"Assistant Professor (Teaching Focussed) in Data Engineering & Applied Analytics (110986-0226)"

University of Warwick - WMG

Location:	Coventry, University of Warwick
Salary:	£47,389 to £56,535 per annum
Hours:	Full Time
Contract Type:	Fixed-Term/Contract
Placed On:	20th February 2026
Closes:	15th March 2026
Job Ref:	3862

We are seeking to appoint an Assistant Professor (Teaching-Focused) with experience of developing or delivering modules or skills in the field of Data Engineering and Applied Analytics.

The successful candidate will have a developing professional or academic experience in building and teaching data analytics and machine learning pipelines and play a role in developing modules in areas of relevance to WMG.

We are particularly interested in applicants with knowledge and teaching experience in:

• Data engineering concepts and data pipeline development.
• Data analytics and applied data science methods.
• SQL and NoSQL databases.
• Big data technologies (e.g. Apache Spark or similar).
• Cloud-based data platforms (e.g. AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Building and deploying data analytics or machine learning solutions in applied settings.

This role is on the University of Warwick Teaching Career Pathway, providing opportunities for advancement up to and including Professor level.

This is an education focussed appointment and we are looking for candidates who can demonstrate experience of teaching in higher education and a passion for impactful education and positive student outcomes. Candidates with a track record in research outputs but limited educational experience are unlikely to be shortlisted for this role.

There is significant growth in demand for our education programmes and this is an exciting opportunity for you to develop your professional profile and work as part of a world-renowned education group. In return we will provide a great range of benefits which includes membership of the USS pension scheme, 30 days holiday plus bank holidays and Christmas closure, and excellent learning and development opportunities.

Informal Queries

For an informal conversation about this role contact Dr Awinder Kaur, Head of Digital Technologies and Machine Intelligence (DTMI) Education Group, awinder.kaur@warwick.ac.uk.

About You

The role will suit individuals with a passion for applied, industry-focused education, and those who teach technical content in practical and engaging ways. You will have opportunities to shape content that prepares students for careers in data engineering, data analytics, and data driven innovation.

For roles at Assistant Professor level the successful candidate will hold a doctorate, or equivalent professional qualification alongside a postgraduate degree, and have experience of teaching in a higher education context.

CLOSING DEADLINE: Sunday 15th March 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

Full details of the duties and selection criteria for this role can be found in the vacancy advert on the University of Warwick's jobs pages. You will be routed to this when you click on the 'Apply' button.