Lecturer in Computer Science (Artificial Intelligence) - 2 Posts

Aston University has a very ambitious strategy in digital technologies, which benefits the school directly in both its research and teaching environments, providing exciting opportunities to develop one’s research and teaching career. 

The school is experiencing a period of growth in terms of research activity and student recruitment in the digital sciences: computer science, cyber security, artificial intelligence and data science. You will have an opportunity to carry out research either within the school’s environment, or within one of the University’s research centres or institutes, depending on the candidate’s interests. Centres and institutes include the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute (DFI) and the Aston Centre for Artificial Intelligence Research and Application (ACAIRA), but others may be of interest to specific candidates, who are encouraged to explore the University’s website for more information. Candidates with a strong interest in Natural Language Processing might also be interested in Aston’s Institute for Forensic Linguistics. 

You will be expected to have an excellent research track record, commensurate with their career stage, and show signs of innovative and independent thinking. You will also be encouraged to actively participate in the development of new and exciting curricula. 

For an informal discussion about this position, please contact Dr Harry Goldingay, h.j.goldingay1@aston.ac.uk.

What we offer:

• Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
• Excellent training and development opportunities.
• A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
• Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
• Great family-friendly policies.
• On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
• Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

This role may meet the requirements for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship.

If you require sponsorship, Aston University will assess eligibility if you are shortlisted for the role. 

Please note we are unable to confirm individual eligibility before shortlisting.

Click here for more information on Skilled Worker visa eligibility.

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