Reader

Job title:

Reader

Company

University of York

Job description

The Department of Computer Science is looking to make an appointment of a Senior Lecturer/Reader who will complement and enhance the research, industrial engagement and teaching strengths of our Automated Software Engineering group. With this appointment, we are seeking a person with capabilities to:

• Lead their own research initiatives
• Develop and teach courses in a range of software engineering topics and computer science more broadly, particularly core computer science
• Supervise undergraduate and MSc projects in software engineering
• Ability to work closely with industrial partners delivering both Continual Professional Development course and impactful research

Main Purpose of the Role

• To publish high impact research in quality journals, either as a sole author or in collaboration with others, and to devise, direct and develop research projects generating external research funding.
• To lead the design, development and delivery of a range of academic modules and ensure that design and delivery comply with the quality standards and regulations of the Department and University.

Skills, Experience and Qualification needed

• PhD in Computer Science or equivalent experience
• Demonstrate substantial intellectual distinction with a sustained contribution in research and scholarship, that bestows considerable external recognition
• Well-established national and international reputation in subject area
• Specific knowledge of automated software engineering (e.g. model-based development, automated testing, AI for software engineering) that would enable supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students and research staff
• Proven track record in research with publications in leading peer-reviewed journals and other publications or outputs appropriate to the subject
• Significant (invited or plenary) presentations at international conferences
• An extensive track record of teaching and learning in HE at undergraduate and postgraduate level or in a demonstrably similar context

Interview date: TBCFor informal enquiries: please contact Iain Bate at iain.bate@york.ac.ukThe University strives to be diverse and inclusive – a place where we can ALL be ourselves.We particularly encourage applications from people who identify as Black, Asian or from a Minority Ethnic background, who are underrepresented at the University.We also encourage applications from women for senior roles.We offer family friendly, flexible working arrangements, with forums and inclusive facilities to support our staff.

Expected salary

£57422 – 70579 per year

Location

York

Job date

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 08:10:18 GMT

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