Lecturer in Computer Science

Lecturer in Computer Science (Temporary)

Currently, we are accepting applications for a temporary post of Lecturer in Computer Science, which will support the academic delivery of our MSc Computing Trimester 3 intake on a full‑time basis for a period of 5 months.

The Role:

As Lecturer in Computing Studies, you will be in an excellent position to use your knowledge and understanding of topics such as web development, project management and business analysis, to provide teaching cover for the delivery of modules on our MSc Computing programme.

The post will give you the opportunity to use your excellent communication and effective interpersonal skills to engage and inspire our students, while monitoring their performance and working with our Academic Skills colleagues and other university services to support their progress.

You will also be given the remit to undertake the assessment of these students, using assessment instruments provided, and under the guidance of experienced staff, work collegiately to help deliver an excellent learning and teaching experience for all involved.

You will be mentored and guided by Edinburgh Napier staff in the delivery of modules, using pre‑existing course delivery plans and materials. This will give you the opportunity to work closely with module and programme teams and team leaders, allowing you to work to high standards and potentially make suggestions based on your own skills and experience to enhance the curriculum.

The position may be particularly suitable for you if you are an early career or established academic, looking for flexible lecturing opportunities.

For a full role description and comprehensive list of duties, please click here.

• Benefits we offer:
  • pension with employer contributions of 26%
  • paid annual leave based on full entitlement of 46 days
  • professional development opportunities
  • discounted access to onsite sports facilities and a wide range of other staff discounts

Salary: £46,049 – £48,822 per annum (depending on experience)

Contract: Fixed Term – 5 months, Full Time – 35 hrs/wk

Interviews: Week commencing 16th February 2026

On this occasion, the University will not consider applicants requiring sponsorship or visa support for this role. International applicants will therefore only be able to take up this role if they can demonstrate an alternative right to work in the UK.

The University holds Disability Confident, Carer Positive and Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champion status. More details can be found here. We are a flexible Employer.

Seniority level

Associate

Employment type

Full‑time

Job function

Education, Information Technology, and Research

Industries

Higher Education