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Position overview

D iscipline

Computing

Faculty

Computing Mathematics Engineering & Natural Sciences (CoMENS)

London Devon House / Porter Soken (St Katherines Dock)

Full - Time ; Permanent

Assistant Professor (G8) 49469 to 57316 progressing to 60795 once in post.

The university supports staff maintaining a good work / life balance offer flexible working and parental leave opportunities an Employee Assistance Programme which provides free confidential advice on both home and work concerns as well as optional private medical insurance season ticket loans and being part of the cycle to work scheme.

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Line manager assigned within the Faculty of CoMENS

5th January 2026 or by arrangement

Northeastern University London invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Computer Science. The appointee will be teaching undergraduate and postgraduate students and provide service to the discipline in line with the evolving needs and aspirations of the Faculty and University. Appointments will be commensurate with experience and qualifications reflecting a record of demonstrated teaching and service excellence.

Core duties will include development and provision of innovative and inclusive teaching in relevant areas of Computer Science at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and professional service commensurate to career stage. Preference may be given to candidates with active interests in the relationship of Computer Science to one or more of the following areas: financial technologies, data-driven humanities and social sciences, cognitive science, information visualisation, machine learning and applied engineering.

Candidates will be considered across all areas of Computer Science. We are especially seeking exceptional educators whose teaching contributes to fundamental undergraduate and postgraduate courses in Computer Science including but not limited to:

• Advanced Python Programming
• Data Science
• Machine Learning

Opportunities for disciplinary and interdisciplinary teaching and scholarship abound: the Faculty of Computing Mathematics Engineering and Natural Sciences (CoMENS)’s grounding in humanics brings together computing engineering and natural sciences with humanities based on ground-breaking research and research-oriented teaching practices. While this position is primarily focused on Teaching & Scholarship we are supportive of candidates whose research demonstrably contributes to the faculty’s priority areas (namely next-generation software foundations of AI and human-centred AI).

We particularly encourage applications from those with an interest in innovative teaching learning and assessment; those with experience of supporting a wide variety of students; and those belonging to groups underrepresented in UK higher education. We are open to appointing on a reduced fraction / job-share basis subject to our business needs.

The Faculty of Computing Mathematics Engineering and Natural Sciences (CoMENS) is undergoing significant growth at Northeastern University London. It is home to four interdisciplinary undergraduate dual-degree (in UK and US) programmes in the areas of Data Science, Data Science and Politics, Computer Science and Business, and Computer Science and Philosophy; four postgraduate programs in the areas of AI Ethics, Data Science, Computer Science and Technology Leadership; and five degree apprenticeship programmes in the areas of AI Data Science Digital and Technology Solutions and Biosciences.

The CoMENS Faculty plays a major part in Northeastern University’s global experience programme offering undergraduate courses in Computer and Data Science Mathematics Engineering Physics Biology Chemistry and Healthcare striving to inspire and equip entering students to be outstanding scientists.

To undertake this role the following should apply; should you not have the experience below please do highlight where transferable skills would assist with you undertaking the role. Unless specified all criteria are considered essential.

Qualifications

• PhD completed or near completion (all but dissertation) or equivalent professional experience in a relevant area
• FHEA status or equivalent achieved or expected (desirable)

Key Criteria

• Demonstrates through evidence excellent ability to be adaptable innovative and inclusive in the role as advertised with regards to teaching and service
• Willingness and capacity to undertake continuous professional development in relation to institutionally strategic themes including but not limited to technology data sustainability and ethics
• Ability to develop excellent educational provision in areas with significant appeal to students including at postgraduate level and with a focus on experiential learning
• Flexibility and capacity to teach across a wide range of courses where appropriate in collaboration with specialists from other disciplines
• Teaching competency in Computer Science to Levels 4-7 (i.e. both undergraduate and postgraduate levels)
• Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills including presentation skills both face-to-face and online
• Excellent IT skills and evidence of supporting the integration of technologies into learning and teaching
• Excellent time-management and organisational skills

Additional Information

Informal enquiries may be made to Dr Fatemeh Parsa Head of Computing at or Dr Tobias Hartung Associate Director of Teaching and Learning at. However all applications must be made in accordance with the application process specified.

Applications should be made on Workday by the specified deadline.

Participation in the equal opportunities section is encouraged but voluntary. Applications must include a full curriculum vitae a cover letter that sets out concisely and in ways relevant to this role how the applicant meets the person specification criteria and a teaching statement (1 page maximum).

Please note this role may require an enhanced DBS check. Our organisation acknowledges the duty of care to safeguard protect and promote the welfare of our students and staff and is committed to ensuring safeguarding practice reflects statutory responsibilities government guidance and complies with best practice and Ofsted requirements. You must adhere to the above if you are offered a role with NU London.

Applications are welcome from all sections of the community and will be judged on merit alone. We welcome applications from underrepresented groups. Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

Job sponsorship. Visa sponsorship may be available for a successful candidate for this position.

Salary Range (G8) 49469 to 57316 progressing to 60795 once in post.

Northeastern University London (NU London) is a prestigious higher education institution based in the heart of London and is part of Northeastern University’s global campus network. Overlooking the River Thames near Tower Bridge NU London offers academically challenging educational programmes designed to inspire innovative thinking encourage interdisciplinary study and provide global experiences. The bright and modern campus offers award winning contemporary facilities for students and staff including state of the art audio visual technology in its teaching and meeting spaces.

Inspired by excellence infused with an energy of ideas and ability in motion at NU London being a part of our staff is to be a part of a collective of entrepreneurs and educators builders and London is growing quickly offering opportunity and growth for our staff. Currently hosting 1500 students our aim is to have 4000 students by 2028 / 29.

As well as the exciting opportunities this role presents the University supports staff maintaining a good work / life balance your health and wellness are of utmost importance to us and our offerings encompass :

25 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and winter break holidays (normally 2 days between Christmas and New Year).

Access to personalised Continuous Professional Development (CPD) plans and opportunities.

Support with private medical insurance.

Eye test reimbursement.

Cycle Scheme vouchers.

24 / 7 employee assistance / support via our Employee Assistance Programme.

Access to deals and discounts for food & shopping in the local area.

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Full-Time

Years

1

49469 - 57316