Assistant/Associate Prof CS - Cyber Security

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive tax-free salary

Comprehensive medical insurance

Annual leave entitlement

Professional development support

Collegial academic environment

Job summary

Uowdubai is seeking an Assistant/Associate Professor in Cyber Security. The successful candidate will balance teaching and research responsibilities, supervising Master's research and delivering core cybersecurity courses. Ideal applicants should have a PhD in Computer Science, at least four years of teaching experience, and a strong research profile. The position offers a competitive tax-free salary, comprehensive medical insurance, and a collegial academic environment.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science with a thesis in Cybersecurity.
• At least 4 years of teaching experience at a recognized institution.
• Strong knowledge in Computer Science.

Responsibilities

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate cybersecurity subjects.
• Supervise Master's dissertations and projects.
• Develop interactive teaching approaches.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research track record

Fluency in English

Expertise in cybersecurity tools

Industry experience in cybersecurity

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Master’s degree in Computer Science

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

UOWD10723 - Assistant/Associate Prof CS - Cyber Security

Business Unit

Job Family

Not Applicable

Department

School of Computer Science

Contract Type

Limited Contract Full Time

Location

Dubai

Requirements & Responsibilities

UOWD invites applications for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor roles in Modern Cybersecurity. These are new appointments supporting program growth at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.

The role is balanced across teaching and research, with a full teaching load and strong expectations for research productivity, postgraduate supervision, and contribution to the academic development of the School.

The successful candidates will play a key role in delivering core and specialist cybersecurity subjects, supervising Master’s research, and contributing to UOWD’s research profile in modern cybersecurity.

The appointees will teach across a range of undergraduate and postgraduate subjects, which may include:

• MACS901 – Advanced Network Security & Threat Detection
• MACS902 – Modern Cryptography
• MACS903 – Secure Software Development & Penetration Testing
• MACS904 – Cloud, IoT & Emerging Technologies Security
• MACS905 – Cybersecurity Governance, Risk & Compliance
• MACS906 – Cybersecurity Strategy & Leadership
• MDT917 – Cyber Security Practitioner

Undergraduate / Core Subjects

• CSIT302 – Cyber Security
• CSCI369 – Ethical Hacking
• CSCI368 – Network Security
• CSIT110 – Fundamental Programming with Python
• CSIT114 – System Analysis
• CSIT115 – Data Management & Security
• CSIT121 – Object‑Oriented Design & Programming
• CSCI251 – Advanced Programming
• CSCI235 – Database Systems
• CSIT314 – Software Development Methodologies

Teaching responsibilities include:

• Undergraduate and postgraduate teaching
• Supervision of Master’s dissertations and research projects
• Use of modern, interactive, and technology-enabled teaching approaches

Research Expectations

The successful candidates will demonstrate a strong and sustained research profile, including:

• A minimum of ten (10) peer-reviewed journal publications in the last five years
• Publications indexed in Scopus and/or Web of Science
• Evidence of secured research funding and grant activity
• Engagement in interdisciplinary research collaboration
• Clear alignment of research agenda with modern cybersecurity themes

Qualifications & Experience

To qualify for the above role, candidate must have the following qualifications and experience

• A PhD in Computer Science, with a doctoral thesis in Cybersecurity
• A Master’s degree and Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science
• At least 4 years of teaching experience at an internationally recognized institution
• Strong foundational knowledge in Computer Science
• Demonstrated expertise in modern cybersecurity tools, technologies, and practices
• Proven ability to teach large undergraduate and postgraduate classes
• Strong research track record in cybersecurity
• Fluency in the English language (both spoken and written)
• Prior teaching experience in the GCC or similar international contexts
• Industry experience in advanced cybersecurity systems or the IT/technology sector
• Ability to integrate practical, hands‑on cybersecurity tools into teaching and research

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) offers a competitive and comprehensive employment package designed to attract and retain high‑calibre academic staff, aligned with international university standards and local regulatory requirements.

The employment package for this role includes:

• Competitive tax‑free salary, commensurate with academic rank, qualifications, and experience
• Comprehensive medical insurance, with coverage provided in accordance with UOWD policy
• Annual leave entitlement in line with UOWD policy and UAE Labour Law
• Public holidays as per the UAE calendar
• End‑of‑service gratuity, calculated in accordance with UAE Labour Law
• Professional development support, including access to research facilities, academic resources, and scholarly networks
• A collegial and research‑active academic environment

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.