Lecturer in IT (Cybersecurity)

• Full-time, continuing position
• Located at Southern Cross University’s Gold Coast Campus
• Remuneration up to $145,764 per annum

Southern Cross University is a dynamic, ambitious institution focussed on its purpose of changing lives through revolutionary learning and research with real impact. Our game changing Southern Cross Model brings a deeper learning experience, improving individual student outcomes, quality of life and a better way to learn. Our world-ranked research is driving positive impact for our communities, environment and economy.

Working at Southern Cross University combines a rare combination of being surrounded by ambitious students, amazing and dedicated colleagues and an environment of stunning natural beauty. We are leaders in our communities in the Northern Rivers region of New South Wales, Coffs Harbour and the Gold Coast and pride ourselves on helping shape a better tomorrow.

The Faculty of Science and Engineering delivers undergraduate and postgraduate programs in the areas of Engineering Systems (with specialisations in Mechanical and Civil), Information Technology and Science (with specialisation in Environmental and Earth Systems, Marine Systems, Forest Systems and Regenerative Agriculture). The Faculty is committed to the delivery of high-quality courses informed by research leadership, which combine academic rigour with relevance to employment opportunities for graduates.

This is an exciting opportunity for an academic specialising in information technology (cybersecurity). Your core responsibilities include:

• Provide a high standard of teaching and learning and educational design and delivery within information technology with a specialisation in Cybersecurity.
• Contribute to the Faculty’s research profile through publications in high-quality journals and successful applications for grant funding, independently or as a member of a team.
• Undertake relevant community and professional engagement that supports and enhances the University and Faculty’s profile and priorities.

You will have a PhD in Information Technology/Computer Science or equivalent with a focus on Cybersecurity. Industry experience and/or additional expertise in other areas including Machine Learning, Blockchain Technology, Big Data Analytics , and Internet of Things is an advantage. More specifically, you will have:

• A demonstrated capacity for innovative and excellent teaching in a modern university environment with experience in teaching in blended and online modes of study with a specialisation in Cybersecurity.
• Demonstrated research capability in Information Technology as evidenced by publications in highly-ranked, peer-reviewed journals and grant applications, especially related to Cybersecurity.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to work within a team and communicate effectively with a wide range of stakeholders.
• Evidence of your ability to engage effectively with the regional community and communicate with a wide range of external and internal stakeholders, including professional and industry bodies.

Salary and benefits

Our staff benefit from flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work models, generous parental and carer’s leave provisions, wellbeing initiatives, employee assistance programs and professional learning opportunities. This position is:

• Full-time, continuing (permanent)
• Located at Gold Coast. Generous relocation support available.
• Academic Level B. The base salary ranges from $105,344 - $124,585 per annum, plus 17% employer’s contribution to superannuation. The total remuneration package is up to $145,764.

Find out more about working at SCU by visiting Why Work at SCU.

Applicants must apply online and attach a CV and cover letter responding to the selection criteria within the position description by the closing date. Information to support you prepare your application is available on our website. If you experience difficulties applying online or need reasonable adjustments at any point in the application or interview process, please let us know by contacting [email protected].  

Job applicants must be an Australian or New Zealand citizen, Australian permanent resident or currently hold a visa with ongoing work rights in Australia. Employer visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

Additional information is available in the position description or by contacting:

Closing Date: 11.30pm AEST, 1 April 2024

Southern Cross University is committed to ensuring that the University reflects the rich diversity across the region in which the University’s campuses are located.

The University encourages applications from people of all ages, women, Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander people, people living with disabilities, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and people who openly identify as LGBTQI+.

We encourage applications from people with disability and will provide adjustments to the recruitment process upon request.

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