Senior Lecturer in Computer Networks

Birmingham City University; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 58,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City University seeks a Senior Lecturer in Computer Networks, focusing on practice-led education and research in networking and cyber security. The position requires expertise in networking disciplines, a commitment to inclusive practices, and strong university-level teaching experience. Candidates with experience in cybersecurity and relevant certifications are encouraged to apply.

Qualifications

• Experience in university-level teaching required.
• Strong record of research publications needed.
• Professional certifications like Cisco CCNA/CCNP are an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Support teaching & learning for undergraduate and postgraduate modules.
• Engage in research, seek external funding, and publish in reputable venues.
• Contribute to curriculum design and subject leadership.

Skills

Networking

Cybersecurity

Cloud Computing

AI

Content Networking

IoT

SDN

NFV

Teaching

Communication

Education

PhD in Computer Science or related field

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Job Description

The full-time starting salary is normally £52,996.00 per annum, with progression available in post to £57,602.00 per annum.

Grade: USL

Full Time, Permanent

Birmingham City University invites applications for Senior Lecturer in Computer Networks to support and advance its growth in the networks and cyber security discipline.

The University focuses on practice-led, problem-based learning, providing access to cutting-edge facilities and real-world experience. Our staff are research active, and engaged externally, maintaining currency and strong links with industry, ensuring students are given an insight into the growing area of networking and networked systems to help them learn and succeed.

We are looking to recruit exceptional academic staff who are at the forefront of the networking discipline, believe in practice-based learning, demonstrate relevant knowledge and skills, possess exceptional communication skills, and are team players.

You will support teaching & learning for undergraduate and postgraduate modules, provide pastoral care to students, engage in research, and contribute to recruitment and outreach activities. You will develop and deliver engaging teaching and learning as part of the cybersecurity team, in various settings from tutorials to lectures. You will also set and mark assessments, providing timely and constructive feedback.

As a Senior Lecturer, you will contribute to subject leadership at module and course levels, managing teams to deliver student outcomes. You will also participate in curriculum design and development, aligning with market trends and innovations within the subject.

With an awareness of inclusive practices, you will provide pastoral support to students, helping them develop skills to meet industry demands in networking and networked systems.

You will explore and implement ways to improve teaching performance through reflection and feedback analysis. Engaging in research and enterprise activities, you will seek external funding and publish in reputable venues.

You should possess core networking skills in areas such as Content Networking, IoT, SDN, and NFV, with strong university-level teaching experience and a track record of research publications. Experience in developing research proposals for external funding is also desired. Candidates with expertise in Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, and AI are encouraged to apply. Membership of professional bodies, industry certifications (e.g., Cisco CCNA/CCNP), and professional registration (e.g., CITP, CEng) are advantageous.

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About Us

Our Strategy for 2030 and Beyond aims to enable students to transform their lives and realize their potential through education and research. Located in the heart of Birmingham, we have a heritage of innovation dating back to 1843. Our focus on STEAM, research, enterprise, and challenge-based learning reflects our commitment to societal transformation and interdisciplinary collaboration.