Lecturer

We are seeking an ambitious and research-active Lecturer in Cyber Security for Distributed, Networked and Cyber-Physical AI Systems to join the School of Computing and Mathematical Sciences.

You will contribute to innovative research within Distributed AI Systems, with particular emphasis on cyber security across distributed systems, networks, cyber-physical systems, autonomous systems and AI-enabled infrastructure. You will publish high-quality research, develop external funding opportunities and contribute to research with real-world impact.

The role provides excellent opportunities to work collaboratively across disciplines, including with the Institute for Precision Health, Space Park Leicester, the Institute for Space and the Institute for Environmental Futures, as well as external partners in industry and other sectors. 

Alongside your research, you will contribute to high-quality teaching across Computer Science, including lectures, seminars and tutorials, curriculum development, and supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate students. You will also play an active role in the wider academic life of the School and University

You will have a PhD, or equivalent, in Computer Science or a related discipline, together with expertise in cyber security relevant to distributed, networked and cyber-physical AI systems. You will be able to demonstrate high-quality research and a strong publication record, alongside the potential to develop an internationally recognised research profile.

You will have the ability or potential to secure external research funding and to build productive collaborations across disciplines and with industry or other external partners. You will also bring experience or knowledge of higher education and the ability to inspire and engage students through effective teaching.

You will be able to contribute to teaching and supervision in relevant areas of Computer Science, which may include Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Agentic Software Engineering, Cloud and Distributed Computing, Cyber Security and Software System Assurance. Strong communication, teamwork and organisational skills will also be important.