University of Bath, School of Management
Lecturer in Accounting

The above full time permanent post is available from September 2013 and the School of Management invites applications from excellent candidates in any area of accounting. Salary starting from British Pound 37,382, rising to 44,607 Ref: SC1439.

JOB DESCRIPTION: The Accounting and Finance Group, located within the School of Management, has a strong focus on research excellence and the successful candidates will be expected to actively participate in and contribute to the strategic research and teaching objectives of the Group. Research interests of the group integrate with finance and management methodologies and include equity valuation models, public sector performance measurement and management, financial reporting and earning quality in not for profit entities, environmental accounting and CSR and assurance.

The Group's teaching portfolio includes a number of specialist masters' degrees and an undergraduate program in accounting and finance. In addition, the Group teaches on the School's more general management programs. The School of Management was ranked fifth (out of 90 universities) in the UK for research excellence in the most recent Research Assessment Exercise and is highly ranked in league tables of places to study accounting and finance in the UK. The School hosts the CIMA Centre for Excellence, which is funded by the Chartered Institute of Management Accountants, and the Centre for Governance and Regulation, and has an active group of researchers investigating public, not-for-profit, and private sector financial and management issues.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS: Applicants should possess or be near completion of a PhD in accounting or a related discipline, with a clearly identified publications strategy, and be able to identify a forward looking research agenda.

ABOUT THE UNIVERSITY: The University of Bath is situated on a modern campus surrounded by attractive countryside overlooking the centre of Bath, a UNESCO-designated World Heritage City, famous for its Georgian architecture, and its annual literature and music festivals. It is a safe and friendly campus with strong student services and excellent sports facilities. Bath is located 100 miles west of London and is easily accessible by air, road and rail.

FURTHER INFORMATION: Informal enquiries may be made to the Dean's office of the School of Management, +44-(0)-1225 383769 or email R.Elliott@bath.ac.uk, or to Professor Ian Tonks, Head of the Accounting and Finance Group, +44-(0)-1225 384842 or email I.Tonks@bath.ac.uk

APPLICATION PROCEDURE: To find out more and apply, please visit: http://www.bath.ac.uk/jobs/SC1439

Closing Date: Sunday 20 January 2013
Interview Date: To be confirmed