Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Computing and Mathematics (Education Track) - (8059)

Manchester Metropolitan University has been a pioneer of modern education since its origins in 1824 and sits in the top 200 young universities in the world. 30% of our research is considered world-leading (4**), and 90% of our research impact is rated ‘world-leading' (4**) or ‘internationally excellent' (3*).   Located in the heart of Manchester, a globally recognised centre for digital media with a vibrant and rapidly expanding technology sector.  The University was recently awarded TEF Gold and was rated Outstanding by OFSTED. 

About the department:

The Department of Computing and Mathematics is a successful academic community of students and staff committed to achieving high-quality teaching, research and enterprise.  The Department delivers courses to over 2500 students and has over 80 academic staff members with ambitious growth plans. 

Our ethos is to be highly innovative in teaching, and we are recognised as the sector leader in Degree Apprenticeships, where we deliver the award-winning Digital and Technology Solutions programme in collaboration with a wide range of company partners.  

The department now seeks experienced individuals who have a track record of implementing innovative teaching practices that have had an impact that can be evidenced, such as student satisfaction rates, and student employability rates.  

The University is making substantial investments in the Department with multiple Lecturer and Senior Lecturer appointments over the next calendar year.  

The role is aligned with Manchester Metropolitan University's  Education, Pedagogy/Practice, and Citizenship (EPC) pathway, which has a defined EPC-focused career pathway to Professorship. 

About the role:

You will develop and deliver high-quality courses at all levels(L3-L7), including degree apprenticeships, which engage students and challenge them to achieve their best performance.  You will champion the student experience and incorporate teaching innovations from industry and the global education sector. 

About you:

You will be a passionate student-focused subject expert with a track record of high-quality teaching, which will have been gained in higher education, further education or a commercial context.  You will have developed your subject knowledge in the field through academia or industrial experience, which you will be passionate about sharing with students through developing and delivering courses that will inspire the students and provide them with the knowledge and skills to work in the industry.  You will have the knowledge and skills to deliver units confidently from the foundation year to postgraduate.

We are seeking applicants who have expertise in one or more of the teaching areas of the department:

• Computer Science
• Mathematics
• Computer Games Development
• Artificial Intelligence
• Cyber Security
• Computer Networking

You will be expected to have relevant teaching experience and a PhD in Computer Science, a related discipline, or equivalent industrial experience. 

You will be a strong collegiate team player who can impassion and motivate student/staff communities through your contributions, collaboration and co-creation. 

To arrange an informal discussion, please email: Professor Darren Dancey  d.dancey@mmu.ac.uk   

To apply:

To apply, please submit a CV and cover letter outlining, in particular, how your profile, experience and ambition make you the ideal candidate for the role.

Please note that the University is closed from 21 December 2024 and will reopen on 02 January 2025. Any recruitment queries received will be responded to after this date.

Manchester Metropolitan University is committed to supporting the rights, responsibilities, dignity, health and wellbeing of staff and students through our commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion.

We promote applications from all sections of the community, irrespective of background, belief or identity, recognising the benefits that a diverse organisation can bring and particularly encourage applications from groups which are underrepresented in the University workforce.

We recognise the benefits and importance of an environment that supports flexible working and are open to conversations about this throughout the application process.