Teaching Associate

School of Computer Sci. & Digital Tech. Location: Aston London Salary: £38,784 to £46,049 per annum Grade: Grade 08 Contract Type: Permanent Basis: Full Time Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 15 December 2025 Interview Date: Monday 19 January 2026 Reference: 1271-25 Release Date: Monday 01 December 2025 The Aston School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies is looking for a teaching associate in computer science to support teaching in our London Campus. The teaching associates will be leading and delivering modules on our MSc Computer Science, MSc Artificial Intelligence and MSc Data Science programmes. The Computer Science programme is focused on software engineering, with modules in Software Engineering, Software Project Management, Data Structures and Algorithms and Data Base Systems.The Artificial Intelligence and Data Science Programmes has modules in Natural Language Processing, Applied Machine Learning, Neural Networks and Deep Learning as well as Machine Learning for AI and Data Science and Bayesian Theory and Data Analysis. We are looking for an associate able collectively to cover the different modules on the programmes, mainly around AI and Data Science, as well as supporting others in their practice. The position will be based at the Aston University London Campus but will be expected to work closely with colleagues within the school to ensure a consistent practice and student experience across the two campuses.For more information on our new London Hub campus, please click here - Aston University launches London hub to shape future leaders in technology and business | Aston University London weighting is applicable only to successful candidates who live in London. The salary being offered for this role is below the minimum threshold for required to sponsor new applicants to the Skilled Worker route. However, Aston University may be able to sponsor the successful candidate if they: • Are under 26 years old• Hold a PhD that is relevant to the role• Have held a Student or Graduate visa in the last 2 years• Are already in the UK with a Tier 2 or Skilled Worker visa issued before April 4th 2024Please contact hr_immigration@aston.ac.uk if you would like to discuss your eligibility for Skilled Worker sponsorship.For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Damien Foster, d.foster1@aston.ac.uk Head of the School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies. Initial interviews will be conducted online and will include a teaching presentation.Interview date: TBCFurther details: Job Details University Information Email details to a friend Apply Online The University celebrates the rights of freedom of speech and academic freedom and is committed to maintaining and protecting these rights within the law. An offer to work at Aston University will never be denied on the basis of an individual's lawful expression of their beliefs, ideas or opinions. Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston Guidance on AI-Assisted ApplicationsWhile we cannot prevent applicants from using AI tools to support their application, we ask that all submissions reflect your own experience, achievements, and motivations. We want to understand what you personally bring to the role, so please ensure your application represents your own voice and capabilities. We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles. If you require the job details document or an application form in an alternative format please contact the recruitment team at recruitment@aston.ac.uk