Lecturer in Computing / VR Lab Lead

• Master's degree in a relevant subject area
• Experience teaching in higher education
• Strong subject expertise in a relevant discipline
• Practical knowledge of VR, AR, or immersive technologies
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong digital capability (e.g. VLEs, MS Teams)
• Ability to engage, inspire, and support students
• Understanding of quality assurance in higher education
• Ability to work collaboratively and manage competing priorities

• PhD or willingness to work towards one
• Experience with VR development tools or immersive learning design
• Teaching qualification or HEA Fellowship (or willingness to obtain)
• Experience in curriculum development and innovation
• Engagement with external networks or industry

What We Offer (some benefits subject to completion of successful probation)

• Health Benefits
• Life Assurance Plans
• Salary Sacrifice Schemes (Pension, Cars, Cycle to Work)
• Annual Leave & Holiday Benefits (Buy Holiday, Additional Christmas Leave & Carry Over Leave)
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP) & 24/7 Access to GPs
• Employee Discounts (Gym, Shopping, Cinema)

Role: Lecturer in Computing / VR Lab Lead

Location: London: Holborn, Fitzrovia, Southall, Wembley, Kingsbury and Harrow (must be flexible to travel to all our campus locations)

Department: School of Engineering and Computing

Salary: Up to £45,000 per annum (subject to skills and experience)

Start Date: September 2026

About the Role

We are seeking an innovative and engaging Lecturer / VR Lab Lead to deliver high-quality teaching and enhance the student experience through the integration of Virtual Reality (VR) and immersive technologies. This role combines teaching excellence with leadership of a dedicated VR Lab, supporting its effective use across programmes and contributing to a dynamic, future-focused curriculum.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials across relevant modules
• Develop and update engaging teaching materials, including VR-integrated content
• Ensure high levels of student engagement and attendance
• Use digital platforms such as VLEs and MS Teams to support learning
• Contribute to curriculum development and enhancement
• Promote innovative teaching practices, including immersive technologies

• 40 hours per week (schedule may include evenings and weekends)
• Must be flexible to travel to all our campus locations

Join us in shaping a future where education is accessible, student-centred, and professionally enriching.

Submit your application today to start making a meaningful impact from September 2026

• Take ownership of the VR Lab and support its use across programmes
• Embed VR and immersive technologies into teaching and learning activities
• Support staff and students in the effective use of VR resources
• Contribute to the development of immersive learning approaches

• Design and set assessments in line with module requirements
• Mark assessments and provide timely, constructive feedback
• Monitor submission rates and student performance
• Contribute to moderation, standardisation, and academic integrity processes
• Support the integration of VR into assessment where appropriate

• Act as a Personal Academic Tutor, supporting a group of students
• Provide academic guidance through group and one-to-one sessions
• Monitor student progress and engagement
• Signpost students to appropriate support services where needed.

• Contribute to module and programme evaluations
• Engage with academic governance and quality assurance processes
• Use student feedback to drive continuous improvement
• Support programme accreditation and quality standards

• Maintain up-to-date subject knowledge and industry awareness
• Engage in scholarly activity to enhance teaching practice
• Contribute to the School's academic development plans