Lecturer (Computing Science), Natural & Computing Sciences (NCS263A)

Launched in September 2021, the Aberdeen Institute of Data Science and Artificial Intelligence, South China Normal University is a collaboration between the University of Aberdeen and South China Normal University (SCNU) to deliver three 4-year undergraduate degree programmes in China closely based on the content of the existing degrees at Aberdeen. The Institute builds on a long-standing collaboration with SCNU. 

Job Description

The programmes delivered as part of the Institute are:

• BSc Computing Science

• BSc Artificial Intelligence

• BSc Business Management & Information Systems (Joint with the Business School)

Students registered on these programmes complete their studies entirely in China, with teaching delivered jointly by SCNU and Aberdeen staff, with the latter travelling to China to do so.

In 2027 the Institute will expand the range of programmes offered to include postgraduate degrees in AI, Robotics and Data Science.

We are seeking a new member of the Institute staff to join as a Lecturer, in a balanced Teaching and Research role. The post will be based in Aberdeen, within the University’s School of Natural and Computing Sciences. Teaching will be focused on the undergraduate programmes above, in the first instance, and will require the successful candidate to spend around 2 months per year in China (in 1-month blocks). The successful candidate is expected to develop an independent research programme aligned with current research interests within the School. More info can be found in the further particulars.

For the role of Lecturer, salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7 salary band of £48,337 - £57,666 per annum with placement according to qualifications and experience.

Informal enquiries should be made to Professor Aladdin Ayesh, Vice Dean for SCNU JI, e-mail: aladdin.ayesh@abdn.ac.uk

Should you require a visa to undertake employment in the UK you will be required to fulfil the minimum points criteria to be granted a Certificate of Sponsorship under the requirements of the Skilled Worker visa. At the time an offer of appointment is made, you will be asked to demonstrate that you fulfil the criteria in respect of qualification and competency in English. For research and academic posts, we will consider eligibility under the Global Talent visa. Please do not hesitate to contact Lucy Redmayne, HR Adviser (e-mail: lucy.redmayne@abdn.ac.uk) for further information.

To apply online for this position visit www.abdn.ac.uk/jobs

Job Reference Number: NCS263A

The closing date for the receipt of applications is 20 November 2026

Please include with your application: a CV; a cover letter outlining your interest in the role (2 pages maximum); a statement of your research interests and plans for the next three years and a statement of how you might approach teaching a class of your choice from our undergraduate programme in Computing Science in a TNE/China context (max 2 pages).

Course info is here: https://www.abdn.ac.uk/registry/courses/undergraduate/2026-2027/computing_science

The School of Natural and Computing Sciences embraces a diverse working environment and recognises the many benefits this can bring. Applications from individuals from across all of the equality protected characteristics are encouraged.

Please Note

If you are unable to complete an application online, please contact the Recruitment Team (HRRecruitment@abdn.ac.uk) to make alternative arrangements for submitting your application within plenty of time before the advertised post closes.