Lecturer in Economics & Business

Lecturer in Economics & Business

We are seeking a highly motivated and innovative individual to join our academic team. The role involves teaching across a range of Economics and Business modules, contributing to curriculum development, and supporting student achievement and employability.

• Design and deliver high-quality teaching that promotes an inclusive and engaging learning environment.
• Assess student work, provide timely feedback, and contribute to module assessment design.
• Engage in scholarly and professional development activities that enhance teaching practice.
• Contribute to the wider academic life of the Department and School, including committee work and departmental events.
• Support student achievement and employability through guidance and development activities.
• Participate in departmental and institutional initiatives, including outreach and industry partnerships.

• Good honours degree and a postgraduate qualification; a PhD in Economics or a closely related discipline is required.
• Experience teaching Economics and Business at higher‑education level.
• Demonstrated commitment to high‑quality teaching, curriculum development, and student support.
• Strong communication, organisational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to equality, diversity, inclusion, and graduate employability.
• Professional membership of a relevant body is desirable.

The University of Wolverhampton is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. We are committed to preventing unlawful discrimination, promoting equality of opportunity, and fostering an inclusive environment where colleagues are treated with dignity and respect.

• Competitive salaries and defined contribution pension scheme.
• Long‑service recognition with vouchers and certificates.
• Free will‑writing service for staff and partners.
• IT & mobile discounts, including family discounts and software savings.
• Health & wellbeing support: 24/7 EAP access, free counselling, occupational health, gym membership discounts, eye care support, flu vaccinations, and a paycare health benefit plan.
• Chaplaincy and prayer rooms for multi‑faith support.
• Flexible and hybrid working arrangements.
• On‑site parking and cycle benefits scheme.
• Tusker electric vehicle scheme via salary sacrifice.
• Employee discounts on groceries, fashion, and entertainment.
• Travel discounts through Sodexo Circles.
• Training and development opportunities, including staff network and inclusion support, library access, scholarship scheme, and leadership and management development programmes.

Please contact Dr Nadia Asghar, Head of the Department of Finance, Accounting Economics and Global Business, at  or telephone to arrange a mutually convenient time for further discussion.