Teaching Fellow in Computer Science (Cyber Security)

Hours per week: 37.5

About the role

The School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences at the University of Leicester is seeking to appoint a Teaching Fellow in Computer Science to contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. The role focuses on teaching within computer science, software engineering and cyber security, supporting large student cohorts through lectures, tutorials and practical sessions, and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate project work. You will also act as a personal tutor, providing academic guidance and supporting students throughout their studies. 

Alongside teaching, you will contribute to the ongoing development of course materials, assessment and marking, and will engage with course review and quality assurance processes. You will work closely with colleagues within the School and across the University, share effective teaching practice, and participate in committees and academic activities as required. The role also supports continued professional development, including working towards Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy, within a research-informed teaching environment.

About you

You will have completed a PhD by October 2026 in computer science or a closely related discipline, or have equivalent industry experience. You will bring experience of supporting high-quality teaching in higher education and demonstrate the ability to teach and supervise students across core and applied areas of computer science and information security. Strong written and verbal communication skills are essential, along with the ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a team.

You will show enthusiasm for developing engaging curricula and supporting student learning, with the flexibility to take on a range of academic responsibilities. Experience of delivering lectures, tutorials, assessments and laboratory sessions, as well as familiarity with digital learning environments such as Blackboard or Moodle, would be advantageous. A commitment to professional development and contributing positively to the academic life of the School and the wider University is expected.

Additional information

Informal enquiries are welcome and can be made to Professor Richard Craggs on rc340@leicester.ac.uk

The University of Leicester has been changing the world, and changing people’s lives, for 100 years. When you join us, you’ll become part of a community of Citizens of Change, which includes not only our staff and our current students but also thousands of Leicester graduates around the world.

As a diverse and forward-thinking employer, we embed the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion into everything we do. That includes not just our core missions of teaching and research, but also our support for staff, students and our local community through our values of Inspiring, Impactful and Inclusive.

We’re committed to the wellbeing of all our staff and to the sustainability of our environment, on our campus and beyond. We offer a competitive salary package, excellent pension scheme and a generous annual leave allowance, along with opportunities to develop your career in a supportive and collaborative environment.

Advert closes midnight on: 21 June 2026

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