Lecturer in Data Science and AI

The opportunity 

If you are an interdisciplinary academic with expertise in computer or data science, then this role offers a fantastic platform to further your career at a world-leading creative institution.

As an integral member of the course team, the Lecturer in Data Science and AI will play a key role in delivering and continually evolving our undergraduate and postgraduate courses in computer and data science. Your insight and specialist knowledge will ensure the curriculum reflects the latest research and developments in the field, while also encouraging innovative and critical approaches to data science education.

This is a position within a rapidly growing discipline that values innovation in both pedagogy and curriculum design. You will help students explore AI, data science and computer science through a creative and critical lens, equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to develop the next generation of AI technologies and data-driven services.

Beyond your teaching responsibilities, you will provide academic and pastoral support to a cohort of students, monitoring their progress and attendance and maintaining accurate records to support each student’s academic journey.

About you

We are seeking a committed academic practitioner with a background in computer or data science or a closely related discipline.

You should bring experience of teaching and assessment in a higher education environment or an equivalent setting, alongside a track record of research, professional practice, or knowledge exchange that contributes to the advancement of computer and data science.

You will also demonstrate excellent communication, organisational, and teamwork skills, as well as a creative and inclusive approach to teaching and academic practice.

We are UAL

University of the Arts London (UAL) generates and inspires the creativity the world needs for a better future. Since 1842, our colleges have been defining creative education. With curiosity, imagination and intent we make work which creates lasting change for people and our planet. London is core to who we are, a place where we meet and share ideas with people from different backgrounds and cultures.

Our creative network influences learning, culture, industry and society on a global scale. Our academics and practitioners deliver creative education and inspire new ways of thinking through research and innovation. We work with students at every level from pre-degree and short courses to postgraduate and online learning, enabling them to build the careers they want. Together, we are a community of makers, thinkers, pioneers and storytellers redesigning the future.

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Closing date: 6^th August 2025, 23:55.

UAL is committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments for all staff and students to work and learn – a university where we can be ourselves and reach our full potential. We offer a range of family friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements and Staff Support Networks. We welcome applicants from diverse backgrounds, including race, disability, age, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion and belief, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, and caring responsibility.

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