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College of Engineering, Mathematics and Physical Sciences

Department of Computer Science

This new full time post is available immediately on a permanent basis.

Summary of the role/position

As part of the recent expansion of the Department of Computer Science, we are recruiting for a new Lecturer in Cybersecurity.

You will join a growing department and will contribute to a new research focus in cybersecurity. This post will contribute to extending the research profile of Computer Science at Exeter and there are opportunities for collaboration within the department and across the University.

You should be qualified to PhD level in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Electronic Engineering or a closely related discipline and be able to demonstrate a strong potential for research leadership, with a track record in refereed publications and potential for grant capture. Previous industrial experience is also welcomed.

Pease ensure you read our Job Description and Person Specification document for full details of this role.

The University of Exeter

We are a member of the prestigious Russell Group of research-intensive universities and in the top 150 universities in the world (Times Higher Education World University Rankings 2019). We combine world-class teaching with world-class research, achieving a Gold rating in the Teaching Excellence Framework Award 2017.

Our research income in recent years means we're fastest growing UK Research University and we seek to answer some of the most fundamental issues facing humankind today through this. 98% of our research is international quality (2014 Research Excellence Framework) and we encourage proactive engagement with industry, business and community partners to enhance the impact of research and education and improve the employability of our students.

With over 22,000 students and 5,500 staff from 180 different countries we offer a diverse and engaging environment in which to work. We are an equal opportunity employer, a Disability Confident employer and an Athena Swan accredited institution. Whilst all applicants will be judged on merit alone, we particularly welcome applications from groups currently underrepresented in the workforce. 

Benefits

We offer some fantastic benefits including:

-        41 days leave per year

-        options for flexible working

-        numerous discounts at leading retailers

-        onsite gyms on all of our campus' and a cycle to work scheme

-        sector leading policies around maternity, adoption and shared parental leave (up to 26 weeks full pay), paternity leave (up to six weeks full pay) and a new Fertility Treatment Policy

-        stunning campus environments in Exeter and Cornwall, in the beautiful South West of England

We welcome applications from candidates interested in working part-time hours or job-sharing arrangements.

Further information

Applicants are encouraged to contact Prof. Ronaldo Menezes R.Menezes@exeter.ac.uk to discuss the post further.