Job Description

School/Section
Natural & Computing Sciences
Division
Computing Science
Staff Category
Academic
Position Type
Full Time
Grade
Grade 7
Salary
46,735 - 55,755
Ref No
NCS253A
Closing Date
28-NOV-2025

We are seeking to recruit an academic with a background in Computer Science to undertake teaching within the University of Aberdeen and South China Normal University's joint institute.

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.



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.



The successful applicant is expected to hold a PhD degree and to undertake research complementing Aberdeen Computing Science's existing research strengths.



The role's salary will be at the appropriate point on the Grade 7, 46,735 - 55,755 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: NCS253A



The closing date for the receipt of applications is 28 November 2025



Please include with your application: a CV; a cover letter outlining your interest in the role and statement of research and teaching plans for the next three years. The teaching plan should demonstrate awareness that teaching for the role will be in China as part of the SCNU Joint Institute.



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.


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