Senior Lecturer in Computer Science
We are seeking to appoint a Senior Lecturer in Computer Science with expertise in Software Engineering to join our dynamic academic community and help shape the future of our computing programmes. We are particularly interested in candidates with strengths in software design and architecture, modern software development practices, requirements engineering, software testing and quality assurance, DevOps, cloud-based software systems, secure software engineering, or large-scale software development in industrial contexts.
Expertise & Focus Areas
* Software design and architecture
* Modern software development practices
* Requirements engineering
* Software testing and quality assurance
* DevOps
* Cloud-based software systems
* Secure software engineering
* Large-scale software development in industrial contexts
Responsibilities
* Deliver high-quality teaching across our undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
* Ensure that our Software Engineering curriculum remains current, relevant, and aligned with the needs of employers and the wider digital economy.
* Contribute to the broader academic life of the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences through curriculum development, research, enterprise, and knowledge exchange activities.
* Engage with industry and contribute to real‑world software projects, and support interdisciplinary initiatives, external partnerships, student projects, and outreach activities.
Qualifications
* Hold a relevant higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related discipline.
* Have experience teaching and supporting student learning in higher education or equivalent settings.
* Be able to develop engaging and innovative learning experiences that prepare students for contemporary software engineering roles.
* If not already holding, receive support in working toward a Postgraduate Certificate in Learning and Teaching in Higher Education or Fellowship of Advance HE (FHEA).
We strongly encourage applications from women and individuals from diverse backgrounds as we strive to promote inclusivity in our department. All appointments will be based on merit.
For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Silvester Czanner, Head of the School of Computer and Engineering Sciences, at s.czanner@chester.ac.uk.
Apply Online
To apply, please submit your application online.
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