UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
PRIFYSGOL DE CYMRU
Faculty of Computing, Engineering & Science
Senior Lecturer (Cyber Security)
Grade G, *£40,082-£46,414 per annum
*appointment will usually be made to the minimum of the scale
Permanent Contract
External Vacancy
The Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science at the University of South Wales is currently seeking
applications for a Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security.
The School of Computing & Mathematics is a dynamic part of the University which is active in research and
consultancy, underpinned by a rapidly expanding Cyber Security Degree Programme. The School has a wide
range of research interests, which this post is intended to enhance.
The successful candidate will possess a range of skills necessary to complement and enhance scholarly activity
within the School, and to assist its growing reputation both locally and internationally. With excellent
communication skills and a commitment to high quality teaching, the successful candidate will lecture on a range
of undergraduate/postgraduate modules within the field of Cyber Security. Your contribution to research and
consultancy will be strongly encouraged and supported by the School as a member of the Information Security
Research Group.
The terms and conditions of the post (including grade and salary) will be those of the University of South
Wales (based on former University of Glamorgan terms and conditions).
Closing Date:
Interview Date:
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JOB DESCRIPTION
JOB TITLE:
Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security
Permanent post
GRADE & SALARY:
Grade G, *£32,590 - £46,414 per annum
*appointment will usually be made to the minimum of the grade
DEPARTMENT:
Faculty of Computing, Engineering and Science/School of Computing & Mathematics
Responsible to:
Academic Manager (Cyber Security)
Main Purpose of Job:
The Senior Lecturer in Cyber Security will contribute to the delivery of the School’s undergraduate cyber security
awards specifically in the delivery of computer security/computer forensics modules at undergraduate and
postgraduate levels. You will be responsible for effective, high quality teaching and scholarly activity and the
undertaking of applied research, knowledge transfer and income generation activities.
Principal Responsibilities and Duties:
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Teach on established courses of study, engaging students with lectures, tutorials and seminars, and to
supervise academic tutor groups, final year projects and student placements
Utilise effective assessment methods and to ensure that adequate, detailed and timely feedback is
privded to students
Undertake/contribute to the development of the curriculum within the Computer Security and Computer
Forensics subject areas and to contribute to the maintenance and development of existing modules and
awards. This will include developing own teaching materials, methods and approaches to new areas,
including new modules as appropriate
Maintain a personal research/consultancy portfolio and demonstrate scholarly practice which enhances
teaching and the research profile of the subject area. This might also include leading collaborative
projects, identifying sources of funding and securing grant allocations
Participate in professional duties such as Computer Security and Computer Forensics Open Days,
Applicant Days and other recruitment activities as required
Participate in the School’s Outreach Programme, including the development and delivery of inspirational
lectures for school pupils
Engage with the University’s quality assessment processes, eg, annual monitoring, module evaluation leading processes in areas where there is allocated leadership responsibility (e.g., Module Leadership)
Attend Course/Subject/Award boards as required
Undertake appropriate levels of pastoral care for students, ensuring interpersonal skills are adequately
developed
Undertake continuous personal and professional development which ensures full fitness to practice in
the role of senior lectuer
Comply with University policies relating to health and safety, equality of opportunity and data
management
Act as a mentor to less experienced staff
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To be a subject, course or award leader, as determined in conjunction with the Academic Manager for
Cyber Security. This will normally be for subjects, courses or awards of reasonable complexity and will
involve co-ordinating and communicating effectively with colleagues and students, and where
appropriate identifying and developing new modules and awards
Any other duties as maybe assigned from time to time commensurate with the grade and as required by
the Head of School
PERSON SPECIFICATION
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Essential
a) Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills in
both group and individual situations.
b) Ability to teach Computer Security and Computer
Forensics to undergraduate and postgraduate level
c) The ability to relate to students with diverse
backgrounds, ages and experiences and a range of
external clients, partners and stakeholders of the
University
d) Ability to work effectively as part of a team
KNOWLEDGE
Essential
e) Subject expertise in Computer Security and/or
Computer Forensics of relevance to the School’s
teaching and research
f) Knowledge of the structure of Higher Education in the
United Kingdom
g) An understanding of HE quality assurance and
enhancement procedures
EXPERIENCE
Essential
h) Teaching experience at undergraduate and
postgraduate levels in a relevant subject area
i) Experience of supervising projects at degree and
masters level
j) Development of effective learning, teaching and
assessment material
k) Relevant research or consultancy experience that
either supports one of our Cyber Security Awards or
links with our existing research/consultancy groups
TRAINING
Essential
l) Undergraduate degree in a relevant discipline
m) Postgraduate degree in Computer Science,
Computer Security or Computer Forensics.
