Lecturer

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Tuesday 19 November 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Aston School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies is looking for a Lecturer in Computer Science with a specific interest in Software Engineering to help reinforce its research and teaching in the area. You will be expected to teach across several areas of the computer science and/or cybersecurity curricula. A knowledge security aspects of software design and implementation would be an advantage. 

Aston University has a very ambitious strategy in digital technologies, which benefits the school directly in both its research and teaching environments, providing exciting opportunities to develop one’s research and teaching career. 

The school is experiencing a period of growth in terms of research activity and student recruitment in the digital sciences: computer science, cyber security, artificial intelligence and data science. You will have an opportunity to carry out research either within the school’s environment, or within one of a number of research centres or institutes, depending on the candidate’s specific interests. Centres and institutes include the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute (DFI) and the Aston Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Application (ACAIRA), but others may be of interest to specific candidates, who are encouraged to explore the University’s website for more information. 

As successful candidate you will be expected to have an excellent research track record, commensurate with their career stage, and show signs of innovative and independent thinking. You will be encouraged to actively participate in the development of new and exciting curricula. 

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact Professor Damien Foster, d.foster1@aston.ac.uk.

 What we offer:

• Aston University is a 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 of 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.

The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job 

Further details:

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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.

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