Teaching Associate

Aston University; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Greater London is hiring a teaching associate in computer science to deliver modules in MSc Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, and Data Science programs. The role requires expertise in software engineering and AI, as well as strong communication skills. Candidates should hold a PhD in a relevant area. Collaboration with colleagues across campuses is essential for providing a consistent student experience. The position is based at the Aston University London Campus.

Qualifications

• Must hold a relevant PhD.
• Experience in teaching and curriculum development required.
• Ability to support diverse student needs.

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver modules for MSc Computer Science, AI, and Data Science.
• Collaborate with colleagues across campuses to ensure consistent teaching delivery.
• Support students in their academic practice.

Skills

Experience in software engineering

Knowledge of AI and Data Science

Strong communication skills

Education

PhD in a relevant field

Job description

The Aston School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies is looking for a teaching associate in computer science to support teaching in our London Campus. The teaching associates will be leading and delivering modules on our MSc Computer Science, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Data Science programmes. The Computer Science programme is focused on software engineering, with modules in Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Data Structures and Algorithms and Data Base Systems. The Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Programmes has modules in Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning as well as Machine Learning for AI and Data Science and Bayesian Theory and Data Analysis.

We are looking for an associate able collectively to cover the different modules on the programmes, mainly around AI and Data Science, as well as supporting others in their practice. The position will be based at the Aston University London Campus but will be expected to work closely with colleagues within the school to ensure a consistent practice and student experience across the two campuses. For more information on our new London Hub campus, please click here - Aston University launches London hub to shape future leaders in technology and business | Aston University London weighting is applicable only to successful candidates who live in London.

The salary being offered for this role is below the minimum threshold for required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they:

• Are under 26 years old
• Hold a PhD that is relevant to the role
• Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years
• Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before April 4th 2024