Here, you can make it matter.

For almost 50 years, Griffith has been proudly doing things differently. Our people have challenged convention, adapting and innovating to pioneer solutions ahead of our time. Here, you’ll find high-impact research, outstanding student experiences, and a genuine commitment to social justice, inclusivity and sustainability. 

Consistently ranking in the top 2 per cent of universities globally, our degrees are designed with industry in mind, the future in our sights, and social impact at heart.

With more than 55,000 students, our community spans five campuses across South East Queensland plus our Digital campus, complemented by a global alumni network of over 200,000 graduates. As we prepare for our 50th anniversary in 2025, we're looking for people that share our passion and values to help us create 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 ensure our graduates are equipped to meet the demands of employers today and in the future.

The Department of Accounting, Finance and Economics offers industry-recognised undergraduate and postgraduate programs in accounting, banking, business statistics, economics, finance, financial planning, taxation and financial crime. We have a strong and active research focus, with several staff holding external research grants and a history of successful PhD student completions with attractive employment outcomes.

The newly established Griffith Academy of Financial Crime Investigations and Compliance (FCIC) sits within the Griffith Business School. Together with its industry partners, the Academy delivers innovative and interdisciplinary research and training in investigating and preventing financial crime to meet critical industry needs across the financial sector.

The Opportunity
The Department of Accounting Finance and Economics is currently looking for a Senior Lecturer who can:

• Undertake a sustained level of high-quality research into Behavioural Economics of national standing with measurable impact on policy and practice for the wider community, and attract and generate nationally competitive research funding.
• Work cohesively as part of an interdisciplinary team within the Academy that features experts from criminology, information and communication technology and forensic accounting that fosters inter-disciplinary collaborations across the University.
• Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation and engagement in learning and teaching across the spectrum of the University’s undergraduate, postgraduate and professional program suite facilitating high-quality, student-centred learning activities consistent with Griffith Graduates of the Future strategy.
• Assist in the design and delivery of micro-credentials for industry partners that are application-based studies in the area of financial crime investigation and compliance.
• Develop meaningful and impactful partnerships with the broader community by actively engaging and collaborating with external stakeholders at national and international levels.
• Ensuring consistently high-quality experiences and outcomes for Higher Degree Research (HDR) candidates.
• Promote the reputation of the University through engaged scholarship and purposeful, impactful industry and community outreach activities.

About you
To succeed in this role, you will have a PhD qualification in a relevant discipline or field, along with the following:

• A passion and an outstanding reputation for conducting research in Behavioural Economics that has influenced and impacted policy and decision-making.
• A track record in studying Financial Scam and Fraud in either experimental or field settings is highly desired.
• A strong track record of publications in economics journals and evidence of teaching excellence with undergraduate and higher degree research students.
• A strong record of securing funding and collaboration with industry partners and a track record of global collaboration and reputation with particular strategic value through Asia.
• Evidence of working in a multidisciplinary research environment to achieve outstanding research with an impact on policy and practice.
• Knowledge, skills and leadership in teaching and curriculum/program development at the tertiary education level, and a proven ability in the administration of university courses and programs.

The successful candidate will be expected to teach across a breadth of courses within the Department. In addition to fulfilling teaching requirements, the candidate must demonstrate success in attracting significant external research funding, evidence of a competitive research track record and national recognition consistent with discipline benchmarks, and proven experience in developing partnerships and collaborations with leading institutions and research end-users in their field.

What we can offer
This is a continuing, full time position based at the Griffith University Nathan campus. As Griffith is a multi-campus University you may be required to work across other campus locations.

The full time equivalent base salary for Senior Lecturer, Level C will be $128,802 - $148,520 per annum + 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $150,698 - $173,768 per annum.

At Griffith, you’ll thrive in a culture of support and inclusivity and be able to accelerate your academic career in a community focused on impact.

Excellence
We believe excellence should have impact. It’s why we’re here. We strive for the highest possible standards in teaching and research, while ensuring we create positive effects for our communities. 

Culture
Our people thrive in a culture of support and inclusivity, united by a shared purpose. We bring together exceptional thinkers from diverse disciplines to tackle the greatest challenges of our time.  

Opportunity
Griffith was created to be a different kind of university. We’re proud of our past, but we understand that true progress comes from challenging the status quo. That’s why we’re excited for what we’re building next. 

We invest in and value our people, and are proud to offer additional benefits including: 

• Flexible working options and genuine work-life balance.
• Salary packaging options and 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).

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

• A covering letter outlining your suitability for the role (please refer to the Qualifications above and the position description)
• Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details
• Please include the details of three supporting referees

Click here to view the position description.

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

Further Information
For further information specifically about this role, please contact Associate Professor Parvinder Kler, Head of Department on [email protected] or +61 (0) 7 373 57668.

For application and recruitment advice, please contact Corinna Gartrell, Talent Acquisition Partner on [email protected] or +61 (0) 7 373 56548.

For application support, please contact People Services on +61 (0) 7 373 54011.

Closing date: Sunday, 17 September 2023 at 5:00pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.