Lecturer in Finance

Job Title:                     Lecturer in Finance, Faculty of Business

Reporting to:              Head of the Faculty of Business

Location:                     Griffith College Dublin, South Circular Road

Job Type:                     Full-Time / Permanent

Job Summary:

The successful candidate will primarily be responsible for the delivery of finance-related modules at the undergraduate level and is expected to play a very active role in the faculty’s teaching, learning and assessment strategy.
The role will also include Year Head and pastoral care duties with responsibility for the smooth running of a specific stage within an academic programme.

Job Responsibilities:

Main responsibilities for position are to:

• Deliver finance-related modules as deemed appropriate by your Head of Faculty
• Coordinate the smooth delivery of modules across a particular Year
• Work proactively in improving existing programmes
• Contribute to the design and development of new programmes
• Carry out assessment, monitoring and evaluation of examination and continuous assessment, and provide academic guidance and support to students
• Participate in internal departmental and multi-disciplinary committees and external meetings as required.
  

Programme Content

• Manage the development/delivery of programme
• Review modules on a semesterised basis and contribute to the annual programme review
• Participate in the development, implementation and maintenance of academic quality assurance policies
• Participate in activities related to the development of the faculty’s programmes
• Maintain the academic integrity of the faculty’s business programmes
  

Lecturing

• Meet with students to discuss progression and performance
• Review student queries regarding continuous assessment, exams, grades, etc.

Students

• Meet with students to discuss progress and performance, problems, etc
• Review student queries regarding coursework, exams, grades, etc

Administration & Marketing

• Participate and contribute at exam board meetings
• Liaise with admissions office regarding new learners
• Attend open evenings and other College promotional events
  

Minimum Education / Experience Requirements:

Overall, the successful candidate will be expected to make a significant contribution to the teaching profile of the College. 
More specifically:

• Candidates must have a master’s degree qualification (Level 9) in finance/management/accounting-related areas or an equivalent professional qualification (e.g. ACCA)
• Relevant professional/industry experience in finance is desirable but not essential
• Relevant teaching experience in finance at third level would be advantageous
• Be highly organised with meticulous attention to detail
• Have excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills
• Be committed to educational quality and student support
• Willing to work effectively as part of an integrated team
• A Teaching and Learning qualification would be advantageous 
  

About Griffith College

Griffith College is Ireland's largest independent third-level institution, with locations in Dublin, Cork and Limerick. The main campus is situated on seven acres within a mile of St. Stephen's Green on Dublin's South Circular Road. Griffith College enjoys national and a growing international reputation for student success. The College has gained an enviable, award-winning reputation for providing students with first-class lectures and excellent study material.
Griffith College offers internationally recognised postgraduate and undergraduate degree programmes, complimented by a wide range of professional, short term and corporate training educational solutions. Click the following link for more information - http://www.griffith.ie/

Our Vision

‘To be recognised among the leading, innovative and socially enterprising of Ireland’s universities”

Why work for Griffith College?

• Competitive salary package
• Flexible working arrangements in line with the College's remote working policy
• Access to ongoing Continuing Professional Development (CPD) programmes, up to Doctorate level
• Subsidised College programmes to support career development and upskilling.
• Opportunities for staff mobility through Erasmus+ and other international mobility programmes
• Mental Health and Wellbeing support available
• Vibrant, multidisciplinary and multicultural learning environment
• Inclusive and diverse community
• Onsite subsidised restaurant
• Free parking facilities
• Staff Social Club 
  

This job description is not to be regarded as exclusive or exhaustive. It is intended as an outline of proposed areas of activity and will be amended in the light of the changing environment within the Faculty and the College.

Griffith College is an equal opportunities employer. Candidates must be eligible to work full-time for any employer in Ireland.