264 Microsoft Research jobs in London

• Deliver high-quality teaching and provide academic guidance to undergraduate and postgraduate students in Computer Science.
• Develop and deliver innovative course materials, lectures, and assessments across a range of computer science topics.
• Conduct independent research, publish findings in leading academic journals and conferences, and secure research funding.
• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and PhD candidates.
• Contribute to the strategic development and enhancement of the Computer Science curriculum and department initiatives.
• Engage in academic leadership, potentially including module leadership or committee work.
• Participate actively in departmental meetings, university committees, and academic events.
• Foster collaborations with industry partners and other academic institutions.
• Mentor junior academic staff and contribute to a supportive and collaborative academic environment.
• Uphold the university's standards of academic excellence and integrity.

• PhD in Computer Science or a closely related discipline.
• A strong track record of research excellence, evidenced by peer-reviewed publications and a significant research profile.
• Demonstrated experience of successful university-level teaching and student supervision.
• Expertise in at least one core area of Computer Science, with a willingness to teach across related fields.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to inspire and engage students.
• Proven ability to secure research grants and funding.
• Experience in curriculum development and academic leadership is highly desirable.
• Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
• Familiarity with modern pedagogical approaches and educational technologies.

• Deliver engaging and effective lectures, seminars, and practical sessions across a range of computer science modules at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research in an area of computer science, publishing findings in leading academic journals and conferences.
• Supervise Master's and Ph.D. students, guiding their research projects to successful completion.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the computer science curriculum.
• Provide academic guidance and pastoral support to students.
• Seek and manage research funding through grant applications.
• Engage in departmental administration and contribute to university committees.
• Mentor and support early-career researchers and teaching staff.
• Present research findings at national and international conferences.
• Foster strong links with industry and other academic institutions.

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• A strong track record of research output, evidenced by publications in reputable journals and conference proceedings.
• Experience in teaching computer science at university level, with evidence of excellent teaching evaluations.
• Proven ability to supervise postgraduate research students.
• Demonstrated success in securing external research funding.
• Expertise in at least one core area of computer science (e.g., Artificial Intelligence, Software Engineering, Data Science, Cybersecurity, Theoretical Computer Science).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively within a diverse academic community.
• Experience with curriculum design and development is advantageous.

About the role:

Bright Heart Education’s tuition agency (an employment business) seeks experienced tutors with excellent written and spoken English - experience working with students with ASC is strongly desired. We require tutors who can support at GCSE Level Computer Science.

Benefits of the role:

You will be working as a self-employed, part-time tutor. Bright Heart provides its tutors with opportunities for professional development.

In addition, Bright Heart offers the right candidate:

• A £5 per journey travel contribution (in addition to the advertised pay rate)
• A respectful working environment for tutors
• On-going training and support from experienced education professionals
• Access to comprehensive CPD and upskilling opportunities through TES Develop
• Tutor of the Month award (prize of £150) selected each month
• A 10% incentive for tutors who work 80 hours or more within an 6-month period

Responsibilities

• Successful candidates will be provided with further information and guidelines on the Bright Heart Approach and relevant training for working with SEN students

About the Company

Bright Heart is an award-winning London-based tuition agency – we won the Tuition Business of the Year award in the 2022 National Tutoring Awards arranged by The Tutors’ Association (runners-up in 2023 and 2024). We were also an accredited Tuition Partner for the National Tutoring Programme (NTP) which ended in August 2024.

We offer a more nurturing approach and help students with special educational needs (SEN) and those lacking confidence or motivation. Our heart-based approach – the ‘Bright Heart Approach’ – involves meeting the whole person from their unique perspective with warmth to build trust, self-esteem and self-belief, before building on academic abilities.

Bright Heart is committed to providing the best possible care to its students and vulnerable adults and to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people.

Qualifications

All candidates must have the right to work in the UK and a current Enhanced DBS certificate (with a check of the children’s barred list) before commencing any tutoring assignments (we can apply on behalf of a candidate if not currently held). Candidates must also provide 2 relevant professional references and a parent reference. Candidates who have lived / worked overseas in the last 5 years will also need to provide certain overseas checks, including a police certificate. Please review the safer recruitment policy on our website for further details.

