Academic Associate for Computer Science

York St John University; York and North Yorkshire; Presencial; GBP 35.000 - 41.000; A tiempo parcial

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Tuition fee waiver

Descripción de la vacante

York St John University invites applications for an Academic Associate in Computer Science. This four-year fixed-term, 18.5 hours per week role combines doctoral research with teaching experience and includes a tuition fee waiver.

Appointment contingent on acceptance to a PhD programme at York St John University. Applicants should hold a first-class or upper second-class honours degree, have completed their Masters, and demonstrate high English proficiency.

Formación

• First-class or upper second-class honours degree in a relevant discipline.
• Masters degree completed or all Masters assessments completed and marks confirmed before February 2027.
• High level of English proficiency sufficient for doctoral research, teaching, administration and communication.

Responsabilidades

• Undertake doctoral research under supervision while gaining teaching experience.
• Participate in teaching semesters with duties limited to six contact hours per week across two days.

Conocimientos

English proficiency

Educación

First-class or upper second‑class honours degree

Masters degree

Descripción del empleo

Introduction to YSJ university

York St John University is one of the UK’s fastest-growing universities and has launched a new strategy focused on widening educational opportunity, impactful research, and contributing to a fairer society and more prosperous region.

The School

Computer and Data Science is part of York Business School. Current undergraduate programmes include Computer Science, Cyber Security, and Data Science, with new AI‑related and other pathways planned for 2027. Teaching is informed by active research and professional practice, emphasising inclusive learning, employability, applied experience, and authentic assessment through industry partnerships.

Research strengths include:

• Cybersecurity
• Artificial Intelligence (AI)
• Machine Learning
• Data Analytics
• Internet of Things (IoT)
• Software Engineering
• Games and Games Technologies

The School maintains strong partnerships with industry to support collaborative projects, knowledge exchange, and real‑world learning opportunities.

The Role

York St John University seeks to appoint an Academic Associate in Computer Science or a related discipline. This four‑year fixed‑term position working 18.5 hours per week combines:

An appointment to this role will include a tuition fee waiver/scholarship.

A condition of the post is full‑time study.

Any appointment will be conditional upon acceptance to a PhD programme at York St John University.

Academic Associates undertake doctoral research under the supervision of the Computer and Data Science research team while gaining teaching experience. During teaching semesters, timetabled duties will not exceed six contact hours per week across two working days and may include seminars, workshops, and tutorials. Training and development opportunities are provided to support teaching skills and professional growth.

Requirements

• A first‑class or upper second‑class honours degree in a relevant discipline (or an equivalent overseas qualification).
• Applicants should have completed their Masters degree. Applications will also be accepted provided that all Masters assessment work is completed and marks confirmed before commencement of the PhD at York St John University in February 2027.
• A high level of English proficiency sufficient for doctoral research, teaching, administration, and effective communication.
• The University is committed to inclusion and will consider flexible working or job‑share requests. Appointment is subject to acceptance onto a PhD programme at York St John University.

Additional information

For general or supervision queries please contact Professor Theocharis Kyriacou – [e-mail].

Unfortunately this role is not eligible for Skilled Worker Visa sponsorship however we welcome your application if you are able to evidence right to work in the UK via an alternative route.

It is anticipated that the selection process will include an interview and presentation. Further details will be provided if you are shortlisted for interview.

Academic Associate for Computer Science

Company: York St John University

Salary: £35,302 to £40,704 per annum (£17,651 to £20,352 pro rata)

Hours: Part-time

Location: York, YO31 7EX

Working pattern: On‑site

Job type: Contract

Posting date: 3 Nov 2026

Closing date: 17 Nov 2026

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