Lecturer in Cloud Computing
Role Summary
We are seeking a Lecturer in Cloud Computing to join our School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering, supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University.
In this role, you will work with colleagues to carry out undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment in the area of specialism with willingness to teach in other areas as required. This involves the planning, design, preparation and delivery of new modules as well as modernising existing ones and supporting student learning. You will also engage in research and scholarship in relevant fields related to the research profile of the School through dissemination of research findings in peer-reviewed publications or other recognised forms of output.
Key Responsibilities
- Support teaching and learning for undergraduate and postgraduate modules
- Provide pastoral care to students
- Engage in cutting-edge research
- Contribute to recruitment and outreach activities
- Develop and deliver engaging teaching and learning within the Department of Computer Science
- Teach in a variety of settings, from small group tutorials to large lectures
- Set and mark assessments
- Provide timely and constructive feedback to students
Essential Requirements
- Possess a core Cloud Computing skillset
- Have strong experience of teaching Cloud Computing topics at university level
- Demonstrate a proven track record of publishing research in reputable venues
- Be able to develop research proposals to secure external funding
- Show passion for supporting students throughout their educational journey
- Be committed to inclusive practices that engage students from diverse backgrounds and abilities
Core knowledge and skills include:
- Cloud Infrastructure (e.g. implementing fault-tolerant, highly available, and scalable systems on platforms like AWS or Azure)
- Cloud-native Applications (e.g. development using Python or JavaScript, working with APIs/SDKs of public cloud platforms)
- Cloud Security (e.g. applying technologies, policies, and controls to protect cloud-based data, applications, and infrastructure)
Desirable Requirements
- Familiarity with open-source cloud platforms (e.g. OpenStack, Apache CloudStack)
- Experience deploying AI workflows on cloud platforms
- Membership of professional bodies (e.g. BCS, IET)
- Industry-recognised certifications (e.g. AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)
- Professional registration (e.g. CITP, CEng)
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