Research Assistant/Fellow in Navigation and Maritime Cyber

Research Assistant/Fellow in Navigation and Maritime Cyber
£30,942 - £33,797 per annum - Grade 6

University of Plymouth (UoP) has an opportunity to be part of Maritime Cybersecurity, a relatively new multidisciplinary niche area of security and maritime. Plymouth, with a pedigree of existing research in this area, is a unique opportunity to shape thinking and develop solutions that will have widespread effects in this growing and significant field.

Looking for a Navigation student interested in the navigation and human element in maritime cybersecurity and maritime cyber-risks.  This is to be a part of the last year of a three year EU Horizon 2020 project, Cyber-MAR see:

https://cordis.europa.eu/project/rcn/222607/factsheet/en

The University of Plymouth’s contribution is to develop maritime cyber risk frameworks, including economic risks if a cyber-attack were to occur.

• The larger project has 13 partners with partners across Europe (Greece, France, Finland, Spain, Sweden, Italy, and UK).
• The team at UoP consists of academics and research staff with specialisms in security, maritime, business, and more.
• There are two roles existing contributing to the larger EU project: 1) in maritime cyber risk assessment feeding into econometric models and 2) maritime cybersecurity tools and training.
• You should be able to assist in most research tasks that are more maritime related, and be willing to collaborate with partners.  Travel may occasionally be required if safe.

Candidates looking to fill this Maritime Cyber Risk or Maritime Cybersecurity role:

• You should have a strong Navigation or research background in related fields.
• You will have specialist knowledge Navigation and the maritime sector.
• Ideally you will have experience or awareness on maritime systems and practices.

Please demonstrate how you meet the essential criteria outlined in the knowledge, qualifications, training and experience elements of the job description in your supporting statement.

For an informal discussion to find out more about the role then please contact Professor Kevin D Jones by email [email protected] or by telephone on +441752584504.

Interviews are likely to take place early September and you will be notified if you have been shortlisted or not.

We offer a competitive salary package and a generous pension and holiday scheme. We also offer a range of other benefits, including ongoing development opportunities.

This is a full-time position working 37 hours per week on a fixed-term basis for 1 year due to funding.

Please note, due to the COVID-19 pandemic the University is currently implementing a number of safety measures as per Government advice therefore the successful applicant may be required to work from home in the first instance. 

The University of Plymouth is a diverse, welcoming community where everyone makes a difference and is encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. To find out more about our inclusive community, initiatives such as Athena Swan and the Race Equality Charter and our range of benefits / support mechanisms such as flexible working, staff networks and enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption leave please visit , our Equality, Diversity and Inclusion webpages

We particularly welcome applicants from under-represented groups at the University of Plymouth, such as BAME/BIPOC and LGBT+.

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