Senior Lecturer

Akatech; Melbourne; On-site; AUD 119,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate academic to join their world-class Cyber Security research group. This role involves teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels, leading innovative research, and collaborating with industry partners to drive impactful advancements. The successful candidate will possess a PhD in a relevant field and demonstrate a strong track record in Cyber Security research. If you are a collaborative and adaptable researcher with excellent communication skills, this opportunity is perfect for you to make a significant impact in the field.

Qualifications

• Strong track record in Cyber Security with quality research publications.
• Ability to engage effectively with academic and industry stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate subjects with a focus on quality.
• Conduct high-quality scholarly research in Cyber Security.

Skills

Cyber Security

Research Skills

Teaching Skills

Communication Skills

Education

PhD in Computer Science

PhD in Software Engineering

PhD in Information Systems

Job description

School/Institution: The University of Melbourne, Australia, Melbourne

Employment Type: Full-time

Posted: 2025-02-23

Lecturer/ Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security

Employer: UNIVERSITY OF MELBOURNE

Location: Melbourne, Victoria, Australia

Salary: $119,231 - $168,403 p.a

Position Number: 0065195

Role type: Full-time/Part-time; Continuing

Faculty: Engineering and Information Technology

School: Computing and Information Systems

About the Role

The School of Computing and Information Systems at the University of Melbourne is seeking a passionate academic to contribute to teaching and research in Cyber Security. Based in Melbourne Connect, this role involves leading innovative research, publishing in top-tier venues, securing independent funding, and collaborating with industry and interdisciplinary teams across the University. The successful candidate will join a world-class Cyber Security research group, teach at undergraduate and graduate levels, and engage with industry and government partners to drive impactful advancements in the field.

Your responsibilities will include:

1. Teach subjects to a standard that delivers a high-quality learning experience for students in the Bachelors and Masters, as directed by the Head of School or Deputy Head;
2. Conduct lectures and tutorials at undergraduate and postgraduate level including engagement in teaching innovation and improvement;
3. Develop and innovate high quality subject materials and subject delivery, including the use of web resources as appropriate;
4. Preparation of project work to support student learning;
5. Conduct high quality scholarly research in the discipline of Cyber Security;
6. Build and foster partnerships with industry, government and other collaborators.

Who We Are Looking For

The successful candidate will be a collaborative and adaptable researcher with a strong track record in Cyber Security, demonstrating excellent communication skills and the ability to engage effectively with academic, industry, and international stakeholders. They will possess a proactive and interdisciplinary mindset, excelling in teamwork, independent research, and knowledge-sharing through teaching, seminars, and collaborative projects.

You will also have:

1. A PhD in computer science, software engineering or information systems (or relevant discipline);
2. A track record of quality research in Cyber Security as evidenced by research publications in leading peer-reviewed conferences or journals commensurate with opportunity;
3. Demonstrated ability to perform independent research and a commitment to interdisciplinary research;

This role requires that the successful candidate must undergo and maintain an up-to-date Working with Children Check. This is essential to guarantee a secure environment for all individuals at the University. In the case the selected candidate doesn't have a valid Working with Children Check, they will be able to apply for the WWCC as part of the initial onboarding procedures.

Please note: Visa sponsorship is available for this position.

If you feel this role is right for you, please apply with the following documents:

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter outlining your interest and experience in relation to the key selection criteria

Please ensure that you apply through the Apply Now button at the bottom of this advertisement. However, if you have any questions regarding the recruitment process, please feel free to contact Shabon Nawabi via email at [e-mail], ensuring that you include the Position Number and the Job Title as the subject.