Assistant Professor - Finance - Mumbai Enterprise Campus

University of Bristol; Greater London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK university is seeking an accomplished Assistant Professor in Finance for its Mumbai Enterprise Campus launching in 2026. This role involves designing and delivering courses, leading research initiatives, and engaging in academic partnerships. Candidates should hold a PhD in Finance, have a strong teaching background, and demonstrate excellent leadership skills. This position offers significant career progression opportunities, including advancement to Associate Professor.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to teach at a high academic standard.
• Emerging track record of scholarly research.
• Proactive about professional development.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Finance.
• Lead independent research projects and publish in high-impact journals.
• Participate in faculty committees and student recruitment activities.

Skills

Teaching at a high standard

Excellent communication skills

Leadership abilities

Collaboration skills

Education

PhD in Finance or a closely related discipline

Job description

The role

We are looking for an accomplished Assistant Professor in Finance to join the University of Bristol’s Mumbai Enterprise Campus (MEC) – a flagship transnational education initiative launching in 2026.

This is an exciting opportunity to shape curriculum, lead research, and contribute to the University’s global academic reputation. The role offers a clear pathway for career progression, including potential advancement to Associate Professor.

What will you be doing?

• Teaching & Curriculum Development Design and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate courses in core and elective areas of Finance. Contribute to programme design, accreditation, and innovative teaching strategies that enhance student experience and employability.
• Research & Scholarship Lead independent research projects, publish in high-impact journals, and pursue research funding. Supervise student theses and internships while building interdisciplinary collaborations across the University network.
• Leadership & Engagement Participate in faculty committees, student recruitment, and quality assurance processes. Build industry and academic partnerships, and contribute to institutional development and capacity-building initiatives.

You should apply if

• You hold a PhD in Finance or a closely related discipline.
• You have proven ability to teach at a high standard and an emerging track record of scholarly research.
• You demonstrate excellent communication, leadership, and collaborative skills.
• You are proactive about professional development and eager to contribute to a pioneering academic venture.