Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science

The Role

We seek to appoint a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science with significant competence in applications of artificial intelligence or machine learning. Applicants should have a track record of publications and academic achievement to complement the research in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics, and the ability to lead teaching and research in Computer Science and AI, broadly, including topics in natural language processing, computer vision or entrepreneurship in these areas.

Applicants should have the ability to motivate and support students in realising their potential and achieving competitive skills through creative, problem-centred approaches to learning, teaching and assessment. This is a career-defining opportunity and we seek to appoint someone who will extend the School’s research and teaching expertise, seeing projects through their entire lifecycle, from proposals to publications, thereby strengthening the culture in the School.

The Person

An effective communicator, you will hold a PhD in Computer Science or closely-related area and an appropriate HE teaching qualification, such as FHEA. You will take a lead in learning and teaching and participate in the development of courses, from foundations to masters. You will make a strong contribution to the profile of the School through demonstrable excellence and leadership in research and teaching. Constantly seeking to improve, you will scrutinise your own work, build networks, and work collaboratively to enhance the faculty’s reputation. You will work with a team of talented lecturers to deliver vibrant, relevant education to your students, using a variety of technologies and approaches to develop their Future Skills.

The School is a close-knit group of academics with strengths in broad computing education, exemplified by its NCSC-recognised MSc, and research in AI, computer vision and machine learning. We offer high-quality courses focused on applied computer science, cybersecurity, games and digital media, reflecting the needs of business and industry.

The Faculty

The Faculty of Engineering, Computing & the Environment (ECE) is among the most diverse in the UK, offering a wide range of subjects that encourage cross-discipline innovation. Our academics are experts, deeply engaged in research, which they bring into their teaching.

Further information

This is a full time, permanent position with a starting salary of £44,404 per annum for a Lecturer or £49,468 per annum for a Senior Lecturer depending on the skills and experience of the successful applicant.

In person interviews are expected to be held on 14th July 2025.

For informal enquiries, please contact Dr James Denholm-Price, Head of Department, Computer Science.

Bring your true self, expertise, and passion to Kingston where we are continuing to strive to build a university where authentic inclusion and belonging is at its heart. Every one of our staff and students’ identities, backgrounds and diverse experiences makes us who we are - so harness and embrace yours by applying today. We welcome applications from Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic backgrounds, LGBTQ+ communities and those with disabilities.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006. Where required, this may include entry clearance or continued leave to remain under the Points Based Immigration Scheme. 

To apply click on ‘Apply Now’. If, for accessibility reasons, you need to apply in an alternative format, please email jobs@kingston.ac.uk or call the HR Shared Services team on 020 8417 3118.

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