Assistant Professor in Computer Science

Location: India, University of Liverpool – India Campus, Bengaluru

Reports to:  Associate Dean (Head of Department), India Campus, Bengaluru

Role overview and University context: 

We are seeking a forward-thinking Assistant Professor to join the founding academic team at the University of Liverpool’s India Campus. In this exciting role, you will not only contribute to world class teaching and academic delivery but also play a vital part in shaping a cutting edge, learner centric environment that mirrors the academic excellence of the Liverpool campus.

As an Assistant Professor, you will be expected to bring academic rigor, a student first mindset, and a bold, future ready approach to teaching and learning excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Why Join Us?

This is the chance to be part of a once in a generation opportunity to build a globally recognised university in India, backed by the heritage and academic strength of the University of Liverpool. Shape minds, influence futures, and reimagine higher education for tomorrow.  

To apply: Please email the following to jobs@liverpool.ac.uk:

• CV
• cover letter showing how you meet the criteria
• a research and teaching statement detailing your accomplishments over the last three years (This R&T Statement should not exceed 2 pages of A4). 
• Copies of your certificates/qualifications  
• Please include the role title you are applying for in the subject box of the email.

Commitment to Diversity 

We are committed to enhancing workforce diversity and seek to attract, develop and retain colleagues with diverse backgrounds and perspectives.

Salary will be commensurate with the appointee’s accomplishments, potential, and the academic rank of the appointment.

Assistant Professor Computer Science

The primary purpose of this role is to contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate Computing Science programmes at the University of Liverpool’s India Campus, while actively engaging in research aligned with the University’s strategic focus on Data and Artificial Intelligence. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to collaborate across disciplines and with industry, contributing to the University's research vision. Applicants with research expertise in areas such as autonomous agents, natural language generation and computational linguistics, machine learning, AI in education, generative AI, cybersecurity, human-centred computing and related fields are especially encouraged to apply.

Key responsibilities and duties:  Teaching and Administrative

• To contribute to the design, development, delivery, assessment, and administration of undergraduate and postgraduate courses offered.
• To provide academic supervision for undergraduate dissertations and MSc. project work.
• To supervise and support students directly, identifying learning needs, defining learning objectives, and maintaining a high standard of academic guidance and mentorship.
• To engage with innovative, inclusive, and modern pedagogical approaches, implementing best practices in university teaching and learning.
• To contribute to ongoing curriculum enhancement, ensuring alignment with international academic standards, research advancements, and evolving industry needs.
• To undertake academic and administrative duties as assigned by your academic line manager.
• To participate actively in the development and delivery of the School’s strategic and operational objectives.

Research

• To conduct cutting edge research in field of Computer Science closely related to our core research and interdisciplinary research strengths within agent-based research, machine learning, cybersecurity and privacy, natural language generation, human-centred computing and data science.
• Develop collaborative research links with our academic staff in our home campus in Liverpool.
• To prepare and submit manuscripts for publications in leading international conferences and journals.
• To prepare and submit grant applications for externally funded research support.
• Develop engagement with external partners, including industry, NGOs, local and national government.
• Take responsibility for the supervision and training of postgraduate research students.

In addition to the above, all University of Liverpool, India – Bengaluru staff are required to: 

• Adhere to all University policies and procedures, completing all obligatory training and induction modules, including Equality & Diversity and Health & Safety.
• Respect confidentiality: all confidential information should be kept in confidence and not released to unauthorised persons.
• Participate in the University’s Professional Development Review scheme and take a proactive approach to own professional development.
• Demonstrate customer service excellence in dealing with all stakeholders.
• Embody and uphold the University’s Vision and Values.

About you

Experience

Essential

1. Track record of teaching excellence at undergraduate and postgraduate levels, with the ability to engage, inspire, and support diverse student cohorts.

Education, qualifications and training

Essential

1. Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field, with ideally a minimum of 2–10 years of academic delivery, including significant contributions to both undergraduate and postgraduate education. 

Desirable

1. Be able to demonstrate the ability to develop a high-quality research.

Skills, general and specialist Knowledge

Essential

1. Proven ability to design, develop, and deliver high quality course materials in Computing Science, demonstrating pedagogical effectiveness and curriculum alignment.
2. Active engagement with subject specific pedagogic research or educational networks, reflecting a commitment to continuous improvement and evidence-based teaching practices. 

Personal attributes

Essential

1. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and contribute effectively to departmental and institutional goals.

About us

Established in 1881, we are an internationally renowned Russell Group university recognised for our high quality teaching and research. We are consistently ranked as one of the best universities both nationally and globally, and the majority of our research is rated world leading or internationally excellent. Find out more about us.

Right to work 

We have a legal responsibility to ensure that you have the right to work in India before you can start working for us.  If you do not have the right to work in India already, any offer of employment we make to you will be conditional upon you gaining it. 

Disabilities and alternative formats   

If you have any other requirements which will help you access the application or interview process or employment opportunities at the University, or if you require copies documentation in alternative formats, please email: jobs@liverpool.ac.uk or telephone 0151 794 6771.