Lecturer in Cyber Security

Organisation/Company LIVERPOOL JOHN MOORES UNIVERSITY Research Field Computer science Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) First Stage Researcher (R1) Application Deadline 7 May 2026 - 00:00 (UTC) Country United Kingdom Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The School of Computer Science and Mathematics is dedicated to producing research that has real-world application, boasting specialisms in immersive technologies, applications of artificial intelligence, trustworthy computing technologies and data science.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the continued enhancement of the courses within the Computer Science and Mathematics programmes, developing and delivering innovative and engaging curricula across undergraduate and postgraduate teaching.
• Deliver intellectually stimulating teaching while motivating and supporting students in their learning.
• Conduct research in your area of expertise and undertake scholarly activities in computer science to ensure curriculum is up-to-date and meets the needs of students and employers.
• Contribute to the development and delivery of outreach and engagement initiatives as well as interdisciplinary project areas.

Qualifications

• Highly motivated and enthusiastic Lecturer with experience in Ethical Hacking, System Penetration, Secure Software Development, Information Security and Cryptography.
• PhD in a related subject and/or relevant professional experience from industry.
• Experienced or certified in Ethical Hacking strongly desired.

What we offer

This is a key moment to join a welcoming, ambitious, and research-informed university community that places students at the heart of everything we do. We value and invest in our staff, offering meaningful opportunities for professional development, scholarship support, and clear internal promotion routes.

As well as outstanding development support, we also offer:

• A low contractual 35-hour week
• Generous annual leave entitlement and Christmas period closure with the option to purchase additional annual leave
• Access to an Employee Assistance Programme
• Family friendly policies
• Car and travel loan schemes

Equality, Diversity and Inclusion

We are committed to promoting equality and diversity, including the Athena SWAN Gender Equality charter for promoting the careers of Women in STEM. We particularly welcome applications from women for this post, and all appointments will be made on merit. Please let us know if you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process.

Application Information

All vacancies will be closed to applications at midnight on the advertised closing date, unless otherwise stated.