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Salary: £44,822 - £49,399 per annum

London weighting: £4,000 per annum (if applicable)

Employment type: Permanent

Hours per week: 37

Reporting into: Senior Lecturer

Department: Computing

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This role operates on a hybrid working arrangement that will require 3/4 days travel into campus. This may fluctuate in line with business requirements. Our working model arrangements are a non-contractual benefit so please note that an Arden work location is added to our employment contracts.

The Opportunity:

Arden University is growing and as part of that growth we are expanding the Computing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join at a time when we are creating programmes to meet the needs of employers and the graduates of the future.

We are seeking enthusiastic and knowledgeable Lecturers in Data Science and Cyber Security to join our academic team and contribute to the delivery of high-quality postgraduate programmes. These roles offer an exciting opportunity to shape the next generation of professionals in two rapidly evolving and in-demand fields.

About Arden University:

We are an aspirational and multi-award-winning university, delivering rapid growth with ambitious plans to disrupt the HE sector through our passion for innovation and digital education. Our vision is to become the first-choice university for career-focused lifelong learners worldwide, ensuring that everyone, everywhere can access higher education.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines, forge worldwide partnerships, and expand our locations.

About our Department:

The department for Computing is dedicated to preparing students for success in the rapidly evolving tech industry. With a strong focus on practical skills, industry relevance, and emerging technologies, the school offers a range of undergraduate and postgraduate courses designed in collaboration with industry professionals. Students benefit from flexible learning options, expert academic support, and a curriculum that bridges theory with real-world application, ensuring they graduate ready to meet the demands of today’s digital landscape

About the Opportunity:

As a Lecturer you will join a team of academics distributed across our UK and Berlin study centres but working collectively to create the best experience for our students. You will be responsible for delivering innovative, industry-informed teaching, supporting student success, and contributing to curriculum development at postgraduate level.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, deliver and assess postgraduate modules in Data Science and/or Cyber Security

• Provide high-quality teaching across Computing programmes using a range of inclusive and engaging pedagogical approaches.

• Supervise student projects and dissertations

• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous programme improvement

• Engage with industry to ensure programmes remain current and relevant

• Undertake administrative and academic duties as required

About You:

We are looking for candidates who have:

Essential requirements:-

• A postgraduate qualification or equivalent professional qualifications/certifications in Data Science, Cyber Security, Computing, or a related discipline

• Experience of teaching in higher education or professional training environments

• Strong subject knowledge in areas such as:

  • Data Science: machine learning, data analytics, big data technologies, AI

  • Cyber Security: network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, infoSec

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• A commitment to student-centred learning and academic excellence

Desirable requirements:-

• Professional certifications (e.g, CEH, CCNA, AWS, Azure, etc.)

• Industry experience in data science or cyber security

• Fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (FHEA) or willingness to achieve

Why Arden:

At Arden, you will become a part of a passionate and dedicated team who are committed to removing unnecessary barriers to learning and making education more accessible. Our people work hard to ensure our students journeys are the best they can possibly be, as such we want to reward our people with fantastic benefits. Employees benefit from:

• 30 days holiday + bank holidays on-top, and even a Christmas closure!

• A generous Aviva pension plan, company contributions starting from 7%

• BUPA Cash Plan

• Private Medical Insurance coverage (applies to certain job roles)

• Access to Perkbox benefits

• Study any Arden course for free, with a discount for all family and friends

• Plus, other excellent benefits

• Our ‘Golden Ticket’ which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education
  

Our Values:

Stand out, Progressive, Accessible, Resourceful, Kindness, reflect who we are as an institution, a team and as individuals. If they also reflect you and you are excited by the chance to be the driving, creative force within a growing business, we want to hear from you.

There has never been a more exciting time to join Arden University, as we expand into new disciplines and locations.

Closing Date: Sunday 16th August 2026

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date should we receive sufficient applications or in order to respond to business needs. In order to avoid missing an opportunity to apply please submit your application as early as possible.

If you are a current Arden student or have an upcoming course with us, you are not eligible to apply for Student Experience roles due to a conflict of interest related to system access.

Equity, Diversity & Inclusion:

Arden University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. This means that if you have a disability, as defined by the Disability Equality Act 2010, you may be guaranteed an interview if you meet the essential criteria for the role.

If you wish to be considered under this scheme, you can indicate via the application form below. By doing so, you are also consenting for this information to be shared with the hiring team. For more details on what qualifies as a disability under the Disability Equality Act 2010, please refer to the guidance here.

As an Equal Opportunity Employer we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. Therefore, we make sure that our recruitment and selection processes never discriminate based upon people's age, disability, gender, race or ethnicity, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or other personal circumstances, and actively welcome applications from all groups.

Sponsorship statement:

Please be aware that some roles may not meet the points requirement for a sponsored Skilled Worker visa, or fulfil the criteria we have for providing sponsorship. However we welcome applications from candidates who do not currently have the right to work in the UK but may be eligible for a visa through an alternative route.