The School of Finance at the University of Sydney Business School invites applications for three continuing academic positions at Lecturer or Senior Lecturer level.
The recruitment comprises:
- two positions open to women applicants only; and
- one position open to all applicants.
We are looking for ambitious early-to-mid-career finance scholars who are building a high-quality research profile, are committed to excellent teaching, and want to contribute to the School’s collaborative and internationally connected research community.
The School particularly welcomes applicants whose research brings new approaches and capabilities to finance, including:
- AI, machine learning and investments
- AI, corporate finance and financial intermediation
- core finance with digital, data or market capability
Qualifications
Applicants should have completed, or be close to completing, a PhD in Finance or a closely related field. The level of appointment will reflect the successful candidate’s experience and academic achievements.
We are particularly interested in candidates who demonstrate:
- a strong and active research program, with high-quality outputs and/or the potential to publish in leading finance and related journals
- ambition to develop research with academic, industry and broader real-world impact
- evidence of high-quality teaching in Finance at undergraduate or postgraduate level
- an interest in innovative approaches to teaching and learning
- a collaborative approach and willingness to contribute to the research, teaching and academic life of the School.
Visa sponsorship is available.
Application Procedure
Candidates should apply through the relevant University of Sydney recruitment advertisement.
Two positions open to women applicants only
- Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance
- Position reference: 0156828
- Application link: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance (Women Only)
One position open to all applicants
- Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance
- Position reference: 0156827
- Application link: Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Finance
For both recruitment streams, applicants should submit:
- a current curriculum vitae, including a list of referees.
- a cover letter outlining their suitability for and interest in the position
- a job market paper.
Applicants may also provide additional material in support of their application (e.g., reference letters, other papers, and teaching evaluations). We may contact referees directly to obtain their letters.
Applications close: Monday 14 December 2026
Enquiries: For a confidential discussion about the role, please email Professor Peter Pham at peter.pham@sydney.edu.au.
About the Organisation
The School of Finance at the University of Sydney Business School is a large and research-intensive finance school with an ambitious and internationally engaged academic community.
Located in Sydney, Australia’s largest financial and commercial centre, the School provides an outstanding setting for finance research, education and engagement. Faculty have access to extensive research infrastructure and data resources, with opportunities to work across disciplines and with industry, policymakers and the wider financial community.
The School is ranked 2nd in Australia and 27th globally in the QS World University Rankings by Subject 2026, and 2nd in Australia and 42nd globally in ShanghaiRanking’s Global Ranking of Academic Subjects 2026.
The School is also home to one of Australia’s largest Finance PhD programs. Our doctoral community is an important part of the School’s research culture, with graduates going on to positions at leading universities and organisations around the world.
Across our undergraduate, postgraduate, research and executive education programs, we aim to combine academic excellence with new ideas, strong external connections and an education that prepares students for a rapidly changing world of finance.
Further information is available from the School of Finance, University of Sydney.
To apply, visit https://usyd.wd105.myworkdayjobs.com/en-GB/USYD_EXTERNAL_CAREER_SITE/. (See posting for details.)