Associate Professor in Forensic Accounting

  • Full-time
  • Primary Location (Campus): Nathan Campus
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Department ID: Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics - AFE
  • Appointment Type: Continuing

Company Description

Creating a brighter future for all
Griffith Business School strives to prepare graduates for an ever-changing world where responsible leadership and sustainable business practices are critical. Our strong industry connections and partnerships with many high­-profile organisations across the country and throughout the Asia–Pacific region to ensure our graduates are equipped to meet the demands of employers, today and in the future.

The school is home to several world-class research facilities, and we pride ourselves on producing high impact, innovative and forward-thinking research. We are in constant pursuit of producing relevant research outcomes to inform best business practices, policies, and sustainable business solutions for our future world.

Job Description

About the Opportunity
The Department of Accounting, Finance and Economic (AFE) is seeking an accomplished and dynamic individual to join our department as an Associate Professor in Forensic Accounting. The successful candidate will have outstanding academic achievement, communication, and leadership skills to contribute to the overall culture of excellence in research, learning and teaching, and engagement within the Department.

As an Associate Professor, you will play a key role in collaborating with the Griffith Academy of Financial Crime Investigations and Compliance (FCIC), which is led by the department.

Key responsibilities of this position include:

  • Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in forensic accounting, including the development and delivery of course materials and assessments.
  • Conduct research in forensic accounting, publish articles in academic journals, and present research findings at conferences and seminars.
  • Provide academic and career guidance to students, serving as a mentor and advisor, and supervising students in their research projects.
  • Maintain a record of scholarly activity through presentations, publications, and other forms of professional contributions.
  • Contribute to the development and revision of course materials and ensure the relevance and quality of the curriculum in forensic accounting.
  • Participate in the evaluation and assessment of student learning outcomes and contribute to the improvement of the program.
  • Collaborate with other members, researchers, and practitioners to advance the field of forensic accounting.

This is a continuing, full-time position based at the Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University, there may be a requirement for you to work across other campus locations.

About You
To be successful in this role, you will demonstrate the following selection criteria:

  • A doctoral qualification in Accounting, Forensic Accounting, or a related field.
  • Expertise in the following areas are preferred: forensic accounting and risk management and governance (in financial crime), auditing and financial reporting.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver high-quality teaching and engage students in the learning process.
  • Demonstrated leadership in research, learning & teaching, and/or engagement
  • A well-established, internationally recognised research record including publications in leading academic journals
  • A strong record of generating research funds from competitive grants and/or other sources to support research
  • A record of higher degree research supervision that will ensure that the Department and Griffith Business School continues its outstanding achievements in research.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and a commitment to working in a collegial manner, contributing to a positive culture and the aspiration of the Department and the University.
  • Demonstrated ability to network effectively to ensure working relationships are improved both internally and with national and international government, industry and community stakeholders.

Salary Range
The base salary for an Associate Professor (Level D) position is in the range $147,702 - $162,723 per annum, plus 17% employer superannuation. The total package is in the range $172,812 - $190,386 per annum.

Additional Information

How to Apply
Please submit your application online and ensure your application includes the following:

  • A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role specifically addressing the criteria listed in the ‘About You’ section above and refer to the position description.
  • Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details and the details of two supporting referees

Visa sponsorship is possible for this appointment for candidates who do not hold valid Australian work rights.

What Griffith University Offers

  • Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance.
  • Salary packaging options & corporate health discounts.
  • Generous leave entitlements including paid parental leave.

Griffith University values diversity, inclusion and flexibility and we encourage Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander, and people of all backgrounds to apply. For more information please visit our Equity, Diversity and Inclusion page.

Griffith's strategic goals are to also increase the proportion of women in senior academic and administrative roles and in Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics and Medicine (STEMM).

Further Information
For further information about this role, please contact Professor Brett Freudenberg, Acting Head of Department, Accounting, Finance and Economics on [email protected]

For further application and recruitment advice, please contact Ms Jinita Dhall, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected]

Closing date: Wednesday, 15 March 2023 at 5:00pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.

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