Liverpool John Moores University
Job title:
Senior Lecturer or Senior Teaching Fellow Various Computing Disciplines
Company
Liverpool John Moores University
Job description
The School of Computer Science and Mathematics within the Faculty of Engineering and Technology seeks to appoint six positions to the post of Senior Lecturer or Senior Teaching Fellow in the following subject areas:Software EngineeringWe would particularly welcome applicants who have experience in cloud computing, data science, software design, software development, artificial intelligence, mobile or web development, embedded systems, software testing or databases.Computer Games DevelopmentWe particularly welcome applications from candidates with a demonstrable experience in software engineering for games and interests in Testing/Profiling in Game Engines / C++ (e.g. Unreal Insights), Physics, AI, Ludology, Animation, Procedural Content Generation, or Deferred Rendering.CybersecurityWe would particularly welcome applicants who have experience in Ethical Hacking, System Penetration, Secure Software Development, Information Security and Cryptography. Applicants skilled/certified in Ethical Hacking are strongly desired.Computer ScienceIdeally you will have a background in theoretical topics such as Algorithm design, analysis and application; Automata Theory; Complexity Theory, Formal Methods; Information Theory; Mathematics, Artificial Intelligence and Data Science or other computer science topics together with a practical focus in application and programming in various paradigms.The role will require delivery of undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in the School and the specific development of the areas listed to ensure our curriculum is up-to-date and meeting the needs of employers and applicants. You will also be expected to make broad contributions to the academic work of the School of Computer Science and Mathematics in the fields of computing and computer science. In addition, you may contribute to the development and delivery of outreach and engagement initiatives as well as interdisciplinary project areas. You are likely to have a background in a relevant area with a PhD in a related subject and/or relevant professional experience from industry.The university has created a new academic career pathway for staff in academic roles. The structure focuses on career pathways, these being:
- Academic – members of staff whose responsibilities encompass both discipline-based research and teaching and learning.
- Academic, Teaching & Learning – members of staff whose responsibilities are primarily teaching-focused, including pedagogic research.
The new pathways have been designed to ensure that academic strengths whether in research, scholarship, teaching, the wider student experience, leadership or innovation and engagement, are all appropriately recognised, developed, valued, and rewarded.They reflect parity in progression and reward in recognition of these contributions and they enable individuals to focus on and be supported in their professional development and practice during the course of their career.You should apply against the job description that they feel best reflects their strengths and expertise. On appointment, assignment to the appropriate pathway and job description will be based on the successful candidate’s experience and academic strengths.Informal enquires can be made to Dr Mike Riley (Interim School Director) at or Dr Martin Hanneghan (Subject Head) atIn return, we offer an excellent benefits package including generous annual leave entitlement, pension scheme, induction and development support as well as family-friendly policies.This is an exciting time to join the university as we deliver the LJMU Strategy 2030 and its vision of LJMU as an inclusive civic university transforming lives and futures, by placing students at the heart of everything we do.If you feel that this is the role you have been looking for and your skills and experience can make a real difference at LJMU, we look forward to hearing from you.The School is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the career of Women in STEM (science, technology, engineering, mathematics) in higher education. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post and all appointments will be made on merit.Please note all of our vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.
Expected salary
£45585 – 56021 per year
Location
Liverpool
Job date
Sat, 17 Aug 2024 07:26:21 GMT
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