Lecturer In Software Engineering

Lecturer in Software Engineering

The School of Informatics, University of Edinburgh invites applications for a Lecturer in Software Engineering.

The Opportunity:

To develop an innovative independent, research programme in Software Engineering; develop and deliver teaching and project supervision; supervise research students and engage in management and administration of the School.

The School of Informatics at the University of Edinburgh is one of the largest in Europe, with more than 120 academic staff and a total of over 500 post-doctoral researchers, research students and support staff. Informatics at Edinburgh rated highest on Research Power in the most recent Research Excellence Framework. The School has strong links with industry, with dedicated business incubator space and well-established enterprise and business development programmes. The University of Edinburgh has recently established the Bayes Centre for Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, which provides a locus for fruitful multi-disciplinary work, including a range of companies collocated in it. The School holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance the representation of women in science, mathematics, engineering and technology. We are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions actively promoting LGBT equality.

This post is full-time (35 hours per week), however, we are open to considering part-time or flexible working patterns. We are also open to considering requests for hybrid working (on a non-contractual basis) that combines a mix of remote and regular on-campus working.

The salary for this post is UE08 - £50,253 to £61,759 per annum.

Your skills and attributes for success:

• PhD or equivalent (such as extensive industry experience), and experience as an established academic in Software Engineering or a related field
• Proven experience of undertaking original research, including the planning and delivery of projects.
• Proven experience of attracting research funding as an independent researcher.
• A track record of first author and/or collaborative publications in high quality journals and international conferences like ICSE, FSE, ASE, ISSTA, CAV, PLDI, OOPSLA, TOSEM, TSE.
• Strong relevant research and teaching skills and ability to devise and/or manage multiple teaching, learning, assessment and/or research activities.

All applications must contain the following supporting documents:

• Cover letter
• Teaching statement (1-2 pages)
• Research statement (2-3 pages)
• Full CV and publication list, which should identify the applicant's 3 most relevant/representative publications
• Ensure that a link to a list of your publications (eg, a Google Scholar profile) is also added in URL's section of the application form

Please note that two references will be sought for all shortlisted candidates. Please indicate on your application form if you are happy for your referees to be contacted prior to interview.

Feedback will only be provided to interviewed candidates.

General enquiries to be directed to: Ajitha Rajan, arajan@ed.ac.uk

As a valued member of our team you can expect:

• A competitive salary
• An exciting, positive, creative, challenging and rewarding place to work.
• To be part of a diverse and vibrant international community
• Comprehensive Staff Benefits, such as a generous holiday entitlement, a defined benefits pension scheme, staff discounts, family-friendly initiatives, and flexible work options. Check out the full list on our staff benefits page and use our reward calculator to discover the total value of your pay and benefits

Championing equality, diversity and inclusion

The University of Edinburgh holds a Silver Athena SWAN award in recognition of our commitment to advance gender equality in higher education. We are members of the Race Equality Charter and we are also Stonewall Scotland Diversity Champions, actively promoting LGBT equality.

Prior to any employment commencing with the University you will be required to evidence your right to work in the UK. Further information is available on our right to work webpages.

The University is able to sponsor the employment of international workers in this role. If successful, an international applicant requiring sponsorship to work in the UK will need to satisfy the UK Home Office's English Language requirements and apply for and secure a Skilled Worker Visa.

Key dates to note

The closing date for applications is 13 January 2026

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