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Academic Associate in Computer Science

Part Time Lecturer and Part Time PhD Study

Grade G (£33,739 - £38,825 p.a. pro rata)

18.5 hours a week, fixed-term for 5 years

About the Role

The Department of Computer Science at Nottingham Trent University (NTU) is seeking to appoint an enthusiastic and talented Academic Associate in Computer Science. The Academic Associates are expected to contribute to the academic activities of the department (0.5 FTE) and concurrently undertake a part-time doctoral training programme leading towards the award of PhD. The successful post holder will be awarded a contract, which intrinsically links their teaching and learning commitments with their individual research activities. The Academic Associates will be working and completing a PhD in one of the research areas including 1) Computational Intelligence 2) Interactive Systems 3) Pervasive Computing 4) Cognitive Computing 5) Cybersecurity.

About Us

The Department of Computer Science resides within the School of Science and Technology on the Clifton Campus of NTU and there are excellent collaborative opportunities with colleagues in other departments and research centres. NTU has a long and established history for delivering computing-related programmes.

Our Department of Computer Science combines internationally significant research with an outstanding record for teaching excellence. Our state-of-the-art facilities and career-focused approach to course design provide the right conditions for students to excel in their chosen fields.

The department has research strengths in Interactive Systems, Computational Intelligence, Pervasive Computing, and Cybersecurity, with active research groups breaking new ground in these fields.

Interview w/c 7th December 2026

Join Us

Please review the Job Description and Person Specification provided below. If you have any specific queries in relation to this position that the online information does not cover, then please contact: Professor Ahmad Lotfi, Head of Department of Computer Science, via CMPAdmin@ntu.ac.uk

If you are interested in this opportunity, alongside the online application, please complete a) a covering letter b) your CV c) a short statement (no more than one side of A4), outlining the topic you wish to research (or a research proposal). You may also identify potential supervisors for your research project. The shortlisted candidates will be required to deliver a 5-minute presentation about their proposed PhD research project.

Safe and Inclusive

At NTU, we continue to build an inclusive culture that encourages, supports and celebrates the diverse voices and experiences of our students and colleagues. By championing positive wellbeing, we promote an environment where all can thrive and reach their full potential. We welcome the unique contributions that you can bring and we encourage people from underrepresented communities and backgrounds to apply to join our team.

Please note that unfortunately, this role has been assessed as ineligible for sponsorship under the UK Visas & Immigration points-based immigration system however, we recommend that you assess your eligibility before applying for this position. For more information visit the Government Skilled Worker visa support page. However, applications are welcome from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK, but who would be eligible to obtain a valid visa via another route. Please consult the Home Office website for further information.

Please note that this role is covered by the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (1974) and successful applicants will be asked to declare any unspent criminal convictions.