Senior Lecturer in Computer Science (Digital Forensics)

Education and Scholarship

Grade 9

Salary range £57,696 - £66,857 

The Opportunity

The School of Computer Science and Mathematics offers a successful range of BSc, Integrated Masters and MSc programmes in Computer Science, Data Science and Mathematics, including various specialisms at BSc and MSc level. Enhancing Keele’s strength in Forensic Science, a BSc in Computer Science (Digital Forensics) was added to our portfolio in autumn 2023, and we are seeking to appoint a teaching-focused academic who will have a key role in leading and delivering this programme.

We invite applications from talented and enthusiastic experts in Digital Forensics who are passionate about delivering excellent teaching and student support. The ideal candidate will have a background in Computer Science, significant experience in designing, delivering and assessing taught modules and individual student projects in Higher Education, with a specific focus on Digital Forensics, as well as experience in programme design and academic administration. An established track record of obtaining funding or publishing results in relation to scholarship activities would further strengthen the application. However, we will also consider applicants who have acquired their experience outside academia.

The Benefits

The University recognises that its success depends upon the contribution and dedication of its talented staff. In return, we have a competitive benefits package available, including:  

• Competitive rate of pay with annual increments within the grade  
• Generous annual leave entitlement with opportunities to purchase additional leave  
• Excellent staff pension scheme   
• Access to continued personal, professional and career development   
• On site ‘outstanding’ nursery    
• Discounted health & fitness facilities on site  
• Discounts at University catering outlets with Keele Card   

Please note that the starting salary will typically be at the bottom of the pay scale shown above.

The University is committed to operating flexible working practices wherever possible.  

The University

Keele University is renowned for its exciting approach to higher education, innovative research, beautiful campus, strong community spirit and excellent student experience. With a turnover in excess of £170 million, over 12,500 students and a total staff of approximately 2000, the University provides high quality teaching across a wide range of academic and vocational subjects and promotes world-class research. Further information can be found at https://www.keele.ac.uk/about/

Keele University values equality and diversity across our workforce and to ensuring our staff community is reflective of the diversity of our student population. In support of these commitments the University welcomes applications from individuals of Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds for all roles.

How to Apply

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Informal enquiries may be addressed to Prof. Daniel Reidenbach, d.reidenbach@keele.ac.uk. Applications to this address will not be accepted.

Closing Date: 28^th April 2024

Interviews will be held on: 17^th May 2024

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