Lecturer Level B Financial Planning (Teaching Intensive)
Job Summary
Join our Department of Accounting Finance and Economics commencing in Trimester 2 2026 or earlier!
As a Lecturer specialising in financial planning at Griffith you will:
- Lead and deliver highquality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate subjects in financial planning personal finance superannuation and retirement insurance tax for planners and ethics and professional conduct.
- Contribute to high-impact research and build a portfolio of high-quality outputs.
- Foster an outstanding student experience and encourage active participation in learning and teaching.
- Continuously improve teaching practices through professional development and critical reflection.
- Support high-quality learning outcomes through innovative and future-focused approaches.
- Develop meaningful partnerships with the broader community and external stakeholders.
The role is pivotal to sustaining professionally accredited and industryrelevant curricula strong student outcomes and constructive partnerships with employers and accrediting bodies. The appointee will champion pedagogical innovation inclusive teaching and workintegrated learning that prepares students for professional practice in Australias financial advice profession.
About You
We are looking for individuals with a doctoral qualification in a relevant discipline a special interest in teaching personal finance/financial planning and the ability to network effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
You should also demonstrate leadership in teaching and curriculum development excellent communication skills and a commitment to working in a collegial manner.
Workload Profile
The role is teachingintensive with the expectation that approximately seventy percent of workload is dedicated to teaching and learning ten to twenty percent to service and engagement and the remainder to scholarship of teaching and learning or research.
Salary Range
The full time equivalent base salary will be Academic Level B range $113226 - $134460 per annum 17% superannuation. The total FTE package will be in the range $132474 - $157318 per annum.
You can be based either at our Griffith University Brisbane South (Nathan) or Gold Coast campus. As Griffith is a multi-site University you may be required to work across other locations.
Additional Information :
Griffith Universitys sites are located on the lands of the Yugarabul Yuggera Jagera Turrbal Yugambeh and Kombumerri peoples.
As a values-led organisation at Griffith University weve worked hard to create a dynamic and strong organisational culture. We offer:
- 50% fee discount for work related post graduate Griffith degrees
- Scholarships to Griffiths flagship MBA program
- Mix of on campus and work from home options available and a supportive work environment
- Health Safety and Wellbeing initiatives on campus Gym facilities
How to apply
Our University is committed to fostering a safe respectful and inclusive community for alignment with the National Higher Education Code to Prevent and Respond to Gender-based Violence (2025) Griffith University includes a declaration as part of the recruitment journey to uphold the values and standards of our community. Griffith University also maintains a strict zero-tolerance policy against all forms of modern slavery. For more information please refer to Griffiths Modern Slavery Policy.
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.
Please submit your application online and ensure it includes the following:
- A cover letter outlining your suitability for the role. (Please refer to the Job Description above as well as the Position Description).
- Current curriculum vitae/resume including full contact details.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available - Australian work rights are essential and a Criminal History Check may be required.
For further information specifically about this role please contact Professor Alberto Posso Head of Department Department of Accounting Finance and Economics via or Associate Professor Kirsten MacDonald Deputy Head of Department Department of Accounting Finance and Economics via
Closing date: Sunday 19 April 2026 at 11:59pm AEST. All applications must be submitted online.
Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Contract
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