Careers at UniSC

• School of Science, Technology & Engineering | UniSC Sunshine Coast, Sippy Downs or UniSC Moreton Bay, Petrie
• Level B, $114,751 - $136,143 p.a., plus up to 17% employer superannuation
• Full-time, ongoing appointment

The School of Science, Technology and Engineering (SSTE)

School of Science, Technology and Engineering: Addressing global challenges for a better tomorrow!

The School of Science, Technology, and Engineering (SSTE) is a leader in addressing global challenges through STEM education, equipping students with the skills to develop innovative, sustainable solutions. Our Engineering Discipline is a growing hub of research and teaching excellence, with strengths in sustainable building, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, and more. Collaborating with the ARM-Hub and industry partners like Veolia and SMEC, we bridge academic and practical expertise. UniSC ranks above the national average for student experience, with 86% of our engineering graduates securing full-time employment (QILT Survey 2021). We are expanding programs, including new offerings at our Moreton Bay Campus, and exploring postgraduate qualifications to meet future needs.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Lecturer (Level B) in Cyber Security to join the Technology Discipline within the School of Science, Technology and Engineering. In this role, you will deliver high-quality teaching in undergraduate and postgraduate courses, contribute to impactful research, and supervise honours and higher degree by research candidates. You will complement existing strengths in cryptocurrency and cybercrime investigations, human factors/design science, and smart industry design (including AI, IoT, cloud, security, and networking), while building meaningful industry and community partnerships.

This is an exciting opportunity for a passionate cyber security academic to innovate in teaching, advance research, and collaborate across disciplines. We welcome candidates from all areas of cyber security who are eager to contribute to student success, develop their research profile, and help shape the future of technology education at UniSC.

For more information please visit us online: School of Science, Technology and Engineering

You will:

• deliver high-quality teaching and learning experiences in cyber security, supporting student success and engagement;
• conduct impactful research, supervise honours and HDR students, and contribute to grant applications and publications; and
• engage with the University, industry, and community to build partnerships, support governance, and enhance the student experience.

About you:

You are an experienced cyber security professional or academic with a passion for innovative, student-centred teaching and learning. You excel at creating engaging learning experiences, adapting to diverse student needs, and staying current with emerging trends in cyber security and technology. You are motivated to build a strong research profile, contribute to collaborative projects, and foster industry and community partnerships. With excellent communication and interpersonal skills, you thrive in a collegial environment and are committed to continuous professional growth.

You will possess:

• completion or near-completion of a doctoral qualification in a relevant field or equivalent accreditation and standing;
• proven track record as an effective teacher, with the capacity to conceive, develop, and deliver higher education curricula and contribute to relevant areas of teaching;
• sound and established track record of research activity commensurate with the level of the position;
• membership of, and sound connections with, relevant professional bodies and community groups and/or in professional practice; and
• evidence of participation in academic development activities and a desire to continue to learn and improve as an effective academic.

Desirable

• experience undertaking academic administrative functions, e.g. course coordination, within a University.

UniSC is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion. We encourage applications from all backgrounds, including those with disabilities, women in STEM, First Nations Peoples, and individuals of diverse cultures, genders, abilities, and experiences. We value achievement relative to opportunity and encourage your commentary on your achievements in this context. For additional support during the application process, please contact us at unisc-careers@usc.edu.au or call +61 7 5430 2830.

Position description: Lecturer in Cyber Security

UniSC values a diverse and talented workforce and invites applications from candidates who already have legal work rights in Australia.

All applications must be lodged through our website. 

Applications for this position close midnight, Sunday 7 December 2025. 

Your completed application must include:

• a resume, and a response to selection criteria. Noting that within the application form, we will request a statement addressing each of the selection criteria contained within the position description.

Further information regarding how to prepare your application is available on our website: Join our team

UniSC does not accept unsolicited applications. For agency inquiries, contact unisc-careers@usc.edu.au

We would love the opportunity to get to know you better, but we know it works both ways. To get to know a little more about us, visit us at: Welcome to UniSC and LinkedIn Life

Have questions or want to know more? For a confidential discussion, please contact:

Professor Aman Oo
Dean, School of Science, Technology and Engineering – School of Science, Technology and Engineering
Email: amaungthanoo@usc.edu.au   

Discover UniSC

We're all about doing work that matters, connecting with great people, and being part of an incredible journey. We’re not the biggest university. But we’re growing every day, and doing big things. Like ground-breaking research, championing sustainability, producing gold-winning athletes and award-winning alumni.

We're one of the fastest growing universities in Australia, growing to over 2,000 people across 5 campuses in South East Queensland and a growing footprint in major capital cities.

Teaching excellence is at the heart of what we do, and our commitment to sustainability is integrated into our teaching, research, and daily operations. According to the 2024/25 Good Universities Guide we have five-star ratings from key areas including teaching quality, overall educational experience, learning resources, skills development, social equity, student support and learner engagement. Overall for teaching quality, we’re number one in Australia (postgraduate), and number one in Queensland (undergraduate).

Our research tackles the most pressing challenges of our time, with 13 research fields ranked well above world standard, characterised by evidence of outstanding performance according to the Excellence Research for Australia Rankings. In 2024,  we moved 97 places to be in the top 110 institutions in the prestigious Times Higher Education (THE) Young University Rankings (2024).

At UniSC you will have the opportunity to shape the educational landscape and inspire the minds of future generations. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment, encouraging continuous professional development and providing resources to enhance your teaching and research endeavours.

We recognise and value the contributions of each team member to our culture and success. We're not afraid to be different, and we're looking for people who share our values and want to be part of a team that is working together to improve our local and global challenges.

Our Culture & Benefits:

• Our collaborative, passionate and welcoming culture is what really sets us apart.
• Modern teaching & research facilities.
• Professional development and career pathway opportunities.
• We are a proud recipient of the prestigious Athena SWAN Bronze Award, granted as part of the Science in Australia Gender Equity (SAGE) initiative.
• Flexible work arrangements & generous leave options.
• Salary packing options + 17% Super.
• EAP, fitness passport & discounted private health.