Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics

We aspire to be world leaders in inclusive, innovative and impactful STEM teaching and research. Our vibrant research community are active at the frontiers of knowledge in several areas of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Find out more about the Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics.

Computing and Communications

Our school of Computing & Communications brings together a diverse academic community who are passionate about delivering world-leading teaching, research and scholarship in computing and communications.

Engineering and Innovation

Our school of Engineering and Innovation applies disciplines which combine both analysis and synthesis, ranging from engineering, through design and systems thinking to environmental and technology management.

Environment, Earth and Ecosystem Sciences

Our school of Environment, Earth and Ecosystem Sciences aims to empower scientific citizens, better equipping them to engage with local to global environmental issues.

Life, Health and Chemical Sciences

Our school of Life, Health and Chemical Sciences delivers world-leading research and teaching across a range of disciplines from human biology, neurosciences and biomedicine, to chemistry, analytical sciences and the molecular basis of life.

Mathematics and Statistics

Our school of Mathematics and Statistics research into mathematics and statistics fuels innovation in industry, medicine and public health.

Physical Sciences

Our school of Physical Sciences delivers world-leading research and teaching in Astronomy, Physics, Physics Education, Planetary and Space Sciences, and Space Instrumentation.

Vacancies and opportunities

Below are the current vacancies available:

 


Associate Lecturers in the School of Computing & Communications: Systems Security (M817)

Unit: Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Salary: £38,784 pro rata
Location: Various locations 
FTE: 0.1 to 0.15 FTE
Fixed term contract end date: Two year fixed term contract until April 2028
Please quote reference: STEM-M817-2026
Closing Date: 17 March 2026 at 12 noon

Part-Time: The module is taught between May and November. 


Associate Lecturers in the School of Computing & Communications

Unit:  Faculty of Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics

Location: Various locations

Salary: £38,784 pro rata

FTE: 0.094

Fixed term contract end date: Two year fixed term to September 2028 

Please quote reference:  STEM-002

Closing Date:  13 March 2026 at 12 noon

 


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