FULL TIME
BORMLA, MALTA
FULL DAY
11 September 2026
Ref: 452716

The Department of Data Science seeks an Assistant Professor with expertise in (but not limited to) Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data Science, and Software Engineering.

Responsibilities Teaching Responsibilities

Undertake teaching in degree and non-degree programs
Play an active role in the design, development, planning, and review of courses, modules, etc. for degree and non-degree programs
Provide general guidance and support to students, and give timely and relevant feedback
Mentor students undertaking capstone projects, learning labs, and other projects or activities Research Responsibilities
Undertake scholarly and/or practice-oriented research and actively publish in internationally recognized peer-reviewed research journals
Aim to be recognized as a thought leader in their chosen field, developing and maintaining a research profile appropriate to the discipline Citizenship Responsibilities
Uphold the Institute's values in all activities, both personal and professional
Be an active and responsible member of the Institute's collegial body and open to accepting administrative/leadership assignments if an opportunity arises
Contribute to the management, administrative processes, and committee responsibilities of the Institute
Actively take part in activities of Programs, Schools, and Institute Key Requirements Required Qualifications: Ph.D. in Computer Science, AI, Data Science, Software Engineering, or a closely related field (completed by the start date). Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and mentorship. Strong research portfolio with peer-reviewed publications in AI, Data Science, or Software Engineering. Ability to communicate effectively and collaborate across disciplines. Commitment to fostering an inclusive environment for students, faculty, and staff. Preferred Qualifications: Postdoctoral research or industry experience in AI/Data Science domains. Experience teaching courses in machine learning, data analytics, or software engineering practices. Track record of securing external funding or collaborating on funded projects. Proficiency with tools/frameworks (e.g., Python, TensorFlow, PyTorch, Hadoop/Spark) or software engineering tools (e.g., Git, CI/CD). Experience in interdisciplinary research (e.g., AI for social good, healthcare informatics, data analytics, smart systems).

Profiles

If multiple Education and Language Profiles are defined, please note that you must fit at least one of them, but not necessarily all.

PROFILE 1

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ENGLISH

ISCED Level: Doctoral or equivalent - Level (8)

Competencies

Receive and monitor pupils during breaks, excursions, busy moments; when in the study room
Assess damage cases or incidents. Inform director, parents, emergency services...
Check and fill out administrative documents and correspondence of pupils (follow-up on absenteeism, reports...)
Monitor punctuality and presence of pupils/students during lessons. Check absence notes. Inform parents
Check pupils' behaviour (monitoring). Check application of in-house rules, safety regulations and behavioral rules
Coordinate team activities
Develop and start up preventive actions against indecent behaviour, violence, damages... among students/pupils
Intervene among students/pupils: Guidance during cultural/artistic activities
Intervene among students/pupils: Guidance in library
Intervene among students/pupils: Guidance during sports activities
Intervene among students/pupils: Teaching of information technologies and their usage
Intervene among students/pupils: Support with school work (give or correct exercises, homework)
Evacuate persons and bring them to safety in case of fire or accidents. Accompany emergency services
Organise and start extra-school or after-school activities (students council, clubs...)
Help organise start of new scholastic year, election of class representatives, registration of pupils for exams...
Perform administration duties and document handling
Create activity reports (class council, disciplinary council), dossiers, projects, financing applications...
Monitor pupils during: school activities (excursions, travels...)
Monitor pupils during: examinations
Monitor pupils during: short breaks, playtime...
Monitor pupils during: study time

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Experience(months)

LECTURER, UNIVERSITY AND HIGHER EDUCATION

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Salary: €50,000-65,000 per year

Full Time Professor in Computer Science

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