Chair in Cybersecurity & Emerging Technologies (Hybrid)

Dunhillmedical; Sheffield; Hybrid; GBP 73,000 - 92,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

41 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Generous pension scheme

Staff networks and development

Job summary

The University of Sheffield invites applications for the Chair in Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies in the School of Computer Science. This professor-level appointment provides strategic leadership for cybersecurity and emerging tech, aligning with national priorities and the UK National Quantum Strategy.

The role includes developing research groups and collaborating with national agencies and industry partners.

Qualifications

• PhD in computer science or closely related discipline.
• High-quality publication record in cybersecurity, quantum and/or cryptography in recognized journals/conferences.
• Proven track record of securing external research funding.
• Experience developing and delivering teaching and curricula at multiple levels.
• Effective academic leadership including mentoring and performance reviews.
• Ability to contribute to school strategy and academic governance.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills for collaboration.
• Willingness to lead and engage in knowledge transfer and consultancy.

Responsibilities

• Conduct independent and collaborative world-leading research and publish outcomes.
• Secure external funding to sustain and broaden research initiatives.
• Lead cross-university and industry collaborations for knowledge exchange and impact.
• Mentor early-career researchers and supervise postgraduate students.
• Design, deliver and assess high-quality, innovative courses and curricula.
• Drive teaching policy implementation and pedagogical improvements.
• Lead and support staff in building a collaborative, inclusive environment.
• Carry out other duties commensurate with the post.”

Skills

Publication track record

External funding

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Leadership

Strategic collaboration

Education

PhD in Computer Science

Job description

The University of Sheffield invites applications for the Chair in Cybersecurity and Emerging Technologies in the School of Computer Science. This professor-level appointment provides strategic leadership for cybersecurity and emerging tech, aligning with national priorities and the UK National Quantum Strategy.

The role includes developing research groups and collaborating with national agencies and industry partners.