Associate Lecturer in Computer Science and Applied Computing

London Metropolitan University; City Of London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading educational institution is seeking dynamic Associate Lecturers to join their School of Computing and Digital Media. The role involves delivering engaging teaching and supporting students in various computing areas. Applicants should have a strong academic background and a postgraduate qualification. Teaching experience is desirable but not essential, making this an excellent opportunity for passionate educators. The position offers an hourly pay rate of £54.28 and is fixed-term until 31 October 2026.

Qualifications

• Strong academic or industry background in one of the subject areas.
• Ability to inspire and motivate students from diverse backgrounds.
• Prior teaching experience in higher education is desirable but not essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging and industry-relevant teaching.
• Support students' learning through practical and theoretical sessions.
• Contribute to assessment and feedback.

Skills

Digital Forensics

Cyber Security

Data Science

Software Engineering

Computer Science

Games Programming

Education

Postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional experience

PhD or progress toward one

Job description

Overview

Post: Associate Lecturers

Rate of Pay: Associate Lecturer Rate A (£54.28 per hour)

Fixed-term until: 31 October 2026

About the posts

We are seeking dynamic and knowledgeable hourly paid Associate Lecturers to join our School of Computing and Digital Media at London Metropolitan University.

We are particularly interested in candidates with expertise in one or more of the following areas:

• Digital Forensics
• Cyber Security
• Data Science
• Software Engineering
• Computer Science
• Games Programming

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to our innovative undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. You will be involved in delivering engaging and industry-relevant teaching, supporting students\' learning through practical and theoretical sessions, and contributing to assessment and feedback.

Successful candidates will have a strong academic or industry background in one of the subject areas above, with the ability to inspire and motivate students from diverse backgrounds. Prior teaching experience in higher education is desirable but not essential. A postgraduate qualification (or equivalent professional experience) is required, and a PhD or progress toward one would be advantageous.

How to apply

1. Please complete the online application in full.
2. All applicants are additionally asked to submit an equality and diversity statement of up to one page, articulating how you will contribute to making our University more inclusive and what they have previously done to advance equality.
3. If you wish to attach any additional documents such as a CV you may do so (please follow the instructions). Please note that we do not accept a CV on its own as a job application.

Applications are welcome from candidates with appropriate qualifications and experience.

If you would like to have an initial informal discussion about these roles, please contact the Dean of School, Chris Lane, via email at [e-mail]

If you have a query, or experience any difficulties with the application process, please contact us by email at: [e-mail] quoting the job reference number

Please note that successful candidates will be asked to provide evidence of their right to work in the UK and to complete a health assessment before they start work. Offers of employment are also conditional on receipt of satisfactory references and proof of qualifications held.

At London Met we are building an institution aware of its purpose to drive not only individual social mobility but also broader community actualisation. We recognise that our diverse community is our greatest strength, and as such we strongly encourage applications from anyone who feels they are currently underrepresented within UK higher education. Read more about our diverse community and our commitments to inclusion and equality at: https://www.londonmet.ac.uk/about/equality-and-diversity/