Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Business Analytics

Aston Business School

Aston Business School is a triple-accredited University (EQUIS, AACSB and AMBA) and a leading UK University for academic research (REF2021 rated 79% of Aston’s research as ‘world leading’ or ‘internationally excellent’ and 74% of research impact as ‘very considerable or ‘outstanding’). Aston prides itself on excellent teaching and business engagement. We are one of the few UK institutions with the Small Business Charter’s Gold Award. In 2020 we were The Guardian’s University of the Year and THE’s Entrepreneurial University of the Year. We were shortlisted for THE’s University of the Year in 2021-22. 

The Operations and Information Management Department has three teaching groups: Business Analytics, Operations Management, and Global ICT/IS Management. We also have four research centres: Advanced Services, Cybersecurity, Circular Economy and Crisis Management. We are planning to launch a research centre in Enterprise AI Innovation Centre and a centre in Applied Business Analytics (ABA) in the near future. The ABA centre will also be well placed in supporting Aston University’s research commitment to leading research in the areas of digital innovation and transformation with the establishment of the Aston Digital Futures Institute.

There is a thriving teaching and learning, business engagement, and research culture in the Department, which has a reputation for being rigorous, relevant, and entrepreneurial. As part of our growth strategy, we are seeking inspirational and highly motivated individuals to contribute to the development of the Department’s activities in the field of Business Analytics. We welcome discussions with prospective candidates who have interests in specified areas of business analytics such as artificial intelligence, healthcare analytics, behavioural analytics, IoT, disaster management analytics and data mining. 

You will have a good quantitative first degree, or equivalent, as well as a higher degree in a relevant academic discipline. You must also be able to demonstrate an emerging pedagogical path of effective and innovative research, teaching, and learning.

Posts are appointable at Lecturer Grade 8 or 9 or 10 depending on qualifications, aptitude, and experience. Your application must state which grade you are applying for. 

What we offer

• Aston University is a dynamic and vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train. 
• Excellent training and development opportunities. 
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days bank holiday and University Closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers
• Great family friendly policies
• On site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here

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University Information

Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community.  It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston

We recognise the value of flexible working.  Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk