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Reader/Professor in Cybersecurity

Aston University - Computer Science & Digital Technologies

Location: Birmingham
Salary: £65,632 to £101,647 per annum. Grade: Band 01
Hours: Full Time
Contract Type: Permanent
Placed On: 18th October 2024
Closes: 11th November 2024
Job Ref: 0428-24

Location: Aston University Main Campus

Closing Date: 23.59 hours GMT on Monday 11 November 2024

Interview Date: To be confirmed

The Aston School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies is looking for a Reader or Professor in Cybersecurity to lead and develop its teaching and research activity in cybersecurity. The post holder will be expected to act as mentor to the current cybersecurity team, whilst defining the future Cyber Security research strategy in the school and lead on the recruitment of new staff.  

The school is experiencing a period of growth in terms of research activity and student recruitment in the digital sciences: computer science, cyber security, artificial intelligence and data science.

The University has a strongly defined digital strategy, articulated through the Sir Peter Rigby Digital Futures Institute and related research centres; Aston Centre for AI Research and Application (ACAIRA) within the college, the Research Centre for Cybersecurity Innovation (CSI) and the Forensic Linguistic Institute being particularly relevant for the post holder. 

The successful candidate will already have a well-developed international track record in one or more areas of cyber security as well as a strong portfolio of publications and grant capture. The successful applicant will also be able to demonstrate strong research leadership. 

The position is based in the department of Software Engineering and Cybersecurity, and is expected to contribute direction and mentorship of staff within the department, as well as to contribute to the teaching excellence within the school, in particular in the development of our undergraduate, postgraduate and online portfolio in Cybersecurity. 

For informal enquiries, please contact Professor Damien Foster, d.foster1@aston.ac.uk, Dean of the School of Computer Science and Digital Technologies. 

The salary and job description for this role are likely to meet the requirements for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa. Please see the Home Office Guidance: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa/your-job.

Interviews expected week commencing 25/11/2024.

What we offer:

  • Aston University is a vibrant campus located within Birmingham city centre, which has excellent transport links via bus or train.
  • Excellent training and development opportunities.
  • A generous annual leave scheme with 30 days bookable leave and a further 13 days of bank holiday and University closure days.
  • Everyday discounts to a number of activities and retailers.
  • Great family-friendly policies.
  • On-site gym and pool with discounted staff membership available.
  • Further information on our Benefits and Rewards can be found here.

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Aston University is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all sections of the community. It promotes equality and diversity in all aspects of its work. We strive to have robust inclusivity strategies in place, including race and sexual orientation, to encourage colleagues to have the confidence and freedom to be themselves in the workplace. For more information, visit: https://www2.aston.ac.uk/about/inclusive-aston.

We recognise the value of flexible working. Please contact the recruiting manager to discuss what flexible working options are available for particular roles.

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