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Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity

University of Canterbury, New Zealand - Computer Science and Software Engineering

Location: Christchurch - New Zealand
Salary: NZ$86,197 to NZ$124,732 or £43,658.61 to £63,176.51 (converted salary*) Lecturer (2.01 - $86,197) to Senior Lecturer (4.05 - $124,732)
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 27th March 2023
Closes: 30th April 2023
Job Ref: 14667

Who You Will Work With

the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering is a strong and forward-looking Department, dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching with collaborative links with research groups and industry throughout New Zealand and the world. The Department and University will assist in the development of a successful research programme and teaching portfolio. This may include, for example, support to start up research, and teaching training and mentoring. 

What You Will Do

We invite applications for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer position in Cyber Security (including Network Security). Lecturers and Senior Lecturers are equivalent to tenured Assistant or Associate Professors respectively in the US System. The level of appointment will depend on the successful candidate’s relevant experience. 

Your research will complement the Department’s present research activities, including but not limited to the topics of Cybersecurity (e.g., Internet of Things, Cyber-physical systems, surveillance, digital forensics, network / cloud engineering and security). You will contribute to teaching in core cybersecurity and computer networking subjects, as well as being encouraged to develop a strong, externally-funded research programme, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students, and collaborate with other academics in the Department’s teaching and research activities. The appointee will be expected to develop links with and contribute to the wider computer science and/or software engineering profession at local, national and international levels. 

Who You Are

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science (with a Cybersecurity or Computer Networking flavour, or a closely aligned discipline), and have a demonstrated record of published research in Cybersecurity (or a closely aligned discipline). The successful candidate will have a commitment to excellence in teaching of core courses in both cyber security and networking at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels. The appointee will demonstrate a background in supervising final year undergraduate projects, Masters and Ph.D. students, an ability in collaborating with others in the University, and interest in contributing to Departmental, College, and University activities. 

What we offer

The University is committed to providing an excellent working environment through:

  • relocation support
  • widely accessible sabbatical provision
  • University and Faculty scholarship support for graduate students
  • generous annual leave provisions
  • supportive working environment
  • professional development and study opportunities
  • living in revitalised Ōtautahi | Christchurch, Aotearoa New Zealand 

The closing date for this position is: 30 April 2023 (Midnight NZ time)

Please note, applications will be reviewed after the close date. 

How You Apply

Applications for this position must be submitted online through our careers website and should include: 

  • cover letter
  • full academic CV with contact information of at least three academic referees
  • research statement highlighting recent research achievements and outlining future research plans (1-2 pages)
  • teaching statement outlining teaching your teaching philosophy and contributions particularly with respect to Cybersecurity (1-2 pages) 

The full application is to be combined into one document and submitted online.

For further information specifically about the role, please contact: Dr. Fabian Gilson, fabian.gilson@canterbury.ac.nz 

We do not accept applications by email; however, we are happy to answer your queries in relation to the application process. Please forward these to WorkatUC@canterbury.ac.nz 

For overseas applicants, please visit Immigration New Zealand website or the New Zealand Government’s official Covid-19 website, to review the latest health and visa requirements for visiting and working in New Zealand. 

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