Lecturer in Digital Technologies

University of East London; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 46,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A UK-based university is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity Education to teach courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The role involves supervising projects, developing curricula, and producing impactful research. Ideal candidates should have experience in higher education, knowledge in cybersecurity areas, and utilize technology-enhanced learning techniques. This full-time, permanent position offers a competitive salary and various benefits, including hybrid working and generous holiday leave.

Benefits

20% pension contribution

35 days holiday plus bank holidays

Subsidised gym membership

Cashback healthcare scheme

Various discounts

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in higher education.
• Experience of supervising undergraduate and/or postgraduate projects.
• In-depth knowledge of cybersecurity sub-areas like networks and cloud computing.
• Evidence of using technology-enhanced learning techniques.
• For Senior Lecturer: programme leadership experience and impactful research outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in cybersecurity.
• Supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate project students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme leadership.
• Employ technology-enhanced learning techniques.
• Produce impactful research for university's REF submission.

Skills

Teaching in higher education

Supervising undergraduate projects

Knowledge of cybersecurity and networks

Technology-enhanced learning techniques

Curriculum development

Education

PhD in computer science or related field

Job description

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity Education (Academic Education Pathway)

Department of Informatics at University of East London (UEL) is looking to appoint a Lecturer or Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity Education at Strand, London, WC2R 2LS. This is an exciting time to join our team as we transition to a digital environment and modernise assessment delivery.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in cybersecurity and related areas.
• Supervise undergraduate and/or postgraduate project students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and programme leadership.
• Employ technology‑enhanced learning techniques.
• Produce impactful research contributing to the university’s REF submission.

Qualifications

• Experience of teaching in higher education.
• Experience of supervising undergraduate and/or postgraduate project students.
• In‑depth knowledge of the CDT area and specialist knowledge in one or more of the following sub‑areas: cyber security and networks, Internet of Things, web and mobile applications development, software engineering, cloud computing, data science and AI.
• Evidence of using technology‑enhanced learning techniques.
• For a Senior Lecturer: experience of programme leadership and curriculum development, evidence of impactful research outcomes, and a PhD level in computer science or a closely related subject area (or a higher degree and/or significant industrial experience).

Location & Salary

Location: Strand, London, WC2R 2LS (Docklands Campus). Salary: £46,471 to £60,752 per annum inclusive of London weighting.

Benefits

We offer a competitive salary (DOE), 20% pension (4% employee, 16% employer), 35 days holiday (plus 3 days over Christmas) and bank holidays, hybrid working for most positions, subsidised gym membership, 3× base salary life assurance, cashback healthcare scheme, and various discounts. The role is full‑time, permanent, 40 hours per week.

Equal Opportunities

Equal Opportunities As an inclusive, equal‑opportunities employer, our Stonewall membership and Athena Swan awards reflect our ongoing dedication to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion and we’re committed to closing the diversity pay gap.