Adjunct Lecturer - Finance/Fintech

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 167,400; Part time

Job summary

A prestigious international university in Dubai seeks an Adjunct Lecturer to teach 'Ethics and Regulation in FinTech' in the School of Business. The ideal candidate will have a PhD or Master's in Finance, extensive industry experience, and a passion for guiding students in navigating ethical and regulatory challenges in today's financial landscape. This role offers a compensation of AED 15,000 per semester.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in financial regulation, compliance, or ethical governance.
• Prior university teaching experience in financial regulation or compliance.
• Strong understanding of UAE regulatory frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging lectures, tutorials, and workshops.
• Develop course materials and assessments.
• Provide guidance on ethical and regulatory issues.

Skills

Financial regulation

Corporate ethics

Emerging financial technologies

Communication skills

Education

PhD degree in Finance or related discipline

Master’s degree with strong industry experience

Job description

About UOWD

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in‑demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue‑chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000‑square‑foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting‑edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.

*QS World University Rankings 2024
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021

About the Role

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD), one of the UAE’s oldest and most prestigious international universities, is seeking a qualified and experienced Adjunct Lecturer to teach the subject “Ethics and Regulation in FinTech” within the School of Business.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for an academic or industry professional with expertise in financial regulation, corporate ethics, and emerging financial technologies to contribute to shaping the next generation of FinTech professionals.

The Adjunct Lecturer will be responsible for teaching, assessing, and supporting students enrolled in the Ethics and Regulation in FinTech subject. The course examines the complex ethical, legal, and regulatory challenges created by innovation in financial technology, and the need for responsible governance in digital finance.

Key Topics May Include:

• Global and regional regulatory frameworks for FinTech and digital finance
• Ethical principles and governance in financial innovation
• Data privacy, cybersecurity, and digital identity in finance
• Compliance requirements for blockchain, crypto‑assets, and payment systems
• Consumer protection and risk management in digital finance
• Emerging trends in sustainable and ethical finance

Key Responsibilities:

Deliver engaging and interactive lectures, tutorials, and workshops.

Develop course materials, case studies, and assessments aligned with UOWD’s academic standards.

Provide guidance and feedback to students on ethical and regulatory issues in FinTech.

Integrate real‑world examples and industry developments into teaching.

Contribute to ongoing curriculum enhancement to reflect current global regulatory trends.

About You

You are passionate about the responsible use of technology in finance and bring both academic depth and industry insight to the classroom. You are committed to helping students critically analyse the ethical and compliance challenges shaping the financial technology landscape.

Qualifications and Experience:

A PhD degree in Finance, Financial Technology, Law, Business Ethics, or a related discipline or a Master’s degree in the discipline with demonstrated and strong industry experience.

Demonstrated expertise in financial regulation, compliance, or ethical governance.

Prior university teaching experience or professional training delivery in financial regulation, compliance, or FinTech ethics.

Strong understanding of regulatory frameworks (e.g., UAE Central Bank, ADGM, DIFC, or international equivalents).

Industry experience in regulatory compliance, fintech governance, or digital financial services is highly desirable.

Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage diverse learners.

Compensation and Benefits

The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional dynamic team of highly respected educators from more than 50 different countries and exposure to students from over 100 nationalities.

The University offers adjunct lecturers at postgraduate level a compensation of AED 15,000/- per semester. This covers teaching, grading and providing subject consultation for students. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as a Library that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.

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