Victoria, Australia
Onsite
Not Available
Role type: Full time, fixed term for 18 months. This role will commence on 20 July 2026.
Faculty: Faculty of Business and Economic
Department/ School: Department of Accounting
Salary: Level B - $124,656 - $148,023 p.a. plus 17% super
Shape business analytics education and research / build your academic profile / collaborate with industry partners
Apply now to shape future-ready analytics graduates while progressing your research career in a leading university.
Investing in you – 17% superannuation, benefits package including salary packaging, health and wellbeing programs, discounted services, and professional development opportunities.
The University of Melbourne
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Your next career opportunity
In this Lecturer role, you will advance business analytics teaching and research within a leading commerce department.
You will design and deliver innovative curricula, supervise research students, and build an impactful research profile.
You will also engage with industry and community partners to enhance the real-world relevance of your work.
What you will deliver:
Conduct high-quality research in a commerce-related discipline and publish in leading refereed journals.
Secure research funding from internal and external sources and actively participate in academic conferences and workshops.
Design, coordinate and deliver undergraduate and postgraduate business analytics subjects using contemporary teaching approaches and e-learning platforms.
Supervise Masters and PhD students and support their research training and academic development.
Contribute to departmental service, committees and engagement with industry, community and professional organisations.
You may be a great fit if you:
Hold or are completing a PhD in a commerce-related discipline, including economics, finance, accounting or operations.
Demonstrate an emerging research record in business or economics, evidenced by working papers and submissions to leading journals.
Teach business analytics effectively at undergraduate and masters level, using both face-to-face and online modes.
Participate actively in academic conferences, seminars and workshops to build scholarly networks and visibility.
Show potential to attract research grants and engage with industry, government or community organisations.
Commit to collegial, inclusive practice and high standards of ethics, teaching quality and student achievement.
For further information please refer to the attached PD.
What we offer you!
We offer the opportunity to be part of a vibrant community and enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits to support your success and sense of fulfilment, including:
Build future financial security with 17% superannuation
Supportive flexible work arrangements underpinned by our commitment to inclusion and well-being
Career development opportunities, including access to a range of tailored programs, such as Academic Women in Leadership, and learning platforms including LinkedIn Learning
Progressive, considerate leave provisions to empower your work-life balance and well-being, including leading parental leave, gender affirmation leave and cultural leave
Salary packaging and access to a range of discounted services including Bupa health insurance, and access to unique cultural and recreational benefits such as discounts for the Melbourne Theatre Company
Health and well-being services including a leading Employee Assistance Program
Your new team – Department of Accounting
Joining the Department of Accounting, you will be part of a dynamic, research-active commerce community.
The department integrates data-driven decision making with rigorous disciplinary foundations in economics, finance, accounting and operations.
You will collaborate with respected scholars, engaged students and industry partners on impactful research and innovative teaching.
The Faculty values collegiality, inclusion and excellence, offering strong support for early career academics and interdisciplinary collaboration.
Be Yourself
The University of Melbourne is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a child-safe organisation. The diversity of our community enriches us all, and we are committed to creating an inclusive and fair workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds, identities, and experiences. Discover more about Diversity and Inclusion at UniMelb.
We're committed to a barrier-free recruitment process and ongoing workplace support, providing adjustments throughout. We warmly encourage applications from people with disabilities. Learn more about how we support an accessible recruitment process.
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Applicants
We aspire to be the University of choice for Indigenous Australians. Visit our Indigenous staff page to learn more about our investment and support for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander staff.
Indigenous applicants are encouraged to connect with our Indigenous Employment & Development team at korin-korin@unimelb.edu.au.
Application essentials:
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You must have current valid work rights for Australia. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
A Working with Children Check is required for all positions. If successful, we will guide you through the process and reimburse you.
Please upload your resume and a cover letter outlining your interest and experience as part of the application process.
Please upload your responses to the Selection Criteria, found in the Position Description.
Want to know more?
For queries related to this specific position, contact Patrick Ferguson at pfer@unimelb.edu.au.
For questions related to our recruitment process email Nick Petersen at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au
For recruitment adjustments contact Kim Groizard on +61 3 9035 3218 or at hr-careers@unimelb.edu.au (subject: 'Recruitment Adjustments').
Apply today, and join a community that’s shaping the future.
Applications close: Thursday 9 July at 11:59 PM; Melbourne time zone.
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