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.
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
Competitive salary (based on qualifications and experience)