Associate Professor in Systems and Networks(UK Visa Sponsorship)

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January 2, 2026
Full Time Permanent
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Job Description

About UCL and the Department

University College London (UCL) is one of the world’s leading research-intensive universities, recognised globally for excellence in education, innovation, and societal impact. UCL is the largest recipient of Horizon 2020 research funding in Europe and has a long tradition of academic distinction.

The Department of Computer Science at UCL is internationally recognised for research leadership in systems, networking, artificial intelligence, security, and interdisciplinary computing. With more than 170 academic and teaching staff, the department is a hub for large-scale collaboration across engineering, medicine, mathematics, and the social sciences.

The department achieved outstanding results in the Research Excellence Framework (REF 2021), ranking first in England for research power and among the very top in the UK for overall research quality

About the Role

UCL invites applications for a permanent academic position in Systems and Networks, available at either Lecturer (Grade 8) or Associate Professor (Grade 9) level, depending on experience and track record.

This role is ideal for an academic with a strong foundation in computer systems and networking, who is motivated to contribute to world-leading research, deliver high-quality teaching, and play an active role in academic leadership and service.

The successful candidate will join a vibrant, collaborative department and contribute to both core computer science teaching and interdisciplinary research initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching and Education

  • Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in systems, networking, and related areas
  • Contribute to curriculum design and continuous programme development
  • Supervise undergraduate projects, MSc dissertations, and doctoral research students
  • Provide academic mentoring and pastoral support to students
  • Participate in assessment, feedback, and examination processes

Research and Scholarship

  • Conduct independent, high-quality research in systems and networking
  • Publish research outputs in leading international venues
  • Develop research proposals and secure external funding
  • Supervise PhD and research-degree students
  • Contribute to collaborative and interdisciplinary research activities

Academic Service and Engagement

  • Participate in departmental administration and leadership activities
  • Engage with the wider academic and professional communities
  • Contribute to knowledge exchange and public engagement initiatives
  • Research activity may align with national digital and infrastructure priorities, including secure digital systems and network resilience

Person Specification

Essential Criteria

  • PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline
  • Strong expertise in computer systems and networking
  • Evidence of high-quality research in computer science
  • Ability to contribute across undergraduate and postgraduate teaching programmes
  • Engagement with the international scholarly or professional community
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Desirable Criteria

  • Proven ability to attract research funding
  • Experience supervising PhD students
  • Contributions to interdisciplinary research
  • Leadership experience appropriate to career stage

Salary, Contract and Benefits

UCL offers a highly competitive reward and benefits package, including:

  • Competitive academic salary plus £20,000 annual market supplement
  • 41 days’ leave per year (including bank holidays and closure days)
  • Defined benefit CARE pension scheme
  • Option to purchase additional annual leave
  • Cycle to Work, season ticket, and immigration loan schemes
  • Relocation support for eligible appointments
  • On-site nursery and gym facilities
  • Enhanced family leave and wellbeing support
  • Employee assistance programme

Visa Sponsorship

This post meets the eligibility requirements for Skilled Worker and Global Talent visa sponsorship. UCL welcomes applications from international candidates who require immigration permission to work in the UK

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

UCL Computer Science is proud to be the first Computer Science department in the UK to hold an Athena SWAN Gold Award, recognising its sustained commitment to advancing gender equality.

UCL is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We actively encourage applications from individuals currently under-represented in academia, including people from Black, Asian and ethnic minority backgrounds, disabled people, and women at senior academic levels.

Our approach aligns with the principles of the Equality Act 2010

How to Apply

Applicants should submit the following documents:

  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Research statement (maximum six pages)
  • Teaching statement (maximum two pages)
  • Cover letter outlining interest and suitability
  • Names and contact details of three referees

Applications received by 18 January 2026 will receive full consideration, although the search may remain open until a suitable candidate is appointed.

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