Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science

Kingston University; London; On-site; GBP 44,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in London seeks a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science to enhance its research and teaching capabilities in AI and machine learning. The successful candidate will be responsible for course development, student support, and contributing to a vibrant academic environment. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and the opportunity to work in a diverse and innovative faculty.

Qualifications

• Track record of publications and academic achievement.
• Ability to motivate and support students.
• Experience in course development from foundations to masters.

Responsibilities

• Lead teaching and research in Computer Science and AI.
• Participate in the development of courses.
• Contribute to the profile of the School through excellence in research and teaching.

Skills

Artificial Intelligence

Machine Learning

Natural Language Processing

Computer Vision

Entrepreneurship

Education

PhD in Computer Science or closely-related area

HE teaching qualification (e.g., FHEA)

Job description

We seek to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science with significant competence in applications of artificial intelligence or machine learning. Applicants should have a track record of publications and academic achievement to complement the research in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics, and the ability to lead teaching and research in Computer Science and AI, broadly, including topics in natural language processing, computer vision or entrepreneurship in these areas.

Applicants should have the ability to motivate and support students in realising their potential and achieving competitive skills through creative, problem-centred approaches to learning, teaching and assessment. This is a career-defining opportunity and we seek to appoint someone who will extend the School's research and teaching expertise, seeing projects through their entire lifecycle, from proposals to publications, thereby strengthening the culture in the School.

An effective communicator, you will hold a PhD in Computer Science or closely-related area and an appropriate HE teaching qualification, such as FHEA. You will take a lead in learning and teaching and participate in the development of courses, from foundations to masters. You will make a strong contribution to the profile of the School through demonstrable excellence and leadership in research and teaching. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work, build networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty's reputation. You will work with a team of talented lecturers to deliver vibrant, relevant education to your students, using a variety of technologies and approaches to develop their Future Skills .

The School is a close-knit group of academics with strengths in broad computing education, exemplified by its NCSC-recognised MSc, and research in AI, computer vision and machine learning. We offer high-quality courses focused on applied computer science, cybersecurity, games and digital media, reflecting the needs of business and industry. Our courses are strengthened by active collaborations with industry as well as educational and research partnerships. We combine innovative teaching, epitomised in our motto learning through making , with a strong research base, which this post will augment.

We are an Athena Swan silver award holder and are committed to providing a supportive working environment. We particularly encourage applications from candidates reflecting our diverse student cohort, please let us know if there is anything we can do to make this process better for you.

The Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment (ECE) is among the most diverse in the UK, offering a wide range of subjects that encourage cross-discipline innovation. Our academics are experts, deeply engaged in research, which they bring into their teaching. Our state-of-the-art facilities include specialised labs, a public outreach centre, a virtual reality centre, a rocket lab, flight and race simulators, a renewable energy lab, automotive and mechanical labs and new labs dedicated to electrical, electronic, and robotic engineering, along with an advanced design studio. This combination creates an ideal environment for practical learning for future engineers, and an exciting atmosphere for academic professionals.

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £44,404 per annum for a Lecturer or £49,468 per annum for a Senior Lecturer depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

In person interviews are expected to be held on 14th July 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr James Denholm-Price , Head of Department, Computer Science.