Lecturer in Cyber Security/Data Science (PG)- Manchester & Stratford in City of Westminster

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.,

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.

• 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

• 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:
  • o Data Science: machine learning, data analytics, big data technologies, AI
  • o Cyber Security: network security, ethical hacking, digital forensics, infoSec
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• A commitment to student-centred learning and academic excellence
• Act as a Named PAC: Manage a defined caseload of students, acting as their primary academic point of contact.

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

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
• Also, other excellent benefits
• Our Golden Ticket' which allows you to gift anyone in your life a free Arden education

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