Assistant Professor (Education) in Data Science

London School of Economics and Political Science; London; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in London seeks an outstanding educator in data science. The role involves teaching computational aspects of data science through MSc and BSc programs. Candidates must have a strong track record in teaching, familiarity with modern data science tools, and excellent interpersonal skills. Competitive salary starting at £68,087 with additional benefits including a pension scheme.

Benefits

Occupational pension scheme

Excellent support and training opportunities

Qualifications

• Strong track record in teaching computer science.
• Experience or interest in modern data science tools.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.

Responsibilities

• Teach and manage MSc in Data Science and BSc in Economics and Data Science.
• Teach topics such as programming and databases.
• Incorporate real-world datasets in teaching.

Skills

Teaching computer science topics

Using real-world datasets

Utilizing modern data science software tools

Interpersonal skills

Job description

LSE is committed to building a diverse, equitable and truly inclusive university.

As an equal opportunities employer strongly committed to diversity and inclusion, we encourage applications from women and those of Minority Ethnic backgrounds as they are currently under-represented at this level in this area. All appointments will be made on merit or skill and experience relative to the role.

Salary is no less than £68,087 per annum and the salary scale can be found on the LSE website.

Overview

Applications are invited for this post from outstanding teachers in the field of data science, with a focus on computational aspects. The successful candidate will join a vibrant research and teaching environment in the Department of Statistics. Data science is a key priority area in the LSE 2030 strategy, offering exciting opportunities to create new initiatives, foster collaborations, and make a significant impact in this field. The postholder will contribute to the teaching and management of the MSc Data Science, the new BSc Economics and Data Science, and courses developed for other departments. The post is tenable from 1st September 2026.

Please note that this is an Education Career Track post. Candidates for these posts should have a proven track record of excellence in teaching and a strong commitment to education.

Responsibilities

• The postholder will contribute to the teaching and management of the MSc Data Science, the new BSc Economics and Data Science, and courses developed for other departments.
• Teach computer science courses on topics such as programming, databases, and distributed computation for processing large datasets and solving large-scale machine learning tasks at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
• Utilise modern data science software tools and technologies in teaching.
• Incorporate real-world datasets in teaching where appropriate.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and networking skills to collaborate with colleagues and students.

Qualifications

• A strong track record in teaching; ability to teach computer science topics (programming, databases, distributed computation) for undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Experience or interest in using real-world datasets in teaching.
• Experience or interest in using modern data science software tools and technologies.
• Excellent interpersonal and networking skills.
• Other criteria will be considered as part of shortlisting, as described in the person specification attached to the vacancy on the LSE online recruitment system.

Benefits and Additional Information

In addition to a competitive salary, benefits include an occupational pension scheme, a collegial environment and excellent support, training and development opportunities.

For further information about the post, please refer to the How to Apply document, the job description and the person specification.

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The closing date for receipt of applications is 14 December 2025 (23.59 UK time).

We are unable to accept any late applications.

From £68,087 per annum and the salary scale can be found on the LSE website.