Lecturer in Information Systems

Aston University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training opportunities

Generous leave entitlement

Staff discounts

On-site gym and pool

Job summary

Aston University invites applications for a position within the Business Analytics and Information Systems Department. You will contribute to teaching, PhD/DBA supervision, and research and enterprise activities, aligning with the department's growth strategy and its strong emphasis on rigorous, relevant scholarship.

Ideal candidates will hold a good first degree and a PhD in a relevant discipline; a developing record of funding, publications and impact in industry or society is desirable.

Qualifications

• A good first degree and a PhD in a relevant academic discipline.
• Emerging record of funding, publications and research impacts in industry or society.
• Strong research profile in information systems, e-business, digital transformation, IT consultancy or technology management.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching, PhD/DBA supervision, research and enterprise activities.
• Develop the department's teaching and engagement with industry.
• Engage in impactful research dissemination and collaborations.

Education

PhD in a relevant academic discipline

Good first degree in a relevant field

Job description

Location: Aston University Main Campus Aston Business School is a triple accredited University (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA) and a leading UK University for academic research (REF2021 rated 79% of Aston's research as 'world leading' or 'internationally excellent' and 74% of research impact as 'very considerable or 'outstanding'). Aston prides itself on excellent teaching and business engagement. We are one of the few UK institutions with the Small Business Charter's Gold Award. In 2020 we were The Guardian's University of the Year and the THE's Entrepreneurial University of the Year. We were shortlisted for THE's University of the Year in 2021-22 and are in the QS Top 400 World University Rankings in 2026.

The Business Analytics and Information Systems Department conducts teaching, research and engagement activities in various aspects of analytics and IS/ICT. The department fosters a thriving teaching innovation and research culture in the Department, which has a strong reputation for being both rigorous and relevant. As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking inspirational and highly motivated individuals to contribute to the development of the Department's teaching, PhD/DBA supervision, research and enterprise activities. We welcome discussions with prospective candidates whose teaching experience relates to information systems, e-business, digital transformation, IT consultancy and technology management to business school students at different levels and delivery mode.

You will have a good first degree and a PhD in a relevant academic discipline. It would be desirable to be able to demonstrate an emerging record of funding, publication of research outputs and creation of research-based impacts in industry and/or society. We are especially looking for people with a strong research profile in the areas of information systems, e-business, digital transformation, IT consultancy and technology management.

Aston University is committed to the principles of the Athena SWAN Charter, recognized by a bronze award. We pride ourselves on our vibrant, friendly, supportive working environment and collaborative atmosphere.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family friendly policies.
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available

Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here .

This role is likely to qualify for endorsement under the Endorsed Funder route of the Global Talent visa. This visa is for talented or promising individuals in academia or research in fields such as science, engineering, medicine, social sciences, or humanities. See the Home Office guidance: https://www.gov.uk/global-talent Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Monday 14 September 2026 Interview Date: To be confirmed £38,784 to £56,535 per annum Grade 08 to Grade 09