Lecturer in Computer Science

Full time, permanent contract

Closing date: 23:59 on 29/06/2026

Interview date: to be confirmed

By reference to the applicable SOC code for this role, sponsorship may be possible under the Skilled Worker Route. Applicants wishing to consider the SWR must ensure that they are able to meet the points requirement before applying. There is further information about this on the UK Visas and Immigration Website.

We are seeking to appoint a permanent Lecturer in Computer Science to strengthen teaching, research, and industry engagement in the rapidly evolving field of Artificial Intelligence (AI). The Lecturer in Computer Science, with a specialisation in AI, will contribute to the design and delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate programmes, support curriculum innovation aligned with emerging technologies and industry needs, and undertake high-quality research and scholarly activity in AI and related areas.

You will have:

• A PhD in computer science or closely related fields.
• Excellent research publications of international standing on Computer Science with Artificial Intelligence
• Comprehensive knowledge of core principles and fundamentals of computer science to teach effectively across the undergraduate and postgraduate curriculum
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• Ability to develop original teaching materials and methods
• Effective team member with the ability to contribute positively to collaborative teaching efforts, collegial professionalism and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively and collaboratively within the Department and the broader University community.

Informal contact details

Contact Name: Lily Sun

Contact Job Title: Acting Head of Department

Contact Email address: lily.sun@reading.ac.uk 

Alternative Contact Name: James Ferryman

Alternative Contact Job Title: Research Lead 

Alternative Contact Email address: j.m.ferryman@reading.ac.uk

The University is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter and the Race Equality Charter, and champions LGBT+ equality.

We are a Disability Confident Employer (Level 2). Applications for job-share, part-time and flexible working arrangements are welcomed and will be considered in line with business needs.

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