Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security

University of West London; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of West London is seeking an experienced educator to enrich the School of Computing and Engineering. The ideal candidate will teach Cyber Security modules and have a strong background in the field, contributing to both teaching and research initiatives, aimed at enhancing student experience and employability.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in Cyber Security.
• Significant teaching experience in the Higher Education sector.
• Strong knowledge of current computing practices.

Responsibilities

• Teach and develop undergraduate and postgraduate modules in Cyber Security.
• Contribute to outreach and student recruitment activities.
• Engage in research aligned with Cyber Security.

Skills

Pen-testing

Ethical hacking

Secure Programming

Computer and Network Security

Cryptography

IOT/CPS

Education

PhD in Computer Science or closely related field

Job description

The University of West London (UWL) is ranked the best modern* university (non-specialist) in London in the Complete University Guide 2025.

We are ranked 30th university in the UK in The Guardian University Guide 2025, Number 1 London university for overall student satisfaction in the National Student Survey 2024 and Best university for Student Experience and Teaching Quality in the UK in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024.

The UWL community is a diverse body of students and staff who work together to create an environment of success and achievement. We celebrate the diversity of our staff and promote our values in practice through our commitment to inclusivity, progression, and success.

*University status awarded in or after 1992

The School

The School of Computing and Engineering is a professional and student focused School with high quality teaching, student experience and research informed teaching at the top of its priority list. The School has strong links with local, national and international partners and employability of graduates is the key to courses that we offer. The School enjoys state-of-the-art equipment and continues to invest heavily in its improvement. Our courses are fully accredited by relevant professional bodies across the board.

The Role

We are looking for an outstanding academic who can supplement and strengthen our existing faculty.

They will teach on and develop undergraduate and postgraduate modules related to Cyber Security. An evidenced track record is required within two or more of the following areas of Cyber Security: Pen-testing, Ethical hacking, Secure Programming (operating system security), Computer and Network Security, Cryptography, and IOT/CPS.

They will also contribute to outreach activities and be proactive in student recruitment activities.

The Person

The ideal candidate should be a creative, collaborative, and passionate individual with a strong knowledge of current computing practice and be able to teach a range of computing subjects, including Cyber Security, Programming, Algorithms, Computer Logic and Architecture, Software Engineering, Database Design, both at undergraduate and postgraduate level.

Applicants may hold a PhD in Computer Science or a closely related field, or have significant industrial experience. In addition, they must have a demonstrable track record of research within this area and hold significant teaching experience within the Higher Education sector.

In addition to the online application form, applicants must submit a full academic CV, including a list of their recent peer-reviewed publications.

How to Apply

To apply click on 'Apply Online' and fill out the application form. Further information about the application process can be found here: https://jobs.uwl.ac.uk/display.aspx?id=1253&pid=0

Please email [e-mail] if you need any assistance with the application process.

For informal enquiries about the position please contact Prof Phil Cox, Head of School of School of Computing and Engineering on [e-mail]

Additional Information

Read more about working at the University of West London at https://www.uwl.ac.uk/about-us/how-university-works/why-work-uwl

We welcome applications from individuals who do not have a fellowship of the Higher Education Academy (HEA). Should you be successful and do not hold an HEA fellowship you will be asked to complete one within 2 years of appointment as a condition of your continued employment. Depending on eligibility this may take the form of an advanced Level 7 apprenticeship in teaching which means that you will spend 20% of your work in off-the-job study.

Our school is under-represented in terms of staff from minority ethnic backgrounds, of LGBT+ identities, and with disabilities. UWL is committed to having a diverse and inclusive workforce, supports the gender equality Athena SWAN Charter, and is a Disability Confident Employer. We welcome applications from all sections of the community, particularly those mentioned above to increase diversity in our workforce.

Candidates must be able to demonstrate their eligibility to work in the UK in accordance with the Immigration, Asylum and Nationality Act 2006.

This position does not meet the University criteria for Skilled Worker sponsorship.

Please be advised that it is expected that appointment within a grade will normally be at the minimum point.

We will intermittently review the applications as part of this open advert, therefore if successful, you will be shortlisted and contacted at any time.

The University of West London reserves the right to close the role prior to this date should a suitable applicant be found.