Al-Kitab University

About us The Department of Informatics is looking to appoint a Lecturer in AI & Cybersecurity.  This is an exciting time to join us as we continue to grow our department and realise our vision of a diverse, inclusive and innovative Department of Informatics at one of the most prestigious universities in the UK. We seek applicants who will support us in our ambitions in inclusivity and diversity. As we continue to grow and strengthen our department, we are seeking to make a lecturer appointment in the areas of AI & Cybersecurity. We welcome applications from candidates who have an international profile in research in any of the following areas: systems security, security engineering, security testing, computer forensics, AI for security and privacy, and security and privacy of AI. We would also be interested in applicants who are working in emerging areas in the field, including the application to artificial intelligence and machine learning. We consider computer science challenges from a broad perspective. Members of the department regularly publish in and sit on the program committees of top-tier and well-known venues in computer science and software engineering. Top-quality research establishes members of the Department as leaders in their fields. It is the research transformative aspect that provides the opportunity to serve society while supporting King’s as an outstanding institution in science and technology. The Department has strong links with industry, who engage with us in collaborative research projects. We offer undergraduate and postgraduate education (in both computer science and artificial intelligence) catering for the needs of our students and the organisations in which they will work. It is essential that applicants have the enthusiasm and commitment needed to ensure the success of these programmes. The successful applicant for this post will be involved in delivering teaching in a core area of computer science. The successful candidate will be appointed to research group and will have the opportunity to contribute to cross-cutting hubs (see https://www.kcl.ac.uk/informatics/research/groups). Research collaboration across research groups, with departmental hubs and with other Departments in the Faculty and across the College is strongly encouraged. For further information about the Department of Informatics at King’s, please see https://www.kcl.ac.uk/informatics/about This is a full-time post (35 hours per week), and you will be offered on an indefinite contract. About the role Undertake a self-directed programme of research and scholarship at a level commensurate with current international standard.  Enhance the research profile of the Department through academic outputs, including publications and scientific meetings, scholarship, academic and industrial collaboration, impact and other externally facing activities.  Supervise and train postgraduate students and postdoctoral research staff to ensure their effective development.  Enthusiastically contribute to academic management and support the administration and development of the department to further its education, research activities, and ambitions. Deliver an excellent student experience through innovative teaching and assessment methods for both undergraduate and postgraduate taught programmes, in core computer science and a specialism in computer science or artificial intelligence.  Be responsible for the wellbeing and pastoral care of students, including acting as Personal Tutor.  Engage with and contribute to department, faculty, and institutional level initiatives in accordance with strategy at all levels of the organisation.  Actively promote and participate in equality, diversity, and collegiality.  The above list of responsibilities may not be exhaustive, and the post holder will be required to undertake such tasks and responsibilities as may reasonably be expected within the scope and grading of the post. About you To be successful in this role, we are looking for candidates to have the following skills and experience: Essential criteria PhD in computer science or related field. Ability to define and lead a research area and a growing research record in core computer science area as evidenced by publications in high quality journals and conferences;[MA1] research experience and good reputation in relevant research field; potential to acquire research project funding; ability to supervise research students. Ability to teach undergraduate and postgraduate modules in core areas of computer science. Ability to make a significant contribution to administrative work. Desirable criteria Teaching and examining experience Experience in attracting external research funds Administrative experience Ability to build relationships and networks with colleagues and external stakeholders across the College and externally Downloading a copy of our Job Description Full details of the role and the skills, knowledge and experience required can be found in the Job Description document, provided at the bottom of the page. This document will provide information of what criteria will be assessed at each stage of the recruitment process. Further Information We pride ourselves on being inclusive and welcoming. We embrace diversity and want everyone to feel that they belong and are connected to others in our community. We are committed to working with our staff and unions on these and other issues, to continue to support our people and to develop a diverse and inclusive culture at King's. As part of this commitment to equality, diversity and inclusion and through this appointment process, it is our aim to develop candidate pools that include applicants from all backgrounds and communities. We ask all candidates to submit a copy of their CV, and a supporting statement, detailing how they meet the essential criteria listed in the person specification section of the job description. If we receive a strong field of candidates, we may use the desirable criteria to choose our final shortlist, so please include your evidence against these where possible. To find out how our managers will review your application, please take a look at our ‘How we Recruit’ pages. Grade and Salary: £53,947 - £63,350 per annum, including London Weighting Allowance Job ID: 134025 Close Date: 01-Feb-2026 Contact Person: Professor Elizabeth Black Contact Details: elizabeth.black@kcl.ac.uk

