Professor in Computer Science in Liverpool

Professor in Computer Science

Liverpool John Moores University invites applications for a senior academic appointment in the School of Computer Science and Mathematics, focusing on artificial intelligence and data science.

About LJMU

Liverpool John Moores University offers an outstanding learning environment with a commitment to high quality teaching, research and industry collaboration. The School of Computer Science and Mathematics is actively growing and is investing in a new Institute for Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technologies.

Responsibilities

As a Professor you will lead world‑class research in artificial intelligence and data science, drive innovation and secure grant funding. You will mentor PhD candidates, foster a collaborative research culture, and provide strategic leadership of the PhD programmes within the Institute.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a PhD (or equivalent high‑level experience) in computer science, demonstrate an international research record, and have a proven track record of high‑quality publications and successful research grant applications. Experience leading significant research projects as a PI and supervising PhD research in a UK HEI context is required.

What We Offer

• Generous annual leave entitlement and Christmas period closure with the option to purchase additional annual leave
• Excellent pension scheme
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Family friendly policies
• Car and travel loan schemes

Contact

Please contact Dr Henry Forsyth (School Director), H.Forsyth@ljmu.ac.uk, or Professor Ivan Olier‑Caparroso (Head of Research), I.Olier@ljmu.ac.uk for further information. All appointments will be made on merit and the university is committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN charter.