This visa is for talented or promising individuals in academia or research in fields such as science, engineering, medicine, social sciences, or humanities.
See the Home Office guidance: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent
£47,389 to £67,468 per annum
