At a Glance
- Tasks: Teach and inspire students in FinTech, finance, and data analytics.
- Company: Join a dynamic higher education provider focused on innovation.
- Benefits: Flexible working arrangements and opportunities for professional growth.
- Other info: Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to academic excellence.
- Why this job: Shape the future of FinTech education and engage with diverse students.
- Qualifications: PhD or equivalent expertise in FinTech or related fields.
The predicted salary is between 45000 - 60000 £ per year.
Assistant/Associate Professor in Fintech Management (LG1234) London, England
We are partnering with an ambitious, internationally focused higher education provider to appoint an Assistant or Associate Professor in Fin Tech Management.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing academic community and contribute to programmes spanning financial technology, finance, business and data analytics.
The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, support curriculum development and help deliver an engaging, inclusive and professionally relevant learning experience.
The Role
You will deliver high-quality teaching across business, finance and Fin Tech programmes, designing lectures, seminars, workshops, assessments and supporting materials.
You will help students understand how technology is reshaping financial services, investment, international finance, risk and business decision-making.
You will join a multidisciplinary academic team and collaborate with colleagues across finance, management, economics and data analytics.
Applications are particularly welcomed from candidates whose expertise connects Fin Tech with financial management, international finance, investments, data analytics, digital banking, artificial intelligence, blockchain, financial regulation, sustainable finance or entrepreneurship.
Key responsibilities
- Deliver engaging and inclusive teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
- Develop and review modules, learning materials and assessments.
- Provide clear, constructive and timely feedback.
- Support students' academic progress and act as a personal tutor where required.
- Supervise dissertations, projects or applied research.
- Contribute to moderation, assessment boards and academic quality processes.
- Keep teaching current and aligned with developments in Fin Tech and financial services.
- Work collaboratively with academic and professional services colleagues.
- Participate in programme meetings and wider institutional activity.
- Contribute to student recruitment and outreach where appropriate.
- Maintain subject knowledge through research, scholarship or professional practice.
- Develop relationships with employers and external partners where relevant.
Person specification
For appointment at Assistant Professor level, applicants should normally hold, or be close to completing, a relevant Ph D, or demonstrate equivalent professional expertise.
Candidates should have strong subject knowledge, the ability to explain complex concepts clearly and a firm commitment to student success.
For appointment at Associate Professor level, candidates should also demonstrate an established record of teaching excellence, academic leadership, curriculum development, research, scholarship, professional practice or knowledge exchange.
Essential requirements
- Specialist knowledge in Fin Tech, finance, investments, international finance, data analytics or a closely related field.
- Experience of teaching, training or presenting complex subject matter.
- The ability to design and deliver effective learning activities.
- A strong commitment to inclusive teaching and supporting students from varied backgrounds.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively.
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Knowledge of current developments affecting Fin Tech and financial services.
- Experience of UK higher education, teaching international students, supervising dissertations, blended learning, programme validation or academic quality assurance would be advantageous.
A recognised teaching qualification or Fellowship of Advance HE would also be welcomed.
About you
You will be an enthusiastic, student-focused academic who can bring the relationship between finance, technology and management to life through contemporary examples, case studies and applied learning.
You may come from academia, professional practice or a combination of both.
Why consider this opportunity?
Join a forward-looking higher education environment, teach within a rapidly developing discipline and help shape the future of Fin Tech education.
You will work with a diverse student community and contribute to innovative teaching and assessment.
Applications are welcomed from all backgrounds. Flexible arrangements may be considered where these align with programme delivery.
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