Lecturer in Accounting

Job Title: Lecturer in Accounting, Loughborough Final date to receive applications: Wednesday, 09 September 2026 Loughborough Business School There are two positions available on a full-time open-ended basis Hybrid Working The Loughborough University campus is located in the heart of England. With world-class facilities, our 523-acre single-site campus features an abundance of green, open space and hosts everything that our students, staff, and visitors need on site.

Loughborough University is committed to supporting excellence. From our outstanding student experience and unparalleled sporting achievements to our high-quality teaching provision and acclaimed research offering, we strive to create better futures, together. Loughborough Business School is an integral part of Loughborough Universitys learning offering, covering the disciplines of business, management, finance, accounting and economics. Guided by the ethos of Progress with Purpose, our forward-thinking approach to research and teaching empowers staff and students to drive change, both within and beyond the University.

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Our position within the higher education sector has been developed by our excellence driven approach and a welcoming, vibrant international community of staff and students. Whether you are an innovative academic aiming to make a difference in the world, or an ambitious professional in search of a rewarding career in higher education, you can make progress with purpose at Loughborough Business School.

The role and what were looking for The successful candidate will join the Accounting and Finance discipline group. We are seeking to appoint two Lecturers in Accounting to join our highly regarded and ambitious Accounting and Finance group. We welcome applications from outstanding scholars who have completed a PhD in any area of Accounting and demonstrate the ability to further enhance the groups research profile through the publication of high-quality, impactful work in the Accounting subject area.

The successful candidates will also be expected to pursue external funding opportunities and to build meaningful engagement with businesses, policymakers, and other key stakeholders. We are interested in candidates who can deliver an exceptional teaching experience in financial reporting and/or management accounting. The successful applicants will contribute to the delivery of modules across our highly successful undergraduate Accounting and Finance programme, as well as our suite of MSc programmes.

They will also play an active role in curriculum development, student support, and the broader academic life of the Accounting and Finance group and the Business School. This post is available on a full-time open-ended basis. Hybrid working is also available, with a mix of working in the office and from home. For more information on the role please refer to the

Job Description and Person Specification. Application and assessment process The closing date for applications is 9 September 2026. Please refer to the job description and person specification for specific details about the nature of the role and the essential criteria before applying. When submitting your application, carefully use the criteria to demonstrate how you meet them. Interviews will take place in-person on 22 October 2026, which will include a presentation to the discipline group followed by a formal interview.

For informal enquiries please contact Professor Noel OSullivan, Head of Accounting & Finance discipline group at Why should you apply? This is a fantastic opportunity to join the Loughborough…