Developer - PromptGuard - (2 Developers required)

University of Portsmouth; Portsmouth; Hybrid; GBP 28,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary progression

Generous pension scheme

Leave entitlement 32–35 days + bank

Flexible working

Staff discounts and loyalty schemes

Staff car parking

Job summary

The University of Portsmouth is seeking two Developers for the PromptGuard project on a fixed-term, part-time basis (20 hours per week).

The role involves assisting with data collection and analysis, preparing the proof of concept for commercialisation, with hybrid working and some on-campus days in Portsmouth.

Interviews are planned for 23 October 2026; the contract ends 28 February 2027, with a competitive salary and extensive staff benefits.

Qualifications

• The role assists with collecting and analysing data using standard methods.
• Ability to contribute to developing the proof of concept for commercialisation.

Responsibilities

• Assist with collecting and analysing data using standard and well-defined methods.
• Develop the proof of concept required by the funder PromptGuard for commercialisation.
• Attend relevant team meetings and collaborate on development tasks.

Job description

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Job profile for Developer - PromptGuard - (2 Developers required)

Developer - PromptGuard - (2 Developers required)

location_on Portsmouth 20/10/2026 Developer - PromptGuard - (2 Developers required)

The job requirements are detailed below. Where applicable the skills, qualifications and memberships required for this job have also been included.

Job details

Salary £27,865 - £31,861 per annum pro rata Contractual hours 20 Basis Part-Time Job category/type Fixed Term - Part-Time Job reference REC00005488

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Job description

The University of Portsmouth is a global employer of choice where exceptional people create, share and apply knowledge that makes a difference. Experience the pride of being part of a select group – one of only four universities in the south-east of England to achieve a prestigious Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework. Additionally, we proudly rank among the top 140 universities globally in the Times Higher Young University World Rankings. Ambition, Responsibility and Openness drive our every endeavour. Join our esteemed institution with a proven track record of success, and where dedication to excellence is key. We want people to make their mark in a professional community that truly values people, innovation, and achievement.

The Role:

Working under close supervision of the research leader ultimately responsible for the project, (or group of studies), to assist with collecting and analysing data using standard and well-defined methods developed by others.

The research project involves: developing the proof of concept, as required by the funder PromptGuard, ready for commercialisation.

Whilst there is a need to be in Portsmouth a few days a week, hybrid working is available for this role. A flexible combination of remote and on-campus working can be agreed with the project lead according to development requirements. On-campus attendance will be required for relevant team meetings, collaborative development, testing, and demonstrations.

The working hours are 20 hours per week, with flexibility to increase depending on project needs and available funding.

The interviews are currently anticipated to be held on 23 October 2026.

This appointment is offered on a fixed-term contract until 28 February 2027. For internal candidates it may be possible to apply for this role under the Secondment Policy . If you wish to apply as a secondee, you must have approval of your line manager in advance of submitting your application form. Please confirm in your application that your line manager has approved this.

If you have any queries regarding this position, please contact Dr. Bander Al-rimy at [e-mail]

• Competitive salary, including incremental progression within your scale.
• Generous pension scheme.
• Generous leave entitlement of 32–35 days a year, plus bank holidays, and an additional Christmas closure.
• Family-friendly policies supporting flexible working.
• Staff discounts and loyalty schemes.
• Staff car parking and discounted public travel.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• Staff wellbeing programmes.
• Recreation facilities, including discounted gym membership, food on campus schemes, use of the Library and staff social activities.
• Discounted learning.
• Start-up business mentoring from expert entrepreneurs via our Entrepreneurs in Residence programme.
• The perks don't stop there - click 'apply' for further information on My Reward and Benefits

Salary Information New appointments will routinely be made to the entry spine point (minimum) for the advertised grade, from where the individual will (in addition to receiving annual cost-of-living-related increases) progress through the pay range to the maximum for the grade, within a reasonable timeframe. This ensures fairness, consistency and transparency in our pay structures. A higher starting salary or market supplement may be available for a truly exceptional candidate when circumstances fully justify a departure from our normal policy.

UKVI Statement Prior to submitting your application, kindly ensure that you can either demonstrate or acquire the necessary right to work in the UK. If you currently do not possess the right to work in the UK, please be aware that our offer of employment is conditional upon you obtaining it.

ED&I Statement: We are committed to upholding the University’s values of being ambitious, open and responsible, in an inclusive working environment that promotes dignity and respect. Please note that this vacancy may be closed earlier than advertised, so early applications are advised.

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