Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer/ Reader in Software Engineering

at  University of Glasgow

FOR APPOINTMENT AT GRADE 8:

To develop, lead and sustain research and scholarship of international standard and contribute to the delivery of an excellent student experience by delivering, organising and reviewing agreed teaching, assessment and administration processes to enhance learning and teaching in the School of Computing Science.

KNOWLEDGE/QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:
A1 Relevant PhD or equivalent experience within Software Engineering.
A2 Significant breadth/depth of knowledge in a Software Engineering field which complements the existing strengths of the School and EAP section.
A3 A growing international reputation, evidenced by esteem indicators, in an area that matches or enhances existing research activities within the School.

JOB PURPOSE

The University of Glasgow, established in 1451, is a member of the UK’s Russell Group of leading universities. The University is committed to enhancing its position as one of the world’s great broad-based research-intensive universities.
Applications for the post are welcome in any research areas of Software Engineering that complement the existing strengths within the School. The software industry is undergoing fundamental change as it transitions beyond agile to methods and tools that enable high frequency deployment and meet new challenges in the drive towards sustainability. The School is seeking to expand its research track record in this area, in partnership with software practitioners where appropriate. Therefore, candidates whose research begins from the perspective of industry practitioners in any domain of application are particularly encouraged to apply.
The postholder will develop, lead and sustain research of international standard in Software Engineering; contribute to teaching, assessment, project supervision and curriculum design at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; and participate in School management and organisation.
For appointment at Reader you will have an outstanding track record of national and international distinction and leadership in research, including publications, income, and awards, bringing external recognition and distinction to yourself and the University.
The position is equivalent to US tenure track Assistant or Associate Professor.

MAIN DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Perform the following range of activities:
1. Develop, lead and sustain personal and group research in Software Engineering, aligned appropriately to School/College research strategy.

1. Enhance your research profile, reputation and esteem through:

• Establishing and sustaining a track record of independent and joint publications of international quality in high quality refereed journals, generating research impact in terms of economic/societal benefit;
• Presentation at international and national conferences and at internal/external seminars, colloquia and workshops;
• Identification of potential funding sources and the development of proposals to secure funding from internal/external bodies to support future research;
• Developing and maintaining collaborations with colleagues across the School/College/University and external Academic and Industrial Partners;
• Contribution to team/group meetings/seminars/workshops and activities to enhance the wider knowledge, outputs and culture of the School/College.

1. Contribute to the planning, organisation and delivery of high quality teaching, supervision and assessment activities across under/post-graduate programmes within the Subject/School.
2. Contribute to the on-going development and design of under/post-graduate curricula, to ensure a research-led approach to student learning and assessment in the discipline and/or profession.
3. Manage a variety of academic administrative activities, including timely delivery of effective and constructive feedback on assessment, and provision of pastoral support.
4. Contribute to the management and organisational duties of the School, as assigned by the Head of School.
5. Engage in personal, professional and career development.
6. Contribute to the enhancement of the University’s international profile in line with the University’s Strategic Plan - Inspiring People – Changing the World. http://www.gla.ac.uk/about/strategy/people/