Lecturer in Cyber Security

University of St Andrews; St Andrews; Hybrid; GBP 47,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation support

Pension scheme (USS, 14.5%)

Hybrid working environment

Staff discount scheme

Free staff parking

Carshare and Cycle to Work schemes

Subsidised local bus travel

LinkedIn Learning and training access

Job summary

The University of St Andrews is seeking a Lecturer in Cyber Security within the School of Computer Science. You will develop an internationally recognised research profile and deliver high‑quality teaching across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Applicants should have a PhD in cyber security, computer science or a closely related discipline and show potential to deliver teaching, supervise student research and help develop curriculum.

Qualifications

• PhD in cyber security or closely related discipline must be held or nearing completion.
• Ability to deliver high‑quality teaching and supervise student research.
• Experience pursuing external funding is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high‑quality, research‑led teaching in cyber security.
• Establish an ambitious programme of original research.
• Pursue external funding and contribute to impact.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research.

Education

PhD in cyber security, computer science, or closely related discipline

Job description

Start Date: To Be Confirmed

Duration: Standard, Full Time

The School of Computer Science is seeking to appoint a Lecturer in Cyber Security. You will be an emerging scholar with the potential to develop an internationally recognised research profile and a strong commitment to delivering high-quality, research-led teaching in cyber security and related areas of Computer Science.

We welcome applications from collegial candidates whose research will complement and extend the School’s existing strengths. Relevant areas include, but are not limited to, systems and network security, software security, applied cryptography, privacy-enhancing technologies, privacy in computer systems and computer communication, usable security, the security of emerging technologies, and the human, organisational and societal dimensions of cyber security. The successful candidate will establish an ambitious programme of original research, pursue external funding and meaningful impact, and contribute to excellent teaching and supervision across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.

Candidates should hold (or be nearing completion of) a PhD in cyber security, computer science or a closely related discipline. They should demonstrate the potential to deliver excellent teaching, supervise student research, and contribute to curriculum development. An interest in knowledge exchange, and an understanding of the processes involved in securing funding from research councils and other external sources are also essential.

St Andrews offers more than just a place to work—it is a place to belong. We value collegiality, inclusion, and wellbeing, and we are committed to creating a workplace where staff can thrive and perform at their best.

Benefits

• Financial contribution to relocation (subject to eligibility)
• Membership of the USS Pension Scheme with a generous employer contribution of 14.5%
• A hybrid working environment, including partial homeworking where appropriate and a range of family friendly policies, supporting work-life balance
• Staff discount scheme for local and national goods and services
• Free staff parking, employee Carshare and Cycle to Work Schemes and subsidised local bus travel
• Subsidised sports membership, reduced tuition fees on degree programmes for staff, access to training and development opportunities including LinkedIn Learning, access to library facilities, salary sacrifice scheme
• 34 Days Annual Leave plus 5 Public Holidays

At St Andrews, equality, diversity & inclusion are central to who we are & form a core pillar of our University Strategy. We are committed to creating a fair, inclusive & supportive workplace, reflected in our participation in national diversity charters & awards, including Athena Swan, Carer Positive & the Race Equality Charter.

Applications are particularly welcome from women who would be joining our multicultural School which includes staff and students from across the world. Women comprise over 25% of the BSc & 35% of the MSc cohorts & account for 25% of our academic staff.

Applications are particularly welcome from people from the Black, Asian & Minority Ethnic (BAME) community & other protected characteristics who are under-represented in academic posts at the University.

The successful candidate will have to demonstrate their right to work in the UK prior to commencing employment & where required, the University can support with visa sponsorship.

Closing Date: 16 November 2026

Interview Date: 14 December 2026

£47,389 to £58,226 per annum Grade 7