Professor of Computing Science, Natural & Computing Sciences (NCS265A)

Society for Energy Transition; Natural Bridge (NY); On-site; USD 94,000 - 106,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Aberdeen, in the Department of Computing Science, invites applications for a Professor in Computing Science to provide strategic academic and research leadership. The role welcomes researchers with international standing and offers a chance to shape the department's future and research profile, including NLP as an area of interest.

Salary is placed on Grade 9, £70,878.00–£79,752.00 per annum, with placement according to qualifications and experience; closing date is 19 November

Qualifications

• Provide strategic academic and research leadership within the Department of Computing Science.
• Internationally recognised researcher with leadership potential in computing science.
• Experience or interest in Natural Language Processing (NLP) is welcomed.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic academic and research leadership for the department and contribute to its growth.
• Shape the future direction of the department and strengthen its research profile.
• Contribute to both teaching and research activities in Aberdeen.

Job description

School/Section Natural & Computing Sciences Division Computing Science Staff Category Academic Position Type Full Time Grade Grade 9 Salary £70,878 - £79,752 Ref No NCS265A Closing Date 19-NOV-2026 Documents

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Job Description

The Department of Computing Science, within the School of Natural and Computing Sciences at the University of Aberdeen, seeks to appoint a Professor in Computing Science to provide strategic academic and research leadership. This is an opportunity for an internationally recognised researcher to play a significant role in shaping the future direction of the Department, strengthening its research profile and contributing to its continued growth and development.

While Natural Language Processing (NLP) is an area of particular interest, we welcome applications from outstanding researchers across Computing Science whose expertise would contribute to the Department's research ambitions.

Salary will be at the appropriate point on Grade 9, £70,878.00 - £79,752.00 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Dr Debbie Meharg, Head of Computing Science, e-mail: [e-mail].

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: [e-mail]) for further information.

Please include a cover letter with your application, noting how you meet the person specification and how you will contribute to both teaching and research in Aberdeen.

To apply online for this position visit https://www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs.

Job Reference Number: NCS265A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 19 November 2026.

The School of Natural and Computing Sciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team ([e-mail]) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.