• Based in UniSA STEM at the Mawson Lakes campus
• Full-time, continuing position
• Starting Salary: $142,300 (Level C) / $170,582 (Level D) per annum (plus 17% superannuation) 

About you 

You are an experienced and driven academic with a track record of excellence in research, scholarship and teaching.  Using your strong communication and stakeholder management skills, you foster a high performance and collaborative culture among your peers.  Your integrity and professionalism will contribute significantly to the advancement of the University’s Cyber Security discipline.

About the role 

As a leading expert with a national/international reputation in Cyber Security, the Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor will make a significant contribution to the academic leadership and delivery of STEM’s undergraduate, Honours and postgraduate programs. 

Reporting to a Professorial Lead, the Senior Lecturer/Associate Professor will enhance the research profile of Computer Science and STEM through the development of a program of high impact and collaborative research, supported by competitive research grant funding in Cyber Security.

The path to Adelaide University

We are on an exciting path to Adelaide University as we prepare to open our doors in January 2026. Adelaide University will combine the strengths of the University of Adelaide and the University of South Australia, and we are dedicated to creating an accessible and future-focused educational powerhouse that fosters economic and social wellbeing through ground-breaking research and innovative teaching. You can learn more about Adelaide University HERE and more information will be provided throughout the recruitment process.

To be successful you will need

• A doctoral qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology or a closely related discipline, and professional/industry experience
• Demonstrated track record of the development and delivery of high-quality teaching and learning activities in a range of settings and student experience levels, evidenced by student evaluations
• Evidence of an outstanding research track record relative to opportunity, with high-quality outcomes and leadership in Cyber Security
• Experience in postgraduate supervision, and a history of success in completion of doctoral and Master’s candidates

Why join us?

We value workplace diversity and are committed to providing a supportive, inclusive, and respectful work environment for all people. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, women, members of the LGBTIQ+ community, people of culturally diverse backgrounds and people with disability.  

Working at the University will provide you with a wide range of benefits. These include:

• Access to great personal development opportunities
• Generous superannuation contributions of 17%
• Flexible working conditions
• A range of salary packaging options, including vehicle leasing, laptops and car parking fees
• A variety of leave arrangements

Be part of a University for the future! 

For a copy of the position description and to apply, please visit Working at UniSA. The online application form will list the specific selection criteria that you need to address.  

Please address your cover letter to Emma Kelvin, Senior Consultant: Recruitment Central.  For further information about the position or the recruitment process, please contact Recruitment Central on +61 8 8302 1700 or via email at recruitment@unisa.edu.au using job reference number 7343. 

Please note applications will not be accepted via email and must be uploaded via the Working at UniSA Portal.

Applications close: 11.30pm Monday 6 October 2025

We are committed to providing an equitable and barrier free recruitment process and encourage you to share any support, adjustments and/or access requirements you have by contacting our Recruitment Central team. Anything you tell us will be kept completely confidential.