Teaching Fellow in Computer Science

Vacancy terms: Full-time or job share, permanent

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

The University of Leicester is seeking a Teaching Fellow in Computer Science to join our School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences. This is an exciting opportunity to deliver high-quality teaching in areas including computer science, software engineering, and information security at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will contribute to lectures, tutorials, and project supervision, while fostering a positive and inclusive environment that prioritises student success.

You will also play a key role in curriculum development, assessment, and the continuous enhancement of our programmes. This role is central to advancing the university’s mission of being impactful, inclusive, and inspiring in all aspects of its teaching and learning environment.

About you

We are looking for a candidate with a passion for teaching and providing a great experience to our students. You will have a PhD (or be near completion) in computer science, software engineering, information security, or a related discipline. Experience in supporting high-quality teaching and fostering productive relationships with students and colleagues is essential.

You will be able to teach and supervise across core and applied areas of computer science and will demonstrate flexibility and enthusiasm. Experience with digital learning environments like Blackboard or Moodle is desirable, as is a record of delivering lectures, assessments, and lab sessions. Strong communication, teamwork, and interpersonal skills are key to this role, as is a willingness to contribute to the wider life of the university.

Additional information

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr Emmanuel Tadjouddine on +44 116 223 1368 or emt12@leicester.ac.uk.

We anticipate that interviews will take place on 12 February 2025.

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Advert closes midnight on: 12 January 2025

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