Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Cybersecurity

This job is based in Australia. Join the School of Computer Science and Engineering in the Faculty of Engineering at UNSW as a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in a Teaching and Research role. In this role, you will contribute to the advancement of research and education in cybersecurity and AI security, while helping to shape the next generation of cybersecurity and AI professionals. You will conduct research in areas such as security and privacy of AI systems and AI safety, adversarial machine learning, model and data privacy, secure AI deployment, LLM and agent security, and AI safety, contributing to high-impact research outcomes and the School’s growing research profile.

With established strengths in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, and distributed systems, UNSW offers an exceptional environment for academics who are looking to build their research profile, contribute to collaborative research initiatives, and deliver high-quality teaching. You will contribute to the development of secure, trustworthy, and privacy-preserving intelligent systems. This is an opportunity to join a global leader in Computer Science, with cutting-edge facilities, world-class faculty, and an innovative research environment. With strong industry partnerships and a commitment to sustainability, UNSW provides excellent opportunities for career development, collaboration, and impact.

About You

You are an emerging or established academic with a strong foundation in cybersecurity and AI security, with the ability to contribute to high-quality research and teaching. You bring expertise in areas such as adversarial machine learning, AI system security and privacy, LLM and agent security, and privacy-enhancing technologies, and demonstrate the potential to build a strong research profile.

• At Lecturer level (Level B), you will be developing your research profile and contributing to collaborative research activities, including competitive grant applications and scholarly publications, while also delivering high-quality teaching and supporting student learning across undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• At Senior Lecturer level (Level C), you will demonstrate an established research track record with evidence of research leadership, success in securing competitive funding, supervising HDR students, and making significant independent contributions to your field. You will also contribute to educational leadership through high-quality teaching, curriculum development, and mentoring students and colleagues.

You are an engaging educator with experience in delivering high-quality teaching and contributing to curriculum development. You are collaborative, adaptable, and motivated to contribute to a high-performing academic environment and to build strong relationships across academia and industry.

About UNSW

UNSW is a world‑leading institution recognised for its scale, prestige, and impact. With strong industry engagement and partnerships across sectors, UNSW provides a unique environment where academic expertise translates into real‑world outcomes. The university offers cutting‑edge research and excellence in teaching to prepare students to lead in their fields. The School of Computer Science and Engineering is one of the largest and most prestigious schools of computing in Australia, offering undergraduate programmes and combined degrees. Our research and teaching staff are world leading.

Skills & Experience

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence (e.g. curriculum design and development at various levels).
• Demonstrated knowledge of industry or work-integrated learning (desirable).
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Senior Lecturer (Level C)

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Proven commitment to proactively keeping up to date with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Demonstrated experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience of implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others.
• Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.
• Demonstrated experience with industry or work-integrated learning.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated track record in research with high-quality, high-impact outcomes and leadership potential.
• Experience in recruiting and supervising high-calibre students.
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Strong interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning and teaching initiatives.
• Understanding of and commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, plus related policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to health and safety training.

Additional details about the position can be found in the position description via JOBS@UNSW.

To Apply

If you are an emerging academic looking to build your research and teaching profile, or an established academic seeking to further your career, this opportunity offers the chance to contribute to high-quality research, deliver engaging teaching, and shape the future direction of the School. Please click the “Apply Now” button and submit your CV, cover letter, and responses addressing the Skills and Experience criteria. If this opportunity interests you but your experience does not align perfectly with every selection criterion, we still encourage you to apply. If you have had any interruption in your career, include a ROPE statement as part of your application.

Please note applications will not be accepted if sent to the contact below.

Contact: Eugene Aves - Talent Acquisition Consultant E: eugene.aves@unsw.edu.au

Applications close: 11:50 pm (Sydney time) on Friday, 31 July 2026

Pre-Employment Checks

Aligned with UNSW’s focus on cultivating a workplace defined by safety, ethical conduct, and integrity, preferred candidates may be required to participate in pre-employment checks. These may include: National and International Criminal history checks; Entitlement to work and ID checks; Working With Children Checks; Gender-Based Violence Prevention Declaration; Verification of relevant qualifications and professional membership; Employment history and reference checks; Financial responsibility assessments; Medical checks and assessments. Compliance with the necessary checks is a condition of employment at UNSW.

UNSW is committed to equity and inclusion. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from diverse genders, sexual orientations, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, people with disability, and those with caring responsibilities. The University provides workplace adjustments and flexible work options where eligible. The University reserves the right not to proceed with any appointment.