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
n) A commitment to providing a first-class learning
experience
o) A flexible attitude that is cognisant of operational
priorities
p) An enthusiastic and positive attitude to work and
people
q) A willingness to work as part of a team or individually
as required
Desirable
r) The ability to use distance / blended learning
modes of delivery and familiarity with Virtual
learning environments
Desirable
Desirable
s) Experience of Curriculum development
t) Evidence of participation in Outreach activity
u) Research publication track record
v) Research student supervision experience
Desirable
w) Doctorate in a relevant subject area or working
towards this
x) Approved teaching qualification or working
towards this
y) Professional body membership
z) A recognised teaching qualification or HEA
Desirable
aa) The ability to actively engage with the Welsh
dimension and possibly being able to speak or
write through the medium of Welsh
bb) Be able to network with employers and initiate
collaborative meetings and/or partnerships.
It is essential that when making an application, candidates specifically address the criteria set out in the
Person Specification. This information will be used in deciding those to be shortlisted.
UNIVERSITY OF SOUTH WALES
PRIFYSGOL DE CYMRU
Computing, Engineering & Science
Lecturer (Ref: CES 159/160)
Grade <F>, *£32,590 - £37,756 per annum
*appointment will be made to the minimum of the scale
Permanent Contract
External Vacancy
This position is based at Treforest of the University of South Wales.
The terms and conditions of the post (including grade and salary) will be those
of the University of South Wales.
CLOSING DATE: 1st December 2015
JOB DESCRIPTION
Title: Lecturer
Type of Contract:
Grade: F
Responsible to: Stuart Lewis
Responsible for: Cyber Security
Main Purpose of the Job:
1. To develop and deliver high-quality teaching material in the field of Cyber Security.
2. To contribute to the planning, design and development of programmes and short courses.
3. To engage in scholarly activity and undertake scholarly activity, research and income
generation.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
Teaching and Learning
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Demonstrate good practice in teaching, learning and assessment through the use of a
wide range of learning resources and appropriate pedagogic practice.
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Ensure that your teaching is informed by contemporary research in the relevant field and
develops the ability of students to engage in debate, critical discourse and rational
thinking
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Reflect critically on your own teaching practice, implement improvements, and engage
actively with the quality monitoring and enhancement processes
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Contribute to the wider student experience e.g. participation in recruitment events,
involvement in employability initiatives
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To undertake module/course leadership as required as outlined in the module/course
leader descriptors and other University guidance.
Scholarly Activity, Research and Income Generation
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Undertake individual and/or collaborative research and contribute to communities of
practice or Research Institutes/Centre internally and/or externally
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Individually and/ or in collaboration identify external sources of funding and contribute to
funding bids for research, knowledge transfer and/or grant applications
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Enhance your academic practice by engaging in one or more of the following activities
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Write or contribute to publications in peer reviewed journals
Disseminate academic work/ research findings via presentations at conferences/
exhibitions or other appropriate events
Develop external networks nationally and/or internationally
Supervise research students
Student Experience
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To promote and implement initiatives, working practices and similar that enhance the
student experience.
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To recognise the critical nature of the National Student Survey (and other league tables)
and ensure a positive approach to improvement the student experience at all times
Leadership and Management
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Work effectively as a team member, contributing to committees and working groups, and
where appropriate supporting or mentoring junior colleagues
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Contribute to the development, organisation and management of the curriculum including
module and course leadership where appropriate
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Plan, co-ordinate and implement engagement projects; organisation of external activities
such as student projects, field trips and industrial placements
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Undertake professional development in support of both teaching and research
PERSON SPECIFICATION
EDUCATION/QUALIFICATIONS
Essential
 Masters degree in an appropriate subject
Or
 (If from a Professional Practice
background) a good honours Degree and
appropriate professional practice and/or
membership
 Recognised teaching qualification or
willingness to undertake
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS
Essential
 Evidence of contemporary practice in
relevant subject area
 Evidence of high quality presentation
skills, coaching and/or mentoring
 Evidence of effective application of
solutions to business/practice problems
with associate reports or other outputs
JOB RELATED SKILLS and CAPABILITIES
Essential
 Ability to work independently, to take the
initiative, and to innovate
 Good organisational skills
 Demonstrable commitment to delivering
high quality services to students
INTERPRESONAL SKILLS
Essential
 Ability to work as a member of a team or
group
 Ability to relate to students from diverse
backgrounds, ages and experience
 Ability to establish positive and effective
working relationships with a range of
university external clients
 Effective oral and written communication
skills in both individual and group
situations
OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Essential
 Willingness to undertake academic
activities in the evening and at weekends
when necessary.
 Willingness to travel abroad to undertake
academic and related activities
Desirable
 PhD
 Active membership of a relevant
professional body
Desirable
 Evidence of good pedagogic practice
 Evidence of contribution to the wider
student experience
 Evidence of partnership working with
external organisations
Desirable
 High level of proficiency in ICT and its
application to teaching, learning and
research
 Evidence of successful external
networking
Desirable
Desirable
 Ability to speak Welsh