Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Computer Science

School or department

School of Design

Line Manager

Subject Leader: Design

Grade

Ac3s / 8a Ac3a

Job Purpose

As a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Computer Science, the postholder will:

• Design and deliver content, and support and assess learning in Computer Science;
• Assist with curriculum planning and development;
• Contribute to academic research, knowledge exchange, and professional practice within the school and institution;
• Draw on existing networks and experience to facilitate third party relationships and industry insight opportunities.

Main duties and responsibilities

• To design and deliver teaching material and assess learners within Computer Science, and, where appropriate, in related areas in pursuit of the academic strategy of the School of Design.
• To contribute to pedagogical innovation, curriculum development and planning within the School in support of the institution’s teaching and learning strategy.
• To inform and enhance curriculum design and improve student experience.
• To engage in relevant research and scholarly activity in support of the University’s research and knowledge exchange strategy.
• To seek external funding for this activity and help develop ideas for new revenue streams.
• To participate in and contribute to internal/external networks, engage with the relevant academic communities and build productive relationships with industrial bodies, professional associations, employers and practitioners as appropriate.
• To ensure that responsibilities identified within internal processes, QAA codes of practice, HEFCE guidelines, etc. are robustly met.
• To undertake administrative duties associated with the normal planning and operational procedures of the department and school.
• To undertake recruitment, publicity and promotional activities in the interest of the School and University.
• To contribute to the range of other professional responsibilities shared by tutors within the School.
• Where appropriate, to mentor colleagues with less experience, advising on their personal development.
• To carry out any other duties commensurate with the grade and scope of the post.