Lecturer - Finance

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid leave

Medical insurance

Life insurance

Education allowance

Tax-free salary

Job summary

University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for a Lecturer in Finance to contribute to undergraduate Finance programs. The role focuses on engaging, accessible teaching using contemporary examples and case-based learning.

The successful candidate will support quantitative and analytical learning, connect theory to practice, and collaborate with colleagues across the School of Business. PhD in Finance required.

Qualifications

• PhD in Finance from a recognised university.
• Strong grounding across core areas of Finance.
• Experience teaching university Finance subjects.
• Experience using case studies, simulations, financial datasets or applied projects in teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate Finance education with subject allocation per requirements.
• Prepare and deliver high-quality lectures, tutorials and learning activities.
• Design engaging learning experiences connecting theory with practice.
• Develop and mark assessments and provide constructive feedback.
• Support students' quantitative, analytical and financial decision-making abilities.
• Provide academic consultation and support student progression.
• Use contemporary learning technologies to enhance teaching and learning.
• Contribute to curriculum review and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with Finance and School colleagues across the discipline.

Skills

Teaching

Finance theory

Quantitative skills

Communication

Digital fluency

Education

PhD in Finance

Job description

The School of Business at UOWD provides a student-centred and internationally oriented learning environment, bringing together academic knowledge, contemporary business practice and applied learning.

The School values academics who can translate disciplinary expertise into engaging learning experiences and contribute collaboratively to curriculum development, student success, scholarly activity and engagement with the business community.

Why Join UOWD?

This appointment provides an opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the development of undergraduate Finance students within an international university environment.

As Lecturer in Finance, you will have the opportunity to:

Teach and develop students from diverse backgrounds.

Contribute across the undergraduate Finance curriculum.

Bring contemporary Finance practice and financial-market developments into student learning.

Participate in curriculum development and enhancement.

Collaborate with academics across the School of Business.

Continue developing your academic profile through teaching, scholarship, research and engagement.

About the Role

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for a Lecturer in Finance to join the School of Business and contribute to the delivery of its undergraduate Finance programs.

We are seeking an engaging and academically grounded Finance educator who can bring financial concepts to life through contemporary examples, applied analysis, case-based learning and interactive teaching.

The successful candidate will contribute across core undergraduate Finance subjects, supporting students to develop the analytical, quantitative and decision-making capabilities required to understand financial markets, corporate financial decisions and investment management.

This opportunity will particularly suit an academic who is passionate about undergraduate teaching, enjoys working with diverse student cohorts and can connect Finance theory with contemporary financial practice.

We are looking for an academic who demonstrates:

Teaching Excellence: Makes Finance accessible, engaging and academically rigorous.

Finance Expertise: Brings strong foundational knowledge across the discipline.

Applied Thinking: Connects financial theory with contemporary markets and business decision-making.

Student Centricity: Creates an inclusive learning environment and supports student development.

Quantitative Capability: Confidently teaches analytical and numerical Finance concepts.

Digital Fluency: Uses appropriate technology and financial tools to enrich learning.

Collaboration: Works constructively with colleagues across Finance and the wider School.

Academic Integrity: Maintains high standards in teaching, assessment and professional conduct.

Continuous Improvement: Reflects on student outcomes and looks for ways to enhance teaching and curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Academic Responsibilities

The Lecturer in Finance will contribute primarily to undergraduate Finance education, with teaching allocated according to School and program requirements.

Depending on expertise, teaching may include areas such as:

Corporate Finance

Investments and Portfolio Management

Financial Markets and Institutions

International Finance

Risk and Return

Applied Finance and contemporary financial decision-making

The final subject allocation will be determined by the School based on curriculum requirements and the successful candidate's expertise.

Key responsibilities will include:

Preparing and delivering high-quality lectures, tutorials and learning activities.

Designing engaging learning experiences that connect Finance theory with contemporary financial practice.

Developing and marking assessments and providing timely, constructive feedback.

Supporting students' quantitative, analytical and financial decision-making capabilities.

Providing academic consultation and supporting student progression.

Using contemporary learning technologies and appropriate financial tools to enhance teaching.

Contributing to subject coordination, curriculum review and continuous improvement.

Working collaboratively with Finance and wider School of Business colleagues.

About You

You are a Finance academic with strong disciplinary knowledge and a genuine commitment to teaching excellence.

You can communicate complex financial concepts clearly and logically and are comfortable teaching students at different stages of their undergraduate studies. You understand that effective Finance education requires more than technical knowledge, and can help students connect models and theory with real financial decisions, markets and organisations.

You will bring:

A completed PhD in Finance from a recognised university.

Appropriate academic grounding across core areas of Finance.

Demonstrated capability to teach Finance at university level.

Strong quantitative and analytical skills.

Excellent written, verbal and presentation skills.

Ability to use contemporary, student-centred teaching approaches.

Ability to contribute effectively within a collaborative academic environment.

Highly Regarded

Your application will be strengthened by:

Previous experience teaching across several undergraduate Finance subjects.

Experience using case studies, simulations, financial datasets or applied projects in teaching.

Industry or professional experience in banking, investments, financial services, corporate finance or related fields.

Experience teaching culturally diverse or international student cohorts.

An emerging or established research and scholarly profile in Finance.

Relevant professional qualifications or memberships in addition to the PhD.

Scholarly Contribution

While the immediate priority of this appointment is to strengthen undergraduate Finance teaching, the successful candidate will be encouraged to contribute to the broader scholarly and academic environment of the School.

This may include maintaining an appropriate research or scholarly agenda, participating in academic collaboration and contributing to the continued development of Finance education and curriculum.

Compensation and Benefits

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

The University offers an expatriate package, which is an attractive tax-free salary. The expatriate package includes six weeks of paid leave per year, private medical insurance for employee and eligible dependents, life and disability insurance and education allowance for dependents. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as access to Library resources that meets international standards.

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

Note: you will be required to attach the following:

• Resume/CV
• Passport-size photograph
• A cover letter outlining relevant Finance teaching expertise and suitability for the position.
• Details of research, scholarly activity and relevant industry or professional experience.