Job Description
Location: Aston London
Salary: £37,999 to £45,163 per annum
Plus £4,500 London weighting, if applicable
Grade: Grade 08
Contract Type: Fixed Term (12 months)
Basis: Full Time
Closing Date: 23:59 GMT, Sunday 16 February 2025
Interview Date: Monday 03 March 2025
Reference: 0001-25
Release Date: Monday 03 February 2025
The Aston School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies is seeking two teaching associates in computer science to join our London campus. These associates will be responsible for leading and delivering modules within our MSc Computer Science, MSc Artificial Intelligence, and MSc Data Science programmes.
Our Computer Science programme focuses on software engineering and includes modules such as Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Data Structures and Algorithms, and Database Systems.
The Artificial Intelligence and Data Science programmes offer modules in Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning, Machine Learning for AI and Data Science, and Bayesian Theory and Data Analysis.
We are looking for two associates with complementary skills who can collectively cover various modules and support each other in their teaching practices.
Although the positions are based at the Aston University London Campus, candidates will be expected to collaborate with colleagues across both campuses to maintain consistent practices and provide an excellent student experience.
For more information on the new London Hub campus, visit: Aston University launches London hub
London weighting is applicable only to candidates who reside in London.
Please note, the salary for this role is below the minimum threshold required to sponsor new applicants via the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor candidates under the following conditions:
- Aged under 26
- Hold a relevant PhD
- Have held a Student or Graduate visa within the last 2 years
- Currently in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before April 4th, 2024
For further inquiries on Skilled Worker sponsorship eligibility, please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk.
For informal inquiries, please contact Professor Damien Foster, Head of the School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies, at d.foster1@aston.ac.uk.
Initial interviews will be conducted online and will include a teaching presentation.
Interview date: 3rd March 2025
Please visit Aston University’s website for more details and to apply online.
Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and encourages applications from all sections of the community. We promote equality and diversity and have strategies in place to ensure all colleagues feel confident and free to be themselves. For more information, visit: Inclusive Aston.
We value flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss available flexible working options.
If you require the job details or application form in an alternative format, please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk.