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The role is full time but we will consider requests for flexible working
arrangements, including job share
Glasgow Caledonian University - the University for the Common Good - is a vibrant, values-led, multi-cultural University with a global outlook, dedicated to delivering social innovation. Our organisational strategy is aligned with the United Nation’s Sustainable Development Goals and our globally recognised researchers advise governments, industry and international bodies. We’re ranked fifth in the world and first in the UK for promoting gender equality, 69th globally for social impact, and the top modern university in Scotland for research power. In -21, we contributed £1.7 billion and more than 14, jobs across the globe.
GCU is committed to widening participation, delivering positive outcomes for our students, and we’re Scotland’s leading provider of Graduate Apprenticeships. With campuses in Glasgow and London, we have transnational partnerships around the world, supporting more than 22, students. Guided by our GCU Values – integrity, responsibility, creativity and confidence - we transform the lives of the people and communities we serve.
The Department of Computing, within the School of Computing, Engineering and Built Environment is a dynamic and vibrant academic community with a strong track record of applied research, innovative teaching and award-winning knowledge transfer activities. We wish to appoint an enthusiastic academic who can play a leadership role in the School, has relevant research expertise, and can deliver on technical modules in the Computing and Software Engineering areas at undergraduate and postgraduate level.
The successful candidate will be educated to PhD level in a relevant discipline area and/or have extensive experience as a practitioner in a relevant discipline. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and enthusiasm to deliver innovations in learning and teaching and to enhance our research and our knowledge exchange activities. Areas of desirable expertise include but are not limited to Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Cloud Computing and Information Security.
If you wish to know more about this role or for an informal discussion, please feel free to contact Dr James Paterson, Head of Department of Computing at .
All applicants must complete the online application form detailing how they meet the essential and desirable requirements for the role. A short covering letter highlighting why you feel you are suitable for this position (1-page maximum) and a short, summary CV (4 pages maximum) may also be included.
As the University for the Common Good, we are committed to embedding equality, diversity and inclusion, as well as our values in everything that we do. As such, we welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates who demonstrate the.
The University offers a range of benefits including opportunities for professional development, family friendly policies, cycle to work scheme and onsite childcare facilities.
Please note that the appointment will be made on the first point of the salary scale (unless by exception).