Location Docklands Campus Salary £53,040 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London Weighting Post Type Full Time Post Type Permanent Closing Date Sunday 18 January 2026 Interview Date Wednesday 28 January 2026 Reference 101S2025 University of East London Founded in 1898, we at the University of East London (UEL) are proud to change lives through education. Our goal is to advance industry 5.0 careers-first education and provide a clear path to the jobs and opportunities of the future. We’re committed to driving diversity in the 5.0 talent pipeline, working in partnership to promote talent wherever it is found and creating a balanced, inclusive, and green future. But we can't achieve this goal alone. We need forward-thinking, innovative, and curious individuals like you to join our community and help us craft our future. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of people who share your passion for creating positive change. We’re an inclusive and welcoming community that is constantly moving forward, never satisfied with the status quo. About Us The Strategic Development & Delivery team works in partnership with stakeholders across the institution, combining our specialist expertise, sector knowledge and institutional awareness to support the delivery of our vision to 2028 and beyond. This is a new Directorate for UEL and comprises of four main portfolios; Insights & Decision Support, Strategy & Performance, Portfolio & Benefits, and Change & Improvement. These four service areas will facilitate effective decision making, improve our staff and student experience, and deliver lasting positive change. About the Job As an Institutional Modelling Manager, you will use your proficiency with data tools and technologies to derive high quality insight from a range of institutional data and information. You will work with stakeholders across the institution to exploit the data assets available, modelling UEL’s strategic plan in reaching critical business targets. The role will: Maintaining and developing the Business Planning Model to deliver snapshots, forecasts and projections Through data modelling, simulate business scenarios to provide strategic options Identification and exploitation of new data sources to further understand business problems and ambitions, identifying and exploiting new software as appropriate Development of workflows to improve analysis efficiency through providing outputs that optimise and maximise datasets Utilising data pipelines, automation and integration methodologies to enhance our decision-making capability Working across stakeholders to develop meaningful articulation of strategy to reach stated institutional ambitions to support alignment across the institution Horizon scanning to identify areas of opportunity and market competitiveness About You The ideal candidate will have experience in using and developing data models to support an institution’s decision-making capacity and key processes. They will have good technical capabilities in using systems to adapt, enhance, and run data models that provide meaningful analysis and allow against institutional targets. Moreover, they will be capable in using ETL software and SQL to deliver timely outputs for the organisation. As part of a supportive directorate, we are seeking a candidate to join a new modelling team while working across the directorate to create synergies with our three service areas as well as academic units and professional services. As a result, and in keeping with our progressive culture, ideal candidates will be innovators and strategic thinkers who can overcome challenges with new ideas. Benefits Package Here at UEL we understand it’s about more than just a salary. It’s about the entire package on offer along with our outstanding work environment and inclusive culture. We know the market rates for this vacancy and will offer a genuinely competitive salary DOE. We care deeply about your wellbeing and our benefits includes: 20% pension (4% from you, 16% from us), 25 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) plus bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, and we’re always open to consider flexible working arrangements. We have a subsidised gym membership, 3 times base salary life assurance, a cashback healthcare scheme and wide variety of other generous benefits including discounts on: Apple and Samsung products, holidays, clothing, fitness, lifestyle, dining out and weekly shopping. Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal-opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the" diversity pay gap". We’re proud of the progress we’ve made and honest that there’s more to do. We’re determined to keep moving forward so everyone at UEL can thrive. So, if you’d like to take your career to the next level with us here at the University of East London and are inspired by our environment and committed to success, we want you to apply today! Further Details Job Description & Person Specification To contact the recruitment team please phone +44 20 8223 3000 x 4600 or e-mail jobs@uel.ac.uk CVs without a completed application form will not be accepted. At UEL we are committed to working together to build a community which values diversity in both our staff and student populations, is representative and inclusive, enabling all to progress and thrive.

Surrey Space Centre (SSC) is a leading force in space engineering research and education. We are looking to recruit a Space Mission Ground Station Engineer to work with the SSC Director and the Centre’s academics to complete a comprehensive upgrade to SSC’s satellite ground-station facility (hardware and software) taking it to state-of-the-art capability. In addition to SSC’s missions, which include the next generation of CubeSats and lunar projects, we also provide mission support for other parts of the University and third parties. This role will be a great opportunity for the right person to work with SSC’s engineers and academics to deliver a leading-edge ground support facility. We are looking for someone who already has a good understanding of the principles of satellite telemetry, telecommand and tracking who is able to make a significant engineering contribution to upgrading the SSC Ground Station’s hardware and software. Additional desirable attributes are: Knowledge and experience of satellite communications, ground stations or similar systems Good practical working knowledge of relevant software tools (e.g.Linux, python, C/C++ & html programming and PC computer networking) Experience of CubeSat mission operations covering mission development from concept to detailed design of the satellite. Experience of radio systems and satellite communications systems. Full Amateur Radio license Experience of working in complex and demanding technical project environments, including management of resources and schedule. Strong health and safety awareness. Established in 1979, SSC is an internationally acclaimed centre of excellence in space engineering, which enjoys an outstanding reputation for the quality of its research and teaching and has strong links with the space industry. SSC has an extensive range of space test and experimental facilities including a satellite ground station and operations centre; large cleanroom; thermal, vacuum, vibration, radiation and shock environmental test facilities, large granite tables for zero-friction experiments, propulsion laboratory and solar simulation facility. We are currently benefiting from the creation of the University’s Surrey Space Institute which demonstrates the University’s commitment to leadership in space. The grade of the appointment will be appropriate to the degree to which the requirements are met. To apply please submit your CV, ensuring that you have knowledge and experience relevant to the role. The role initially is on a 3-year fixed term contract with potential to extend. It is a full-time role but part-time working can be considered. Salary is up to £46,049 depending on qualifications and experience. For Informal enquiries, please contact Professor Keith Ryden, Director of the Surrey Space Centre k.ryden@surrey.ac.uk. For more information and to apply online, please download the further details and click on the 'apply online' button above. We place great value on diversity and are seeking to increase the diversity within our community. We particularly encourage applications from under-represented groups, such as people from Black, Asian and minority ethnic groups and people with disabilities. We offer flexible working options including, access to world-class leisure facilities and a supportive family friendly benefits including an excellent on-site nursery. Further details Job Description