Would you like to be an instructor and help train the digital specialists of the future?

The technological development is moving fast. Artificial intelligence, machine learning, cyber security and new digital solutions are changing companies' needs and requirements for future employees. Therefore we are seeking two new instructors for our IT educations in Roskilde, who will help develop and educate the next generation of IT specialists.

Maybe you are currently working as a software developer, cyber security specialist, cloud consultant, IT architect, project manager or consultant. Maybe you have taught before. Maybe you have never stood in front of a class. The most important is that you have strong professional competencies and a desire to pass them on to students who will help shape the future digital society.

About the position

As an instructor you will be a central part of the education programs Datamatiker and Professionsbachelor in Cyber Security. You will have the opportunity to combine your professional expertise with teaching, guidance, educational development and collaboration with companies.

We are in the middle of an exciting development

• The Cyber Security education is continuously developed in line with new threat landscapes, regulation and technologies.
• The Datamatiker education is evolving in a landscape characterized by AI, machine learning, software architecture and modern development methods.
• We work closely with companies to ensure that our educations reflect the industry's current and future needs.

Your tasks will include, among others, to

• teach and guide students
• plan and develop teaching courses
• contribute to the development of the educations' professional content
• collaborate with companies on projects, cases and internships
• guide students in projects and final assignments
• contribute to integrating new technologies and trends into teaching

Depending on your profile you may teach in areas such as

Datamatiker

• software development
• programming and algorithms
• system development
• databases
• software architecture
• cloud and distributed solutions
• AI and machine learning
• DevOps and modern development practices

Cyber Security

• cyber security governance
• network and systems security
• cloud security
• automation and scripting
• software and data security
• risk management, compliance and security culture
• secure development and operation of IT systems

About the team

You will become part of a dedicated IT team in Roskilde consisting of experienced instructors with strong professional profiles and deep insight into the needs of the business world.

We combine experience with a desire for development. With us we share knowledge, challenge each other professionally and help each other succeed. We believe that the best educations are created in collaboration, and we prioritize sparring, cooperation and ongoing development of both teaching and educations.

At the same time you have great freedom to shape your own teaching and bring in your own experiences and interests.

Who are you?

We imagine that you

• have a higher education within IT, software development, cyber security, computer science or a related field
• preferably hold a master's degree such as cand.it., cand.scient., cand.polyt. or equivalent
• alternatively have obtained competencies at a similar level through education and work experience and can participate in a recognition of prior learning
• have experience from the IT industry
• can connect theory and practice
• are curious about new technologies and follow developments within your field
• are keen to make a difference for students
• thrive in collaboration with colleagues, companies and students

It is an advantage if you have experience with one or more of the following areas

• programming and software development
• AI and machine learning
• cloud platforms
• databases and data analytics
• cyber security
• governance, compliance and risk management
• networks and infrastructure
• automation and scripting
• data collection, visualization and analysis
• project management or IT consulting

You do not need to have teaching experience. If you have the motivation and the professional qualifications, we will help you settle well into the role as an instructor.

We offer

At Zealand you have the opportunity to make a visible impact on the future IT industry by educating the specialists that companies are looking for.

You will receive

• a meaningful career with great societal significance
• a strong professional community
• a high degree of flexibility and influence on daily life
• opportunity for ongoing competency development
• freedom to develop teaching and professional initiatives
• close collaboration with the business sector
• opportunity for associate professorship and qualification for lecturer
• a work environment with high ceilings and room for new ideas

Practical information

Employment is full-time corresponding to 37 hours per week. Depending on seniority and background you will be employed as associate professor/assistant professor according to the applicable agreement with the Ministry of Finance as well as the job structure for instructors at business academies, professional bachelor programs and Denmark's Media and Journalism School.

We offer employment as associate professor with opportunity for lecturer qualification within four years or as lecturer if you already have a positive lecturer assessment.

The place of employment is Maglegårdsvej 2, 4000 Roskilde, but activities may occur at Zealand's other addresses.

Start date is January 1, 2027 .

Send your application with CV, copies of diplomas and other relevant documentation via the link below no later than November 8, 2026.

We will hold interviews in weeks 47 and 48.

If you have any questions about the position, you are welcome to contact the head of studies Sissel Quistgaard Pagh at telephone 5076 2744 or [email protected] .

We look forward to hearing from you

We encourage all qualified applicants, regardless of personal background, to apply.

Become part of Zealand

At Zealand’s Zealand University College we educate for jobs in the business world with a focus on combining theory and practice in close collaboration with the region's companies.

With us it is the passion for collaboration and professionalism that drives the work. We educate ambitious and professional practitioners who contribute to growth in business life.

Zealand has campuses in six towns in Region Zealand. Read more at www.zealand.dk