Associate Lecturer in Web Programming

Birkbeck University of London; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - GBP 80,000; Part time

Job summary

A prominent higher education institution in Greater London is seeking a part-time Associate Lecturer to teach Web Programming using PHP during the Summer Term of 2026. The role involves delivering teaching sessions and managing related administrative duties. Ideal candidates will have relevant qualifications and a strong track record in student engagement. This fixed-term position runs from April to August 2026, with competitive hourly pay starting at £69.68.

Qualifications

• Experience in teaching Web Programming using PHP at the corresponding level.
• Demonstrated ability to engage students effectively.

Responsibilities

• Deliver teaching to students in the Web Programming module.
• Undertake related administrative duties for the course.

Skills

Knowledge of PHP

Experience in teaching

Student engagement

Education

Relevant qualification in the subject area

Job description

Overview

Birkbeck, University of London, is looking to recruit a part-time, fixed-term Associate Lecturer to teach this Summer 2026.

Joining Birkbeck's School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences, you would teach on the following module:

• Web Programming using PHP - Level 4
• Teaching evenings 6-9pm, Summer Term

Responsibilities

Your role will be to deliver teaching to Birkbeck students, in order to enable them to complete their studies successfully, and to undertake all related course administrative duties as required.

Qualifications

You will have knowledge of and experience in the above module and be qualified to the corresponding level of the award as required to teach (or demonstrate equivalent professional/industry level experience).

Please refer to the person specification for further selection criteria.

Application and Selection

If you have knowledge in this area, and you are an excellent and innovative teacher with a track record of student engagement, and want to contribute to an impactful educational experience - apply with us at Birkbeck today.

Remuneration

Payment is based on an hourly rate depending on length of continuous service with the College (starting rate £69.68 per hour inclusive of pro-rata London Allowance and holiday pay) for contact hours worked. This hourly rate is based on the starting point of Grade 7 and is inclusive of a ‘Duties Related to Teaching Multiplier’ at 2.5, which covers preparation, teaching, administration, assessment marking and other examining duties in connection with the course.

Contract

Fixed-term, April to August 2026, part-time contract. Please submit a CV and statement for consideration. Closing date: 5 March 2026; interview date: 13 March 2026.

Enquiries

If you would like to know more about the role, please contact Ian Hollender, Lecturer, [e-mail]

If you have difficulty using the recruitment portal, please contact [e-mail] providing your name and the job reference number of the position. While we are happy to respond to all informal enquiries, only formal applications through the online system will be considered.

Diversity and Inclusion

We welcome applicants from all sections of the community. The College is committed to improving the gender and cultural diversity of its workforce, holding an Athena SWAN award and operating Disability Confident & Mindful Employer schemes.