PhD Holders in Cybersecurity

Karlstad University; Khor Fakkan; On-site; AED 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading academic institution in the UAE is seeking a Professor of Cybersecurity to teach and conduct research. Candidates must have a PhD in a related field and at least three years of teaching experience. This role involves supervising student projects, publishing research, and developing curricula that incorporate emerging technologies. The ideal candidate will have expertise in penetration testing and collaboration with industry partners.

Qualifications

• PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field from a recognized university.
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience in cybersecurity.
• Strong research record with publications in internationally ranked peer-reviewed journals.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in cybersecurity including network defense and malware analysis.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in peer-reviewed journals.
• Supervise student research and thesis projects.

Skills

Teaching experience in cybersecurity

Research record in peer-reviewed journals

Expertise in cybersecurity tools

Curriculum development

Collaboration with industry

Education

PhD in Cybersecurity or related field

Tools

Wireshark

Kali Linux

Metasploit

SIEM systems

Job description

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in cybersecurity, including network defense, malware analysis, and security architecture.
• Conduct high-quality research and publish in internationally recognized, peer-reviewed journals.
• Supervise student research, graduation projects, as well as master's and doctoral theses.
• Develop and update curricula to reflect emerging trends and technologies in cybersecurity.
• Participate in academic accreditation processes and ensure that courses meet international standards.
• Lead advanced research and technical projects in areas such as AI in cybersecurity, blockchain security, and threat detection.
• Provide cybersecurity consulting and build collaborations with industry partners to enhance practical applications and student exposure.
• Represent the university at international scientific events, conferences, and academic workshops.

Required Qualifications and Competencies

• PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a related field from a recognized university.
• A minimum of three years of teaching experience in cybersecurity or information security.
• A strong research record with publications in internationally ranked, peer-reviewed journals.
• Expertise in areas such as penetration testing, cryptography, security protocols, and digital forensics.
• Ability to develop curricula integrating real-world cybersecurity case studies and simulation tools.
• Proficiency with cybersecurity tools and frameworks such as Wireshark, Kali Linux, Metasploit, and SIEM systems.
• Experience in supervising graduation projects and postgraduate research.
• Preference for candidates with experience in e-learning environments and blended learning approaches.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate with industry partners and support innovation and applied research.

Application Process

Applicants should submit a CV, cover letter, research statement, teaching philosophy

The University of KhorFakkan (UKF) is dedicated to fostering innovation, research, and academic excellence.