Lecturer/Senior Lecturer (CHR)

The Department of Computer Science wishes to appoint up to seven academics in Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning to strengthen our rapidly growing AI & Machine Learning Research Group. 

We are a highly collaborative team, working not only with other researchers in our department but across the university and beyond. The Department of Computer Science hosts the UKRI Centre for Doctoral Training in Accountable, Responsible and Transparent Artificial Intelligence (ART-AI), which brings together AI challenges across science, engineering, humanities and social sciences. Also hosted by the Department of Computer Science is the Centre for the Analysis of Motion, Entertainment Research and Applications (CAMERA), offering a range of exciting opportunities for AI research around virtual production, motion capture and volumetric capture. In addition to university and external HPC resources, the department has its own cloud service with over 80 GPUs.

As a department, we will offer you support and growth opportunities, including career mentoring, and opportunities to progress, manage and lead. We will help you to develop collaborations with regional, national and international application sector partners, for example in entertainment, sport, defence and healthcare. We will support the deepening of existing academic collaborations and the development of new ones. You will offer us a strong academic record and the ability and enthusiasm to create an engaging experience for our excellent students. 

The University of Bath is based on an attractive, single-site campus that facilitates interdisciplinary research. It is located on the edge of the World Heritage City of Bath and offers the lifestyle advantages of working and living in one of the most beautiful areas in the UK.

About the role

ResearchYou will work with colleagues, students and researchers to develop and publish papers. You will apply for research funding to support your ideas. You will find ways of making your research available to society, for example, by working with industry, developing spin-outs, collaborating with charities, influencing policymakers, or delivering talks and demonstrations to inform and excite wider audiences.

TeachingYou will design and deliver teaching materials for lectures, tutorials, and labs. You will be educating and inspiring some of the brightest students in the country, delivering an engaging experience and a supportive programme.

Helping with the running of the departmentYou will have a few internal roles to help the Department run smoothly. For instance, you might help with student placements, ethics processes, recruitment and admissions or lead a research team.

The support and growth opportunities we provide  

Training for an HEA fellowship qualificationNew Lecturers will be enrolled into the Pathway to HEA Fellowship. Senior Lecturers will have the option to do so. This course will give you skills and support to help you in the teaching aspects of the role. After completing the course, you will become a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy.

MentoringAll of our staff are allocated a mentor when they join. Your mentor will support you in your day-to-day job and help you progress.

Opportunities to progress, manage and leadWe’re a growing team and there are lots of opportunities to grow with us.

Opportunities to collaborate and build on our networksYou will be able to work with and build on the strong networks we have developed across sectors to help with your research and to attract more funding.

About you

Our ideal candidate for both Lecturer and Senior Lecturer positions will hold a PhD or equivalent in a relevant discipline, along with a UG degree or equivalent experience. Membership in a professional body and a higher education teaching qualification (e.g., PGCert, FHEA) are desirable. 

You should demonstrate substantial research experience in their field, with an emerging track record for Lecturers and an established research profile with funding success for Senior Lecturers.A deep conceptual understanding of their subject, alongside experience teaching at UG/PG levels, is essential. Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills, along with the ability to form positive collaborations, are required. Senior Lecturers should also exhibit academic leadership and a clear research vision. Both roles demand excellent organisational and administrative skills. A commitment to excellence in research and teaching, student experience, and ethical professional conduct is essential. 

Additionally, Senior Lecturers must have up-to-date knowledge of modern teaching methodologies, including learning technologies, and a strong research strategy.

If you have any questions or you would like to talk informally about the role, please contact Professor Eamonn O’Neill, maseon@bath.ac.uk, Head of Department, or Professor Özgür Şimşek, os435@bath.ac.uk, Deputy Head of Department and Head of the AI and Machine Learning Research Group.

Applications will be evaluated on a rolling basis. We will continue to receive applications until all positions are filled.

Interview process:

Stage 1 – online interviews are scheduled for 29th and 30th April.

Stage 2 – in person presentation and interviews are scheduled for 19th and 20th May.   

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