The Department of Computing at Imperial is a leading department in Computer Science. Ranked 1st in the UK in the last Research Excellence Framework ), the department stands at the forefront of excellence in research and impactful innovation, fostering breakthroughs that shape the future of the field.To support this vision, the Department wishes to appoint up to 4 Assistant Professors in 2026 across key high-impact areas that will strengthen its existing research portfolio and help build up new research capacity of strategic interest. Appointments at the Associate Professor level are possible for suitably qualified candidates.
We seek strong applications in the following broad areas: Programming Languages, including language design and implementation, program analysis and verification, compilers and runtime systems, type systems, domain-specific languages, program synthesis, probabilistic programming, and programming languages for emerging areas such as quantum computing and AI.
Systems, including distributed and operating systems, machine learning systems, networking, storage, cloud and edge computing, data systems, real-time systems, and high-performance computing.
Security, including cryptography and post-quantum security, usable security and human factors, security for AI and AI for security, blockchain and distributed ledger technologies, systems and network security, software and malware security, privacy.
Software Engineering, including AI-assisted software development, software architecture and design, formal methods, testing, empirical software engineering, human factors, and software evolution.
Computer Architecture, including neuromorphic computing, processor and memory system design, new computer architectures for efficiency and scalability, parallel and multi-core systems, domain-specific accelerators (., for AI, graphics and vision), and quantum computing hardware.
Theoretical Computer Science, including algorithms and data structures, complexity theory, cryptography and information theory, quantum algorithms, and theory of quantum computation. While these areas are of strategic importance to the Department, we will consider truly outstanding candidates in all areas of Computing.
You should be motivated to join a collaborative and vibrant research environment, with a strong enthusiasm for pursuing cutting-edge research by leading or contributing to a research area at the highest level of scientific rigour, fostering scientific collaborations within the Department and across the Faculty and College, and securing grant funding to lead your research vision.
A large part of this role will be teaching and inspiring our exceptional and dedicated undergraduate and postgraduate students, through lectures, tutorials and project supervision.
You will be surrounded by a supportive community, dedicated to make meaningful impact.
To be successful in this role you will have: A PhD in Computer Science or related field or equivalent.
A developing national reputation and expertise in the field of Computer Science
Evidence of contribution to the development and performance of colleagues through coaching and mentoring
Experience of preparing grant applications for submission
Ability to communicate well, conveying ideas and concepts clearly and effectively
Ability to develop skills in leading, motivating, developing and managing the performance of colleagues
Good leadership skills
A willingness to undertake any necessary training and development activities for the role
A commitment to high quality teaching and fostering a positive learning environment for students
The opportunity to continue your career at a world-leading institution and be part of our mission to continue science for humanity.
Grow in your career with tailored training programmes for academic staff including mentoring and dedicated support with navigating your career and managing research as well as a transparent promotion process.
Sector-leading salary and remuneration package (including 41 days off a year and generous pension schemes)
Be part of a diverse, inclusive, and collaborative work culture with various and resources designed to support your personal and professional .
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