Lecturer in Computer Science / Data Science

Grade 7a Salary Range £39,347 - £45,585

Grade 8 Salary Range £46,974 - £56,021

(Incremental progression)

The Opportunity

This post represents an exciting opportunity for an ambitious academic to join Keele’s School of Computer Science and Mathematics as a Lecturer. 

The School offers a successful range of BSc, Integrated Masters and MSc programmes in Computer Science, Data Science and Mathematics, including various specialisms at BSc and MSc level. 

The Computer Science unit of the School performs internationally leading research in Artificial Intelligence, Human Centred Computing, Future Systems, and Theoretical Computer Science. These areas are complemented by Mathematics research, including Applied and Computational Mathematics, Pure Mathematics, and Statistics. 

We welcome applications from talented and enthusiastic individuals who can enhance existing research strengths in Computer Science in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics and are passionate about delivering excellent teaching and student support. 

The ideal candidate will have an established track record in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning or Data Science, and the ability to collaborate with current members of the School in their areas of expertise. However, we will also consider other applicants who can complement our existing portfolio in Computer Science and have an outstanding research profile.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery    
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site  
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible. 

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

To apply online for this vacancy and for full post details and copies of job descriptions, please click on the 'Apply' button above. 

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Daniel Reidenbach via email on d.reidenbach@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted. 

Closing Date: 5^th January 2025

Interviews will be held on: 24^th January 2025

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