Lecturer in Risk (Analytics) (0.2 FTE) - GCU01850

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This is a part-time (0.2 FTE), fixed-term opportunity for two years.

Glasgow Caledonian University, the largest and leading modern university in Scotland, is a vibrant, values-led institution with campuses in Glasgow and London. We are committed to high-quality education and research supporting our communities, with strong partnerships with employers to ensure our students achieve their career aspirations.

In 2025, we continue to be ranked as a Top 50 university by the Guardian University Guide, the Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide, and the Daily Mail University Guide.

We are the only Scottish university with EcoCampus Platinum accreditation and ranked second in Scotland for sustainability in the People and Planet league table.

With a wide range of professionally accredited courses and over 300 industry partners, we have the highest proportion of employed graduates in Scotland, with 92% of students in employment or further study within 15 months of graduating (HESA 2025). We also have the highest proportion of undergraduate graduates in highly skilled occupations among Scottish modern universities.

Glasgow Caledonian University is Scotland\’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships. We support over 22,000 students from nearly 120 countries through our transnational partnerships and are dedicated to accessible education.

Guided by our values—integrity, responsibility, creativity, and confidence—we aim to transform lives and communities.

The Glasgow School for Business and Society (GSBS), within the Department of Finance, Accounting, and Risk (FAR), is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Risk (Analytics).

The successful candidate will join a close-knit team, teaching and managing modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, taking on module leadership as appropriate, and developing the curriculum to ensure academic rigor and relevance, informed by current research.

We welcome applications from individuals who will enhance our reputation in Risk (Analytics). Candidates should hold a Masters and/or BA (Hons) in Risk or a relevant business-related degree, with prior experience in supporting student learning, teaching, and assessment in higher education. Responsibilities include developing and delivering modules, supervising students, and enhancing the student experience across programs.

Expertise in applying data analytics for risk identification, assessment, and mitigation is essential. The candidate should be skilled in integrating data-driven methods within risk management frameworks to support strategic decision-making, using statistical, machine learning, and diagnostic tools to improve resilience, compliance, and performance in various organizational contexts.

The department values innovation in teaching and learning, and experience with e-learning and online environments is highly desirable. The successful candidate will contribute to maintaining current curricula and engaging in ongoing development to ensure academic excellence.

A higher education teaching qualification and/or Fellow status with AdvanceHE is preferred.

For more information or an informal discussion, please contact Dr. Jane Burt, Head of Department, Finance, Accounting, and Risk, at jane.burt@gcu.ac.uk.

As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity, and inclusion in all our activities. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates who demonstrate our GCU Values.

Glasgow Caledonian University is dedicated to a fair and transparent recruitment process, free from bias, to attract and retain a high-performing workforce that contributes to our success.

The university holds the Athena SWAN Silver award, recognizing our efforts in promoting gender equality. We are also a Disability Confident \’Committed\’ employer, committed to inclusive and accessible recruitment, making reasonable adjustments for disabled applicants. Additionally, we hold the Carer Positive Engaged employer award, supporting staff with caring responsibilities. We are signatories to the Armed Forces Covenant.

Benefits include opportunities for professional development, family-friendly policies, a cycle-to-work scheme, and onsite childcare facilities.

Please note that appointments will typically be made at the starting point of the salary scale unless otherwise specified.

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