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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Computer Science (Cyber and Networking)

Oxford Brookes University
Oxford, South East England, United Kingdom
3 days ago
£41 – £58 pa

Salary

£41 – £58 pa

Job Type
Permanent
Work Pattern
Full-time
Work Location
On-site
Seniority
Senior
Education
Masters
Posted
21 May 2026 (3 days ago)

Benefits

Professional and friendly work environment Equality, diversity, and inclusion initiatives
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The School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics at Oxford Brookes University provides an intellectually stimulating, friendly and supportive environment in which to work and study. The School has recently embarked upon a new strategy that has seen an increase in student numbers, the introduction of new degrees, and the establishment of new international partnerships.

We have also recently secured significant funding from the Office for Students, which enabled us to enhance our resources to include our state-of-the-art virtual reality Multiview Cave, and Boston Dynamics robot dog, in addition to our ABB robots, Apple Vision Pro glasses, CISCO & Cyber Security labs, a deep learning computing suite, and cyber range server in development.

We are looking for an inspirational and talented colleague with expertise in Computer Science, with a specialism in Cyber Security and Computer Networking.

As an aspiring academic in Computer Science, we provide a unique opportunity to develop your career in these essential and expanding areas of teaching and research.

If you have the ambition, ability and passion to make a difference through your teaching and research, then join our team and become part of our vibrant community of educators and researchers!

You will be responsible for:

  • Providing teaching on relevant advanced modules on undergraduate and postgraduate Computing programmes
  • Supporting high levels of student achievement and high levels of student satisfaction
  • Assisting the Head of School in the day-to-day management of the School of Engineering, Computing and Mathematics

Please see Job Description for full duties.

You should have:

  • A postgraduate qualification in Computer Science or related discipline
  • A demonstrable track record of teaching excellence, and a proven track record in research/ scholarly activity
  • Excellent teamwork and communication skills.

Benefits

As one of the largest employers in Oxford we pride ourselves in the great experience we offer our staff. You’ll be joining a friendly, professional environment where every member of staff is recognised as important to our success.

Equality, diversity and inclusion

At Oxford Brookes, inclusivity is one of our five guiding principles: we take positive steps to create an environment in which we celebrate, value and provide equal opportunity to all. We are committed to recruiting from the widest possible pool and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who embrace our values, regardless of their background.

As a Disability Confident Employer we guarantee to interview any disabled applicant who meets the essential selection criteria.

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