In addition, candidates should have:

• At least 12 months of relevant tutoring and/or teaching experience in the UK
• Excellent spoken and written English
• Strong subject knowledge in their tuition subject(s)
• University qualification or studying towards one and A-levels
• Passion for teaching and their tuition subject(s)
• SEN tuition/teaching experience and a passion for working with students with SEN

• Deliver engaging and informative lectures, seminars, and practical sessions across undergraduate and postgraduate computer science modules.
• Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and assessment methods.
• Conduct high-quality research in a specialization within computer science, publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
• Supervise and mentor undergraduate and postgraduate research projects and dissertations.
• Contribute to curriculum design and enhancement within the department.
• Participate in departmental administrative tasks, including admissions, examination boards, and committee work.
• Seek and secure external research funding.
• Promote and contribute to the academic reputation of the department and the university.
• Foster a supportive and intellectually stimulating learning environment for students.
• Engage in professional development activities to stay current with advancements in computer science and pedagogy.

• A PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field.
• A strong publication record in reputable academic journals and conferences.
• Significant experience in teaching computer science at the university level.
• Demonstrated ability to design and deliver effective teaching programs.
• Proven ability to conduct independent and collaborative research.
• Experience in supervising student research projects.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• A commitment to academic excellence and student success.
• Ability to work effectively within a team and contribute to departmental goals.
• Evidence of ability to attract research funding.

• PhD in Computer Science or a relevant field.
• A strong publication record in peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Demonstrable experience in university-level teaching and curriculum development.
• Expertise in one or more core areas of computer science (e.g., AI, Software Engineering, Data Science).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to mentor and supervise students effectively.
• Experience with learning management systems (LMS) and hybrid teaching methods.
• A commitment to academic research and scholarship.
• Evidence of securing research funding is advantageous.

• Deliver engaging and informative lectures, seminars, and practical sessions across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate computer science modules.
• Develop and update curriculum content to ensure it remains current with industry advancements and academic best practices.
• Supervise student research projects, dissertations, and theses.
• Conduct independent, high-quality research in a relevant area of Computer Science, publishing findings in leading peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of departmental research strategy.
• Seek external research funding through grant applications.
• Undertake academic administrative duties, such as module coordination, examination board participation, and admissions processes.
• Contribute to the mentoring and professional development of junior academic staff and teaching assistants.
• Represent the department and university at academic and professional events.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive learning environment for all students.

• A Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related field from a reputable university.
• A strong publication record in high-impact computer science journals and conferences.
• Demonstrable experience of teaching computer science at university level, with a proven ability to inspire and engage students.
• Experience in curriculum development and course design.
• A clear research agenda and the ability to attract research funding.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Evidence of academic leadership or significant contribution to departmental administration.
• Proficiency in at least one major programming language and familiarity with computing theory.
• Postdoctoral research experience is highly desirable.
• A commitment to student success and academic excellence.

• Deliver engaging and informative lectures and tutorials in various areas of Computer Science at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and assessments to reflect current industry trends and research advancements.
• Conduct independent research and publish findings in reputable peer-reviewed journals and conferences.
• Supervise and mentor Ph.D. and Master's students in their research projects.
• Contribute to the development and enhancement of the Computer Science curriculum.
• Participate in academic committees and contribute to the administrative functions of the department.
• Collaborate with colleagues on research grants and interdisciplinary projects.
• Present research at national and international conferences.
• Foster a vibrant and inclusive learning environment for students.
• Engage in scholarly activities and contribute to the academic reputation of the institution.

• Ph.D. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.
• A strong record of peer-reviewed publications in recognized journals and conferences.
• Demonstrated experience in university-level teaching and curriculum development.
• Proven ability to attract research funding and manage research projects.
• Expertise in at least one core area of Computer Science (e.g., algorithms, data structures, software engineering, AI, cybersecurity, databases).
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative remote team.
• Commitment to fostering an inclusive and diverse academic environment.
• Postdoctoral research experience is highly desirable.
• Experience with online teaching methodologies and learning management systems is a plus.

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate engaging lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions in Computer Science.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, dissertations, and theses.
• Conduct high-quality research in a specialized area of Computer Science, contributing to publications in leading journals and conferences.
• Secure research funding through grant applications and collaborations.
• Contribute to curriculum development and the design of new courses and modules.
• Undertake academic administration duties, including examination setting and marking.
• Mentor and guide students, providing academic and pastoral support.
• Collaborate with colleagues within the department and across other university faculties.
• Promote the department's research and teaching activities externally.
• Stay abreast of current trends and advancements in Computer Science education and research.
• Participate in departmental and university committees and working groups.
• Contribute to the enhancement of the student learning experience.
• Potentially supervise postdoctoral researchers and contribute to research group leadership.
• Represent the university at academic events and conferences.
• Engage in professional development activities to maintain and enhance expertise.