Lecturer in Cloud Computing in Birmingham

Department: Department of Computer Science Location: City Centre Campus (STEAM House) Salary: £44,131 to £51,182 per annum Status: Permanent Type: Full Time Release Date: 09 July 2026 Closing Date: 23.59 hours BST on Sunday 02 August 2026 Reference: ABCE26023-R

Transitional pay point information:
Transitional pay points within Grades G will be removed from 01 August 2026. Appointments made on or after this date will be to the relevant substantive pay point within the grade. Where an appointment is made to a transitional pay point before 01 August 2026, salary will automatically move to the relevant substantive pay point within the grade from 01 August 2026.

About Birmingham City University

At Birmingham City University, we are a diverse and inclusive learning community of over 31,400 students from more than 120 countries. We aim to become an exemplar anchor institution, creating and sharing knowledge for a better and more inclusive society. We are committed to providing a transformational educational experience, supporting world‑class research, and fostering a collaborative and supportive working environment for our staff.

Role Summary

Lecturer in Cloud Computing in the School of Architecture, Built Environment, Computing and Engineering. Support the delivery of high‑quality services across the University. Carry out undergraduate and postgraduate teaching and assessment, plan, design, prepare and deliver new modules, modernise existing ones, support student learning, and engage in research and scholarship in relevant fields. Disseminate 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)

Visa Sponsorship

This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa

Why work for us

• Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
• Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
• Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, a health cash plan, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
• Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.

Equality, Diversity & Inclusion

We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.

Disability Confident Employer

Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.

For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Prof. Junaid Arshad at Junaid.arshad@bcu.ac.uk.

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