Associate Professor/Professor in Finance

University of Nottingham; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Nottingham seeks an Associate Professor or Professor in Finance to join its Ningbo China campus. The role involves leading research and teaching, mentoring junior faculty, and contributing to the vibrant academic community. Ideal candidates will have a PhD, a strong publication record, and the ability to thrive in a multicultural environment.

Benefits

Accommodation allowance

Insurance support

Schooling support

Home flight allowance

Relocation support

Paid annual leave

Qualifications

• Proven ability to plan and lead research and teaching programmes.
• Track record of publishing in top-tier journals.
• Experience in teaching and supervision.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of research and teaching programmes.
• Mentor junior researchers and attract research funding.
• Contribute to high-impact research and executive education.

Skills

Research leadership

Teaching ability

Communication skills

Education

PhD in Finance or relevant subject area

Job description

Associate Professor/Professor in Finance

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Area

Opportunities at the University of Nottingham in Ningbo China

Location

Ningbo

Salary

We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential.

Closing Date

Wednesday 21 May 2025

Reference

184137

Nottingham University Business School China (NUBS China) is now seeking exceptional scholars to join us as Associate Professor in Finance or Professor in Finance.

About NUBS China

NUBS China is a young business school with a strong international and research orientation. We are part of the EQUIS and AACSB-accredited Nottingham University Business School. Campuses in the UK, Malaysia, and here in Ningbo, China, work closely together and offer the University of Nottingham degrees.

NUBS China currently has over 3,621 Chinese and international students, with around 894 enrolled in postgraduate programmes including PhD programme. We have a diverse international faculty of 111, based in Ningbo China, coming from 18 countries and regions. English is the medium of instruction for all our programmes. We have strengthened our focus on high-impact research, customized executive education, and high-quality teaching, and are expanding our academic staff accordingly. We have a vibrant research community emphasising research excellence. NUBS China is an international academic gateway for research on business, finance, and economics in China and a centre of expertise on Chinese firms going global.

About You

NUBS China seeks to appoint proactive, mature academics who are self-driven and results-oriented, resilient, and creative, with internationally recognised intellectual contributions in the relevant subject area.

• A PhD degree in Finance or a relevant subject area;
• Proven ability to plan and lead the delivery of research and teaching programmes;
• A track record of publishing in top-tier international journals appropriate to the level of the appointment;
• Experience in teaching, supervision, and/or development of executive education;
• Ability and passion to work in the multicultural environment of UNNC and to explore research opportunities in China; and
• Excellent oral and written communication skills in English.
  
  

We also look for academic leaders who have strong evidence of attracting research funding and/or leading research projects, proven ability to mentor junior researchers, and strong research networking to attract people and research funding. Editorial experience at leading international journals is advantageous.

Your Remuneration, Benefits, And Support

A successful candidate will be offered a five-year contract. We are committed to providing competitive employment packages while supporting the wellbeing of our staff to help them reach their full potential. We offer international highly competitive salary package and you will have a range of benefits and entitlements, including accommodation allowance, insurances, schooling support, home flight, relocation & repatriation support, and paid annual leave. You will be offered a wider range of Chinese talent scheme application opportunities based on the eligibility of the application.

How To Apply

Applicants are invited to submit their applications via the application link below on or before 21 May 2025.

https://jobs.nottingham.edu.cn/job/184137/

Applications should include but are not limited to the following:

• A cover letter (clearly indicating the level of the role you are applying for).
• An up-to-date CV
• A full publication list
  
  

Only applications submitted online at the designated link will be accepted. Unless specified otherwise, referees will be contacted prior to the interview. Interviews will take place in Ningbo, China, or online if travel to Ningbo is not feasible.

Enquiries

Informal enquiries regarding this role may be addressed to Dr. Xiaolan Zheng, Head of the Department of Finance, Accounting, and Economics (Email: [e-mail] ). If you are unable to apply online or have problems with online system, please contact the Human Resources Office (Tel: [phone] – 8854; Email: [e-mail] ).

Equality and Diversity

University of Nottingham Ningbo China is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to providing a fair, equitable, and mutually supportive learning and working environment for our students and staff. It is our intention to ensure that job applicants and staff are treated solely on the basis of their merits, abilities, and potential, regardless of gender, race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, age, socio-economic background, disability, religious or political beliefs, trade union membership, family circumstances, sexual orientation or other irrelevant distinction.

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