Senior Lecturer -Computer Science (Cybersecurity)

Barzan University College
(BUC), in academic partnership with Swinburne University of Technology,
invites applications for the position of Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity.
The successful candidate will contribute to high -quality teaching, research,
and curriculum development in cybersecurity and related computing disciplines,
ensuring alignment with international academic standards and transnational
education (TNE) quality frameworks.

Key Responsibilities

A. Teaching & Academic
Delivery

• Deliver
  courses in Cybersecurity and related Computer Science subjects.
  
• Develop
  and update course materials in alignment with partner university
  standards.
  
• Design
  and evaluate assessments aligned with learning outcomes.
  
• Supervise
  student projects, capstone work, and internships.
  
• Utilize
  modern teaching methodologies including blended and online learning
  platforms.
  
• Maintain
  accurate academic records and comply with institutional policies.
  

B. Research & Scholarly
Engagement

• Conduct
  independent and collaborative research in cybersecurity domains.
  
• Publish
  in reputable peer -reviewed journals and conferences.
  
• Contribute
  to research strategy and innovation initiatives.
  
• Engage
  in applied research relevant to industry and national priorities.
  

C. Curriculum & Quality
Assurance

• Participate
  in curriculum review and program enhancement.
  
• Ensure
  compliance with accreditation and quality assurance requirements.
  
• Contribute
  to academic committees and departmental initiatives.
  

D. Industry & Community
Engagement

• Establish
  industry collaborations in cybersecurity.
  
• Support
  internship placements and applied industry projects.
  
• Deliver
  workshops, seminars, or professional development training when required.
  

Requirements

• PhD
  in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Security, or a closely
  related field.
  
• Demonstrated
  higher education teaching experience.
  
• Strong
  foundation in cybersecurity principles and applied practices.
  

Preferred:

• Industry
  certifications 
  
• Industry
  experience in cybersecurity operations, governance, or digital forensics.
  
• Experience
  in transnational education environments. 
  

Required
Skills & Competencies

• Strong
  curriculum development and assessment design skills
  
• Ability
  to integrate theory with practical laboratory -based learning
  
• Excellent
  communication and presentation skills
  
• Strong
  research capability and publication record
  
• Multicultural
  awareness and professional integrity
  
• Ability
  to mentor and supervise students effectively
  

 Experience

Associate
Professor

• 4+
  years of academic/teaching experience
  
• Strong
  publication record
  
• Emerging
  research profile
  
• Demonstrated
  academic leadership
  

Benefits