Lecturer in Computer Science (Education & Research)

Keele University; Keele; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based higher education institution is seeking a Lecturer to join the School of Computer Science and Mathematics. The successful candidate will develop engaging teaching and contribute to the research culture. Strong subject knowledge in computer science and teaching experience in higher education are needed. A generous benefits package is offered, including competitive pay, annual leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Competitive rate of pay with annual increments

Generous annual leave entitlement

Excellent staff pension scheme

Access to continued personal and professional development

On-site nursery

Discounted health & fitness facilities

Cycle to work scheme

Qualifications

• Strong subject knowledge in computer science is essential.
• Experience of teaching or demonstrating in higher education is required.
• Commitment to delivering an excellent student experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the development and delivery of engaging teaching.
• Support module delivery, assessment design, and curriculum enhancement.
• Supervise student projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute to the School’s research culture.

Skills

Strong subject knowledge in computer science

Experience of teaching in higher education

Commitment to student experience

Collaboration in academic environment

Job description

Full Time Indefinite

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an ambitious individual to join our supportive and growing team within the School of Computer Science and Mathematics as a Lecturer. The School delivers high-quality teaching and research across computer science, data science, mathematics, and aligned specialist areas.

The successful candidate will contribute to the development and delivery of engaging, research-informed teaching across our Computer Science programmes. You will support module delivery, assessment design, and curriculum enhancement, and will supervise student projects at undergraduate and postgraduate levels. You will also contribute to the School’s research culture through your own scholarly activity and collaborations.

You will have strong subject knowledge in computer science, experience of teaching or demonstrating in higher education, and a commitment to delivering an excellent student experience within a collaborative academic environment.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade (Keele Spine)
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave
• Excellent staff pension scheme
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site
• Cycle to work scheme (subject to eligibility)

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 13,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University is committed to the principles of the Athena Swan charter, and values equality and diversity across our workforce. We strive to ensure that our workforce is representative of broader society, and therefore, we encourage applications from women, who are currently under-represented in this area, while welcoming interest from all suitably qualified candidates.

How to Apply

For full post details and to find out more about working at Keele please visit: www.keele.ac.uk/vacancies

Keele University employees wishing to apply should login to Employee Self Service and click on the 'View current vacancies' link.

For informal enquiries may be addressed to Dr. Chris Hughes on [e-mail]. Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Interviews: 2 February 2026