Lecturer (Assistant Professor)

American Accounting Association; Sydney; On-site; AUD 133,000 - 157,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible working options

Career development opportunities

17% Superannuation

Annual leave loading

Christmas leave

Job summary

UNSW Business School invites applications for Lecturer positions in the School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation. You will teach undergraduate and postgraduate students, contribute to research, and participate in HDR supervision within a high-impact scholarly community.

Role focuses on experimental managerial, archival audit, empirical tax, and sustainability research, with potential for a balanced Teaching & Research trajectory. Strong teaching and research records are essential.

Qualifications

• Evidence of teaching at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Strong research track record with high-quality, impactful work.
• Experience using educational technologies and contemporary delivery methods.
• Commitment to equity, diversity and inclusion in teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programs.
• Design engaging learning activities, assessments and resources.
• Contribute to curriculum development and quality assurance.
• Maintain expertise in pedagogy and disciplinary knowledge.
• Undertake independent and collaborative research and seek grants.

Skills

Teaching experience

Educational technologies

Research leadership

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Collaboration across disciplines

Equity and inclusion

Education

PhD in a relevant discipline

Job description

American Accounting Association – Kensington NSW

Employer University Of New South Wales/Business School Sydney Location Sydney, New South Wales (AU) 2052 Salary Remuneration: Level B from $133,065 - $156,864 + 17% superannuation and annual leave loading Closing date Oct 9, 2026

Focus Area Auditing, Taxation Role Type Faculty, Lecturer / Educator Role Level Faculty, Tenure Track Work Mode On Site Employment Type Full Time Organization Type Academia

Lecturer - School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation - UNSW Business School

Job no: 542020

Work type: Full Time

Location: Sydney, NSW

Categories: Lecturer

• Employment Type: Full Time (35 hours per week)
• Duration: Convertible Tenure Track
• Remuneration: Level B from $133,065 - $156,864 + 17% superannuation and annual leave loading
• Location: UNSW Kensington Campus, NSW

UNSW Business School is a globally recognised leader in business education and research. The School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation is committed to advancing knowledge and practice in accounting, assurance, and taxation through innovative teaching and impactful research. We maintain strong connections with industry and professional bodies, ensuring our graduates are work-ready and equipped for leadership roles in a rapidly evolving business environment.

If required, visa sponsorship and relocation support may be considered for a successful candidate.

A competitive salary supplement may be negotiated for suitably qualified candidates.

Why This Role Matters

We are seeking Lecturers (Level B) (multiple positions) to join the School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation.

We are interested in recruiting candidates with direct and demonstrated research expertise in:

• Experimental managerial research
• Archival audit research
• Empirical tax research
• Sustainability and climate reporting research

These positions are being offered as 5-year fixed term teaching and research convertible tenure track opportunities. If your expertise is in sustainability and climate reporting, the position may be offered as either a balanced Teaching & Research role (5-year contract) or an Education-Focused (EF) role (2-year convertible tenure track contract).

The Lecturer position will enable you to build your academic career through high-quality research, excellent teaching and meaningful contribution to the School and Faculty. You will teach across undergraduate and postgraduate programs, undertake impactful research and contribute to the broader academic community.

In This Role You Will

• Deliver high-quality teaching and support positive student learning and employability outcomes.
• Design engaging learning activities, assessments and resources across a range of learning environments.
• Contribute to curriculum development, course administration and academic quality assurance.
• Maintain and develop expertise in pedagogy, disciplinary knowledge and relevant professional requirements.
• Undertake high-quality independent and collaborative research and contribute to the advancement of disciplinary knowledge (balanced teaching & research positions).
• Develop research projects and contribute to competitive grant applications (balanced teaching & research positions).
• Contribute to HDR supervision and the development of students and colleagues.
• Participate in School and Faculty activities, committees, meetings and seminars.

Skills And Experience

• A PhD in a relevant discipline.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and a commitment to educational excellence.
• Experience using educational technologies and contemporary delivery methods.
• A strong research track record, with evidence of high-quality and impactful research (balanced teaching & research positions).
• The ability to contribute to research leadership, collaboration and competitive funding applications (balanced teaching & research positions).
• Relevant engagement with industry and/or the profession.
• A demonstrated ability to support students from diverse backgrounds and contribute to equity, diversity and inclusion.
• Strong communication, interpersonal and organisational skills.
• The ability to collaborate effectively, build relationships and work across disciplines.

For further details on role responsibilities and skills & experience required, refer to the position description found under the position listing on Jobs@UNSW

Benefits And Culture

People are at the core of everything we do. We recognise it is the contributions of our staff who make UNSW one of the best universities in Australia and the world.

Our Benefits Include

• Flexible working options.
• Career development opportunities.
• 17% Superannuation contributions and additional leave loading payments.
• Additional 3 days of leave over Christmas period.
• Discounts and entitlements (retail, education, fitness).

For further details on the benefits, please visit https://www.jobs.unsw.edu.au/lifestyle-benefits

Get In Touch

Role-related enquiries: Professor Noel Harding

Head of School, School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation

E: ***email_hidden***

Recruitment process enquiries: Amy Denney

Talent Acquisition Partner

E: ********@unsw.edu.au

Pre-Employment Checks

As part of our recruitment process candidates may be required to undergo pre-employment screening, which may include reference checks, qualification verification, right-to-work verification, and criminal history screening where relevant to the role .

UNSW is committed to equity diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people of culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, members of the LGBTIQ+ community; and people of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander descent, are encouraged. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.

The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

Advertised

07 Sep 2026 AUS Eastern Standard Time

Applications close

09 Oct 2026 AUS Eastern Daylight Time

Company

UNSW Business School is a globally recognised leader in business education and research. The School of Accounting, Auditing & Taxation is committed to advancing knowledge and practice in accounting, assurance, and taxation through innovative teaching and impactful research.

Company Info

Website business.unsw.edu.au Telephone [phone] Location Room 3087, Level 3 Quadrangle Building

Sydney 2052

New South Wales

Australia