What You Will Do
We welcome applications from candidates conducting cutting-edge research in any area of cybersecurity.
Areas of interest include, but are not limited to: adversarial machine learning, post-quantum cryptography, privacy-enhancing technologies, software and supply chain security, secure systems and memory-safe languages, cloud and virtualization security, human-centred and usable security, and the security implications of AI systems.
We are particularly interested in candidates whose work addresses emerging threats, combines theory and practice, or takes an interdisciplinary approach to security and privacy.
You will contribute to teaching in core cybersecurity and computer networking subjects, as well as being encouraged to develop a strong, externally funded research programme, supervise undergraduate and postgraduate students, and collaborate with other academics in the Department's teaching and research activities.
The appointee will be expected to develop links with and contribute to the wider computer science and/or software engineering profession at local, national and international levels.
Mōu | Who You Are
Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree in Computer Science (or a closely aligned discipline) and have a demonstrated record of published research in cybersecurity or related topics.
The successful candidate will have a commitment to excellence in teaching of core courses in both cybersecurity and networking at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
The appointee will demonstrate a background in supervising research students, an ability in collaborating with others in the university, and interest in contributing to departmental, college, and university activities.
If you are passionate about advancing the field of cybersecurity and ready to make a significant contribution to research and teaching, we encourage you to apply and join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity education.
Mahi Ngātahi | Who You Will Work With
Te Tari Pūhanga Pūmanawa Rorohiko | the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering is a strong and forward-looking Department, dedicated to excellence in both research and teaching with collaborative links with research groups and industry throughout New Zealand and the world.
The department and university will assist in the development of a successful research programme and teaching portfolio.
This may include, for example, support to start up research, and teaching training and mentoring.