Assistant Professor and Associate Professor (30150-0226)

Location

University of Warwick Campus, Coventry

Department

Computer Science

Position Type

Permanent

Salary

Competitive

About the Role

Informal Queries

• For informal queries about the role, please contact Professor Yulia Timofeeva, Head of Department, at y.timofeevawarwick.ac.uk

Flexible Working

• We will consider applications for employment on a part-time or other flexible working basis (e.g. job share), despite the position being advertised as full-time.

The Department of Computer Science is seeking to appoint enthusiastic individuals to join our dynamic and supportive team, contributing significantly to our research, teaching, and impact activities.

This is an opportunity to join one of the UK’s most successful Computer Science departments and be part of an exciting time of growth in the Department. We are looking for outstanding candidates, pursuing theoretical and/or experimental research, especially in the following areas:

• AI and ML Systems and Applications, AI Safety and Privacy, Computer Systems and Architectures
• AI Foundations, Theoretical Computer Science, Computer Security, Quantum Computing

Assistant Professors will be appointed for a probation period (usually five years). Successful completion of probation will coincide with promotion to Associate Professor. The department provides opportunities for advancement up to and including Professor level.

About You

You will hold a PhD or equivalent in Computer Science or a related subject by the start date of the post.

You will have an excellent academic record, with indicators such as impactful publications in peer-reviewed venues, significant software artefact design and implementation, and academic awards within the field of Computer Science.

You will have a strong commitment to undergraduate and postgraduate education.

Applications will be considered on their merits for both Assistant and Associate Professor positions.

The Department is committed to promoting equality, diversity and inclusion among staff and students, and holds the Athena SWAN Silver Award.

We strongly believe that diversity enriches research, teaching, and innovation.

We particularly encourage applications from female candidates and other underrepresented groups.

We are open to considering applications for part-time or other flexible working arrangements.

We offer mentoring schemes and family support to ensure all colleagues can thrive in our community

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About the Department

The Department of Computer Science at the University of Warwick is a national and international leader in research and teaching, ranked 4th in the most recent Research Excellence Framework out of all UK departments in the subject.

We are proud of our global outlook, international research culture, high quality of teaching, and personal attentiveness to our students and staff.

Our excellence is also built on extensive collaborations in teaching as well as research with other University of Warwick departments, on an established and vibrant network of links with industry, and on deep and active engagements with national and international partners.

Further information is available on the Department’s website: ?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fdcs%2F&module=jobs&id=3216759" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">?url=https%3A%2F%2Fwarwick.ac.uk%2Ffac%2Fsci%2Fdcs%2F&module=jobs&id=3216759" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">https://warwick.ac.uk/­fac/sci/dcs/ .

About the University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 106th in the world and 8th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/ .

* World University Ranking 2024 , Guardian University Guide 2025

** Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 29th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click "Apply" below and submit an application form by the closing deadline. You will be asked to include a CV and a cover letter.

Your CV should include:

• Your education and employment history (including your most recent employment).
• Any other relevant experience (e.g. volunteering, extracurricular, etc.).
• A research statement (max 3 pages)
• A teaching statement (max 3 pages)
• A list of publications, where up to five most important publications are highlighted.

Your cover letter should explain:

• Your motivations for applying to the role.
• Merits and most significant achievements.
• Using examples, how you meet the essential and desirable criteria detailed in the job description (PDF attached below).

All essential criteria must be met by candidates who are invited to interview.

You are welcome to include details of any career breaks (e.g. parental leave, caring responsibilities, sick leave).

Applicants invited for an interview will need to ensure that each of their three referees email a letter of recommendation to the Department at dcshodpawarwick.ac.uk.

• Interview Date: May 2026
• Start Date: 1st September 2026

Please note a pplication forms must be submitted before the stated deadline - you will not be able to submit after 23:55 (even if you opened the form earlier). Only applications submitted via our official careers portal (warwick-careers.tal.net) will be considered.

What we Offer

We provide a comprehensive range of benefits, including:

• An attractive pension scheme.
• 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
• Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
• Onsite childcare facilities.
• Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here .

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer .

Our Commitment to Inclusion

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments University of Warwick

Job Description

JD - Assistant Professor and Associate Professor (30145, 30150).pdf - 90KB

Right to Work in the UK

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