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Lecturer in Cyber Security (HE)

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Location

Birmingham, West Midlands B4 6FQ

Salary

£38,249 - £42,882 per annum

Contract type

Full Time

Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance

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  • The University in Birmingham is seeking a Lecturer in Cyber Security, offering a salary range of £38,249 to £42,882 per annum.
  • This permanent, full-time or part-time position is ideal for individuals with either teaching experience in higher education or industry experts looking to transition into academia.
  • The role focuses on delivering engaging and practical teaching for computing programs, particularly the BSc Cyber Security, to prepare students for real-world challenges.
  • Candidates are encouraged to apply if they have relevant experience or job titles related to cyber security and education, with a closing date for applications on March 9, 2025.
  • The University offers numerous benefits, including generous leave, a competitive pension scheme, and opportunities for professional development.

Job Title: Lecturer in Cyber Security (HE)

Location: Birmingham

Salary: £38,249 - £42,882 per annum - AC2

Job type: Permanent, Full-time / Part-time

The University is unlike any other. Standing proud in the heart of the city of Birmingham, they have been delivering career-focused education and training for decades. With around 8000 students across FE and HE level provision, the University is highly respected by employers and industry in meeting the region's skills needs.

The University's mission is to promote and provide the opportunity for participation in the learning process by those with the ambition and commitment to succeed and to maintain a learning community that meets the diverse needs of our students, the economy and society at large.

The University works in partnership with one of the UK's leading Universities. A member of the Russell Group, the partner University is ranked 9th in The Guardian 2024 league table with an international reputation for research and teaching quality. The partner University not only accredits many of the University's undergraduate and postgraduate degrees, but also works on a number of collaborative projects to support development of higher education and widen access within the West Midlands.

The Role:

Ready to inspire the next generation of tech professionals? Whether you have teaching experience in HE or are an industry expert eager to transition to academia, our growing Computing Department offers the perfect opportunity to make a lasting impact in Higher Education.

Join our academic team and be part of our growth!

As a Lecturer, you will deliver inspiring and inclusive teaching that supports all students in achieving their full potential. This role will focus on teaching computing programmes areas including BSc Cyber Security, where you will help shape and guide future leaders in the field.

You will prioritise practical application and demonstration over theoretical instruction, ensuring students gain real-world skills and experience.

Why choose us?

Growing Department: Be part of a team that's thriving and expanding every year.

Supportive & Inclusive: Join a collaborative, diverse environment.

Career Development: Access ongoing professional growth opportunities.

Industry Connections: Work with industry partners, bringing real-world learning into the classroom.

Benefits:

  • Generous allocation of annual leave
    • 38 days' paid leave per year
    • 12 Bank Holidays & Concessionary Days
  • Excellent Teachers' Pension Scheme
    • Employer Contributions - 28.6%
  • Subsidised private healthcare provided by Aviva including a Digital GP Service.
  • Employee Assistance Programme inclusive of counselling services, financial wellbeing support and bereavement support
  • Annual health MOTs with our Registered Nurse
  • Excellent staff development opportunities including professional qualification sponsorship
  • A variety of salary sacrifice schemes including car, technology and cycle.
  • Heavily-subsidised on-site car parking in central Birmingham
  • Free on-site gym membership

Extra Information:

All applicants for employment at the University will be expected to demonstrate an understanding of the principles of Safeguarding and the PREVENT agenda in the context of further and higher education.

Closing Date -Sunday 9th March 2025.

Interview Dates - TBC.

Please click APPLY to be redirected to our website to complete an application form.

Candidates with the experience or relevant job titles of; University Lecturer, Education Lead, Academic Lead, College Tutor, Tutor, Teacher, College Teacher, Cyber Security Analyst, Information Technology Security Specialist, Information Technology Security, Security Architect, Information Security Consultant, Information Technology Security Consultant, Senior Information Technology Security Officer, may also be considered for this role.

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