Lecturer / Senior Lecturer Computer Science

University of Law; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

An esteemed educational institution in Leeds seeks a Lecturer in Computer Science to deliver high-quality teaching and support. Applicants should have substantial expertise in software engineering, cyber security, or networking, along with undergraduate qualifications. The role ensures involvement in curriculum development and student mentorship, making it an exciting opportunity in a supportive academic environment.

Benefits

35 days annual leave

Private Medical Scheme

Contributory Pension Scheme

Professional development opportunities

Season Ticket Loans

Qualifications

• Sufficient breadth of professional experience to develop teaching programmes.
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or willingness to work towards it.
• Relevant teaching qualification or willingness to work towards PGCHE.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high quality teaching and support for learning.
• Develop content and structure for modules.
• Communicate complex ideas to students.
• Act as module tutor and academic coach.

Skills

Teaching experience

Expertise in software engineering

Expertise in cyber security

Expertise in networking

Education

Undergraduate degree in a relevant subject

Postgraduate qualification for Senior Lecturer

Job description

Overview

At The University of Law, we\'re passionate about delivering an outstanding academic experience and equipping our students with the skills to thrive in the digital age. We\'re looking for an inspiring and knowledgeable Lecturer in Computer Science to join our dynamic and supportive academic team in Leeds. Whether you\'re already working in higher education or are an industry professional with a strong academic background, this is an exciting opportunity to share your expertise and be part of a university that\'s redefining what it means to be career ready. Reporting into our Head of Computer Science, you\'ll play a key role in guiding students through core computing concepts and emerging technologies, providing an exceptional learning experience that\'s both academically rigorous and industry relevant. We welcome applicants from all areas of computing and are particularly keen to hear from candidates with expertise in software engineering, cyber security or networking.

Responsibilities

As our Computer Science Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer, you will:

• Deliver high quality teaching and support for learning, including communication with other academics for the continuous improvement of teaching and student support
• Identify the need for developing the content, structure, assessment within modules with colleagues and make proposals on how this should be achieved
• Contribute to effective design and review of inclusive learning. Maintain quality standards and regulations in curricular and assessment design
• Routinely communicate complex and conceptual ideas to those with limited knowledge and understanding as well as to peers using high level skills
• Act as a module tutor, academic coach and sign-post students on pastoral aspects during their learning journey

Is this you?

• Sufficient breadth and depth of professional experience in the relevant discipline to develop teaching programmes and learning support
• Professional, credible, commands respect

Requirements

Requirements for Lecturer positions

• Undergraduate degree or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA) or equivalent or willingness to work towards*
• Relevant teaching qualification or willingness to work towards PGCHE*

* Please note that if you do not currently hold this, it is a requirement of the University that you will enrol into the programme (delivered and financially supported by the University), usually within 12 months of passing probation. Successful completion/ qualification is essential to this role.

Requirements for Senior Lecturer positions

• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent in a relevant subject
• Fellowship of Advance HE (HEA)
• Relevant teaching qualification

For Senior Lecturers you will have developed significant expertise in: Application and practical delivery of a range of teaching techniques, pastoral care, mentoring colleagues, assessments and marking, team leadership.

Salary and Benefits

Closing date for applications is 17th October 2025. On top of a salary of Lecturer £40,250 - £42,250 & Senior Lecturer: £48,000 - £53,000, you will enjoy:

• We provide a generous annual leave entitlement of 35 days
• Private Medical Scheme and Life Assurance
• Contributory Pension Scheme
• Opportunity for professional development, including course sponsorship and fee discounts
• Season Ticket Loans and Student Discounts

Be part of a diverse and inclusive community

We are committed to ensuring our workforce is reflective of our diverse student population. We actively seek to increase representation across all backgrounds and identities, and we provide support and adjustments throughout the recruitment process.

How to apply

For more information, please contact [e-mail]. Closing date is 17th October 2025. Please visit our careers site for details: https://careers.law.ac.uk/ or contact [e-mail].

Please note: For this opportunity, you must be able to prove you have the right to work in the UK — if in doubt please visit GOV.UK\'s Employers\' right to work checklist. We are not a licensed sponsor. Some posts within the University are subject to a DBS check; you will be notified of this during the application process.