Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Finance

• Great opportunity to teach Finance in a China-based position
• Apply your experience of working in an international organisation
• A competitive benefits package is offered

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Join the University of Waikato in an exciting international academic opportunity as a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Finance based at the University of Waikato Joint Institute at Hangzhou City University (NZUWI) in China. In this unique role, you’ll play a key part in delivering the Bachelor of Business (Finance major), inspiring and guiding students through high-quality teaching, assessment, and academic leadership.

This position offers the chance to be part of a growing international collaboration, while continuing to develop your research profile and contribute to the advancement of the discipline. You’ll have opportunities for professional development with the University of Waikato in New Zealand. While the role is based in China, it provides a global academic experience within a vibrant cross-cultural teaching environment. This is an excellent opportunity for a passionate educator and researcher to make a lasting impact in a dynamic international setting.

Current salary range for Lecturer will be in the range of CNY 388,000 to CNY 460,000 per year, and for Senior Lecturer will be in the range of CNY 475,000 to CNY 575,000 dependent on qualifications, skills and experience. This is a full-time role, based at Hangzhou City University (NZUWI) in China.

For further information, please refer to the position description for the Lecturer role here, and the Senior Lecturer role here. For any confidential queries on the role, please contact Professor Anna Strutt, anna.strutt@waikato.ac.nz. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You are a passionate academic with a PhD in Finance or Economics, experienced in delivering engaging undergraduate teaching across cultures, particularly in Asian contexts. You bring strong subject knowledge, innovative teaching methods, and a collaborative approach to working with students and staff.

You should have experience in delivering Finance courses at all levels of the undergraduate degree as well as introductory economics courses. With a developing or established research profile, you are self-motivated, culturally aware, and committed to academic excellence in a global setting.

At the University of Waikato, we’re committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we?

We are proud of our Joint Institute with Hangzhou City University which is designated as an Institute authorised by the Ministry of Education to deliver University of Waikato and Hangzhou City University accredited degrees. In addition to the Finance degree, the Joint Institute offers undergraduate degrees in Design and Media. All teaching is conducted in English. Operating since 2017, the Institute in Hangzhou has 16 staff and an enrolment of 1,000 students.

The Waikato Management School is a Triple Crown Accredited (AACSB, EQUIS and AMBA) business school. The School is respected nationally and internationally for its engagement with students and the business community, the high quality of teaching and commitment to research excellence.

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

A competitive benefits package is on offer for the appointee (partner and dependent children where relevant), which includes a contribution towards off-campus rented accommodation, contributions towards relocation and international school or pre-school tuition fees, payment for work visa, medical insurance costs and one return economy airfare per annum to return to home country, if border restrictions allow.

The appointment will start ideally in September 2026. The applicant will meet the requirements for appointment as a foreign expert in China and employment compliant with the regulations of the provincial government. These regulations stipulate who is eligible for legal employment as a foreign expert regarding obtaining work permits and visas. In addition, you must have at least two years of full-time teaching experience.

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all.

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications close: Monday, 23 February 2026

Requisition number: 1003276

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