Assistant Professor in Computer Science

Fixed term for 3 years

Introduction

The University of Southampton Malaysia (UoSM) is an international branch campus of the University of Southampton, a founding member of the UK's Russell Group and consistently ranked among the world's leading universities. UoSM delivers high-quality British education in Malaysia, offering programmes across Business, Engineering and Computer Science.

We are now at a defining moment in UoSM's journey. Guided by our ambitious Growth Strategy, we are reimagining the University not merely as a branch campus, but as a beacon of British higher education excellence in Malaysia and the wider region. At the heart of this transformation is the Triple Helix model of Education, Research and Knowledge Exchange & Enterprise, integrating high-quality teaching, world-class research and active collaboration with industry, government and communities to deliver tangible societal and economic impact.

The role

As part of our ambitious growth strategy, we are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor in Computer Science to support the continued growth of our Computer Science portfolio within the School of Electronics and Computer Science, including undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

The successful candidate will contribute to the delivery of high-quality teaching across areas such as Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Data Management, Natural Language Processing, Cloud Computing and related computing disciplines. They will also contribute to curriculum development, student supervision, research activities and the wider academic life of the School.

This role requires an educator and researcher committed to delivering engaging, innovative and student-centred learning experiences while advancing research excellence. Responsibilities include teaching, assessment design, supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate projects, curriculum enhancement, scholarly activity and collaboration with industry partners.

About you

We particularly welcome applications from candidates with expertise in Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, Data Science, Cloud Computing or related Computer Science disciplines, and experience applying these technologies to real-world challenges.

Essential requirements

• PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• Experience of teaching in higher education.
• Evidence of research activity and scholarly publication.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to contribute to curriculum development and student success.
• Commitment to collaborative working and inclusive academic practice.

Desirable requirements

• Experience in research funding and grant applications.
• Knowledge of Malaysian higher education regulatory frameworks (MQA and MOHE).
• Relevant industry experience in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science or related fields.

At UoSM, we are committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Guided by our values of Safety, Respect and Growth, we foster an inclusive culture where people feel valued and empowered to bring their whole selves to work. We support our staff through generous leave, additional University closure days and flexible working arrangements where appropriate.

If you are enthusiastic about shaping the future of Computer Science education at a globally recognised institution, we welcome your application.

Applications will be considered in accordance with the University's recruitment and selection procedures.

Please submit one (1) PDF document containing a cover letter addressing the key responsibilities and requirements, together with an up-to-date CV, to jobs.uosm@southampton.ac.uk (via the ‘Apply’ button above).

Applications must be received by midnight on 21^st August 2026.

Further details:

• Job Description and Person Specification

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and welcome applicants who supports our mission of inclusivity.

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