Lecturer in Data Engineering in Bristol

Lecturer in Data Engineering

Join the University of the West of England to apply for the Lecturer in Data Engineering role at the University of the West of England (UWE). The position is based at the Frenchay campus.

About the role

The primary focus of this role will be teaching and the development of teaching practice within the field of data engineering. You will support teaching across our MSc and BSc programmes, while your research initiatives will be encouraged and supported.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality teaching and coursework for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Develop and improve teaching practice and curriculum in data engineering and related subjects.
• Support the university’s research ambitions by pursuing research projects and publishing results.

Qualifications

• PhD in Data Science, Computer Science, or a closely related discipline, or substantial professional/industry experience that is equivalent.
• Knowledge and expertise in at least one of the following areas:
  • Large Language Models (LLMs) and Retrieval‑Augmented Generation (RAG) systems applied in specialised domains.
  • Modern data infrastructure for AI, such as vector databases and emerging solutions supporting machine learning workflows.
  • Cloud‑based AI engineering, including cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and CI/CD pipelines for model deployment.

Location

The position is based at the UWE Frenchay campus and provides part‑time job‑share availability. Some remote work opportunities may also be available.

Benefits

• Progressive pay rates and generous annual leave.
• Career‑average pension scheme and retail savings plan.
• On‑site nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.
• Access to a tailored professional programme supporting teaching excellence.

Diversity and Inclusion

UWE Bristol recognises the power of a truly diverse university community. We particularly encourage applications from global‑majority female candidates and welcome applications from people with disabilities. All appointments are made on merit.

Contact

For more information or to discuss the role, please contact Rachel Long (Rachel2.Long@uwe.ac.uk) or Kevin Golden (Kevin.Golden@uwe.ac.uk). This is a full‑time, permanent post and is available for part‑time job share.

Legal Statement

UWE Bristol is a campus‑based university that is required to verify right to work in the UK. Applicants will need to provide evidence of eligibility as per the Home Office Right to Work Checklist.