Overview

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This job is based in Australia. Lecturer/Senior Lecturers in Cyber Security (Technical), UNSW Canberra. Full-time position (35 hours per week). Duration: Continuing to commence 2025 or 2026. Remuneration: Level B from $127,947; Level C from $155,403 plus 17% super. Location: UNSW Canberra, City Campus.

About UNSW Canberra: University of New South Wales (UNSW) in Canberra has multiple locations in the Nation’s Capital. UNSW Canberra distinguishes itself by a thoughtful, practical, and purposeful approach in teaching, research and engagement. The university is recognized as one of the top 20 universities globally and a member of Australia’s Group of Eight. UNSW provides an environment for thriving, challenging work and meaningful contributions.

Why Your Role Matters: These are key positions at Canberra School of Professional Studies. The successful candidates will contribute to the school’s teaching, research, and administration through course development and delivery, research outputs and higher degree supervision, quality assurance, industry engagement, student support, and other administrative duties tied to school and faculty objectives. We welcome applicants with strong technical expertise in cyber security and computer science. Areas of interest include cryptography, secure systems, cloud computing, threat detection, digital forensics, ethical hacking, and data science. We seek passionate academics who collaborate, innovate in teaching, and engage with industry and communities. The role reports to the Head of School.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to teaching, course development and delivery for cyber security and related areas.
• Engage in research and higher degree supervision; produce research outputs and pursue competitive research funding where applicable.
• Contribute to quality assurance, program/course design, and development of educational offerings.
• Engage with industry and external stakeholders; participate in student support and administrative duties aligned with school/faculty objectives.
• Collaborate with colleagues to advance teaching practices and research in cyber security and computer science.
• Supervise and mentor students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels; design learning experiences using educational technologies and flexible delivery platforms.

Qualifications

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in a related discipline, plus relevant work experience.
• A good track record of research and publication or competitive research income in a chosen field.
• Demonstrated expertise and currency in some of the listed technical aspects of cybersecurity.
• Evidence of teaching and learning design, development, delivery and pastoral care of students at undergraduate and postgraduate levels with positive evaluation.
• Experience using and designing with educational technologies and flexible delivery platforms.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational communication skills, and emotional intelligence.
• Ability to work with and support students and colleagues from diverse backgrounds and abilities.
• Demonstrated experience working with industries and professional bodies and applying work-integrated learning.

Senior Lecturer (Level C)

• In addition to Level B skills: course and program development.
• Research output through publications in high-impact journals relative to opportunity.
• Research grant successes.
• Postgraduate supervision.
• Academic administration and staff mentoring.
• Community and industry engagement.

Benefits And Culture

UNSW is committed to helping staff balance work-life responsibilities, with access to high-quality services, facilities, and flexible work and leave arrangements.

• Flexible working options (work from home, flexible hours, etc.)
• Additional three days leave during December festive period
• Career development opportunities
• Up to 50% discount on UNSW courses
• Flexible 17% superannuation contributions, additional leave-loading payments and salary sacrifice
• Free gym access
• UNSW-wide strategy focused on Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Places and Healthy Culture

Eligibility

The successful candidate will be required to undertake pre-employment checks prior to commencement. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates must hold full rights to work in Australia. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.

How To Apply

Submit your application online before Monday 22 September 2025 at 11:30pm, including your CV and a 1–2 page cover letter addressing the required skills and experience outlined in the position description.

Get In Touch

For role-related queries please contact: School of Professional Studies, csps.cbr@unsw.edu.au

For Recruitment Process Related Queries: Holly Whale – Talent Acquisition Consultant, h.whale@unsw.edu.au

Applications cannot be accepted if sent directly to the contact listed.

For more information about UNSW Canberra and living in Canberra, please visit UNSW Canberra and Living in Canberra. UNSW is committed to equity, diversity and inclusion. Applications from women, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds, those living with disabilities, LGBTIQ+ communities, and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples are encouraged. The university provides workplace adjustments for people with disability and flexible work options for eligible staff.