About UOWD

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.

*QS World University Rankings 2024
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021

About the Role

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications from suitably qualified academics and industry professionals for the position of Adjunct Lecturer to teach the postgraduate subject FIN945 – Tokenised Assets and Decentralised Finance.

This cutting-edge subject explores the rapidly evolving landscape of blockchain-enabled finance, including cryptocurrencies, Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), tokenised commodities, real estate, artwork, and decentralised financial (DeFi) protocols. The subject critically evaluates risk–return profiles, regulatory developments, and the impact of tokenisation on traditional financial systems through practical exercises and industry case studies.

We are seeking an engaging educator with strong domain expertise who can bring both theoretical depth and real-world insight into this emerging area of financial technology.

About the Subject

FIN945 equips postgraduate students with the knowledge and analytical skills required to understand and evaluate:

• Blockchain technology and asset tokenisation

• Risk–return characteristics of digital and tokenised assets

• Decentralised protocols vs. traditional financial exchanges

• Regulatory frameworks, transparency, and market adoption challenges

• The evolution and global implications of CBDCs

Key Responsibilities:

1. Deliver engaging and interactive lectures, tutorials, and workshops.

2. Develop engaging learning materials using contemporary case studies from the DeFi and digital asset ecosystem.

3. Facilitate critical discussion on regulation, risk, privacy, and security in decentralised finance.

4. Integrate real-world examples and industry developments into teaching.

5. Develop engaging learning materials using contemporary case studies from the DeFi and digital asset ecosystem.

6. Facilitate critical discussion on regulation, risk, privacy, and security in decentralised finance.

About You

We are looking for candidates with a strong combination of academic credentials and practical knowledge in FinTech, blockchain, or digital finance.

Qualifications and Experience:

• PhD in Finance, FinTech, Economics, or related fields

• Strong understanding of blockchain fundamentals and decentralised protocols

• Ability to evaluate risk-return profiles of tokenised assets versus traditional assets

• Knowledge of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs) and global financial systems

• Capacity to critically analyse regulatory, transparency, and market acceptance issues

• Excellent communication and teaching skills.

Highly Desirable

• Industry experience in FinTech, digital assets, crypto exchanges, CBDC initiatives, or financial regulation

• Professional certifications or involvement in blockchain/DeFi projects

• Prior experience teaching postgraduate finance or FinTech subjects

Compensation and Benefits

The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional dynamic team of highly respected educators from more than 50 different countries and exposure to students from over 100 nationalities.

The University offers adjunct lecturers at postgraduate level a compensation of AED 15,000/- per lecture for the trimester. This covers teaching, grading and providing subject consultation for students. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as a Library that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.