Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Cryptography

Job Overview

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Cryptography based in Australia. Location: Sydney, NSW. Job no: . Work type: Full Time. Categories: Senior Lecturer, Lecturer. 2‑year convertible tenure‑track or continuing appointment.

Salary

• Lecturer (Level B) – AUD $127,947 to $150,830 per annum + 17% superannuation
• Senior Lecturer (Level C) – AUD $155,403 to $178,290 per annum + 17% superannuation

The Opportunity

Join the School of Computer Science and Engineering at UNSW as a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in a teaching and research role. You will conduct research in post‑quantum cryptography, quantum algorithms and cryptography, foundational theory and mathematics, and the design and analysis of cryptographic primitives and protocols, contributing to high‑impact research outcomes. You will also support the development of secure, privacy‑preserving, and trustworthy digital systems, and play a role in delivering high‑quality teaching to both undergraduate and postgraduate students.

Skills & Experience

Lecturer (Level B)

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Commitment to staying current with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Experience in teaching and learning design, development and delivery at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience using and/or designing with educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence.
• Knowledge of industry or experience of work‑integrated learning (desirable).
• Ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.

Senior Lecturer (Level C)

• A PhD in a related discipline, and/or relevant work experience.
• Commitment to staying current with discipline knowledge and developments.
• Experience in teaching and learning design using a range of pedagogical approaches, development and delivery of courses and programs, at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Experience implementing educational technologies and online delivery methods.
• Evidence of teaching effectiveness and passion for educational excellence and fostering this in others.
• Demonstrated success in initiating curriculum development and improvement.
• Experience with industry or work‑integrated learning.
• Evidence of ability to support and inspire students from diverse backgrounds and support student equity, diversity and inclusion initiatives.
• Demonstrated track record in research with high‑quality and high‑impact outcomes, showing a capacity for research leadership.
• Experience recruiting and supervising high‑calibre students.
• Ability to work in a team, collaborate across disciplines and build effective relationships.
• Highly developed interpersonal and organisational skills.
• Ability to interact with the profession and industry and attract funding for learning and teaching initiatives.
• Commitment to UNSW’s aims, objectives and values in action, with relevant policies and guidelines.
• Knowledge of health and safety responsibilities and commitment to attending relevant training.

Equity and Inclusion

UNSW is committed to evolving a culture that embraces equity and supports a diverse and inclusive community where everyone can participate fairly, in a safe and respectful environment. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds and encourage applications from people of diverse gender, sexual orientation, cultural and linguistic backgrounds, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander background, people with disability and those with caring and family responsibilities. UNSW provides workplace adjustments for people with disability, and access to flexible work options for eligible staff.