Lecturer in Business Analytics
This is a career-defining opportunity at the heart of a department that puts data at the centre of decision-making practices. You’ll join a close-knit group of academics who are behind a varied programme of research-led teaching and forward-thinking studies that develop graduates who are sought after for their skills, knowledge and ability to innovate.
You will develop, deliver and assess both new and existing business analytics modules to support undergraduate general business and postgraduate specialist analytics teaching. Throughout you will collaborate with industry partners to enhance real-world connections and provide students with practical insights that can be translated into real-world skills.
Research is, naturally, a key part of our make-up and you’ll engage in knowledge exchange, collaborative and individual research projects, attract funding and contribute to the impact and intellectual reputation of the school.
The Person
You’ll hold a doctorate with an analytics focus and bring with you a recognised teaching or learning qualification. By the end of the probation period, you must have achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition (if this has not already been obtained). You’ll demonstrate the potential to engage in applied business research at the cutting edge of technological and analytical trends and advancements.
On a personal level, going above and beyond to deliver an exceptional student experience will be your core motivation. With a keen interest in the application of analytics to business, you will impart practical skills and knowledge to empower students to succeed in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. By the end of the probation period, you must have achieved the relevant level of UKPSF recognition (if this has not already been obtained)
Constantly seeking to improve, you’ll scrutinise your own work, build private and public sector networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty’s reputation in higher education and occupational circles.
The Faculty
The Faculty of Business and Social Sciences combines Kingston Business School and the School of Law, Social and Behavioural Sciences. Driven by a forward-thinking approach, the faculty is dynamic, innovative and ambitious. We focus on business and social challenges that impact us all such as decision making, sustainable development and individual resilience.
Together, the schools strive to nurture socially responsible, well-informed and actively engaged members of society who graduate as adaptable, ambitious and solutions-focused professionals.
Practical experience and real-life learning is at the heart of our degrees. Our graduates will be equipped with the skills to manage and navigate a world that needs employees to be digitally skilled and to have highly developed people management skills, emotional intelligence as well as innovative, entrepreneurial drive.
Further information
This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £43,187 per annum.
Interviews are expected to be held online on Tuesday 6th August 2024.
For informal enquiries please contact Becky Lees, Head of Department of Accounting, Finance & Informatics & Associate Professor.
Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.
We are a place-based organisation, proud of our location in Kingston and the civic role we play in our community. Our campuses inspire collaborative, innovative and creative communities. Being present on campus is important to us because it helps us to create a sense of belonging for both our staff and students. Therefore, staff are expected to be on campus for the majority of their working week.
Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme.
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