Reader in Finance and/or Accounting

University of Westminster; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in the UK seeks an experienced academic for a full-time role in the School of Finance and Accounting. You will enhance the research profile, produce peer-reviewed outputs, and mentor junior colleagues in a dynamic environment. A PhD and strong research leadership skills are required. The role offers the chance to be part of a vibrant community, supporting various diversity and inclusion initiatives. Closing date for applications is 08 February 2026.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in research, teaching, and learning in an academic environment.
• Expertise and experience in research leadership.

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in improving the quality of the research record.
• Regularly produce high-quality peer-reviewed outputs of international standing.
• Mentor junior colleagues in their research efforts.

Skills

Research leadership

Mentoring

Funding bidding and management

Education

PhD in a related discipline

Job description

Overview

This post is full time and permanent, working 35 hours per week.

At the University of Westminster we combine inspiring teaching, London and global connections, interdisciplinary collaborations, close professional links and policy‑focused research to transform individuals and wider society. We are a vibrant, sustainable and broad‑based institution proud of our heritage of almost 200 years and always looking forward. As a result of positive action we are in a strong financial position to deliver our ambitious strategy, ‘Being Westminster’.

School of Finance and Accounting

The School of Finance and Accounting (SFA) is one of four schools in the Westminster Business School, focused on finance, banking, international finance, investment, risk, and accounting and noted for its Fintech programmes and Bloomberg financial markets suites, along with its accredited accounting and finance programmes. You will become part of a community of around 60 permanent academic staff and additional part‑time visiting lecturers. You will join a team of highly qualified lecturers and researchers. The successful candidate for this post is expected to be capable of working harmoniously in a close, team‑based environment, fully supporting management, and demonstrating the ability to take on academic leadership responsibilities.

You will be based at the University’s Marylebone campus, opposite Baker Street Station, centrally located and immersed in London’s business community.

Responsibilities

• Take a leading role in improving the quality of the research record, research profile and external reputation of both the College and the University.
• Have experience in funding bidding and management.
• Regularly produce high‑quality peer‑reviewed outputs of international standing.
• Take on a research leadership position within the School and support the Associate Head of College for Research in meeting the School’s targets for REF outputs as well as external funding.
• Mentor junior colleagues in their research efforts.

Qualifications

• PhD in a related discipline.
• Proven experience in research, teaching and learning in an academic environment.
• Expertise and experience in research leadership.
• Experience in research leadership.

Equal Opportunity Statement

At the University of Westminster diversity, inclusion and equality of opportunity are at the core of how we engage with students, colleagues, applicants, visitors and all our stakeholders.

We are fully committed to enabling a supportive and safe learning and working environment which is equitable, diverse and inclusive, is based on mutual respect and trust, and in which harassment and discrimination are neither tolerated nor acceptable.

The University has adopted Smart Working principles to support and further our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion aims of being an inclusive, collaborative and flexible employer. Further details of Smart Working can be discussed at interview stage.

Application Information

Closing date: Midnight on 08 February 2026

Interviews are likely to be held on: Week of the 09 March 2026

Administrative contact (for queries only): [e-mail]