Lecturer in Cyber Security

University of the West of Scotland – School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences

The Scotland Academy, Wuxi Taihu University, China

Salary: £50,253 – £56,535, with initial placement likely to be at the starting point of the scale, subject to experience plus £5,000 International Teaching Payment granted on completion of a successful probation

Full time: 35 hours per week

Fixed Term: 36 months

The University of the West of Scotland is seeking an enthusiastic academic with a relevant undergraduate degree and a doctoral qualification (or near completion) to contribute to delivering an outstanding, research-informed student experience. The successful candidate will be actively involved in curriculum design, teaching, assessment, and educational research, with a strong understanding of contemporary pedagogies such as co-creation and active learning. Experience with digital education and online learning environments is essential, along with a commitment to interdisciplinary collaboration and high professional standards. This role offers an exciting opportunity to join a vibrant academic community that values excellence in education, research, enterprise, and international engagement.

The postholder will design and deliver high-quality teaching in Cyber Security, covering areas such as Network Security, Cloud Computing, Digital Forensics, and Ethical Hacking. Responsibilities include module coordination, assessment, programme development, and participation in quality enhancement initiatives. They will maintain scholarly activity to ensure teaching is research-informed, supervise research students, and contribute to enterprise activities including CPD and consultancy. The role is ideal for someone passionate about shaping the future of computing education and research in a collaborative, forward-thinking environment.

The Scotland Academy and the University of the West of Scotland (UWS) partnership offer the following programs:

• BSc (Hons) in Cyber Security
• BEng (Hons) in Engineering Management
• BSc (Hons) in Web and Mobile Development

The post holder will reside in China teaching in the Scotland Academy on behalf of the University of the West of Scotland.

The successful candidate should have the following:

• An undergraduate qualification in a Cyber Security or related subject area
• A PhD in a relevant area
• Evidence of experience of learning, teaching and assessment in higher education
• Evidence of knowledge and understanding of contemporary pedagogies
• Evidence of published research profile commensurate with career stage
• Evidence of experience in module/programme administration
• Evidence of experience in designing and delivering co-creative and active learning and assessment
• Evidence of familiarity with online learning environments and the principles of digital education

About us: University of the West of Scotland is one of Scotland’s largest and most dynamic modern universities. Our reach across the United Kingdom means that UWS is a significant force in global knowledge creation, innovation, and a leading provider of undergraduate, postgraduate and research degree education. Our degrees provide students with a transformational experience; equipping them with highly sought-after graduate skills that set them up for global success in world-leading sectors, industries and businesses.

The Scotland Academy is a strategic partnership between the University of the West of Scotland and Wuxi Taihu University, launched in 2020. The Academy aims to deliver high-quality, industry-relevant degree programmes that combine UWS’s academic excellence with WTU’s local expertise and infrastructure. This collaboration supports UWS’s internationalisation strategy and provides students with a truly global learning experience.

With cutting-edge courses, modern pedagogy and practical knowledge, we enable our students and staff to experience the joy of learning, teaching, research and innovation, and apply their knowledge for the benefit of others.

UWS is officially ranked by Times Higher Education in the top 200 universities worldwide under 50 years old (2024 Young University Rankings).

The School of Computing, Engineering & Physical Sciences offers industry-focussed teaching and research opportunities that deliver solutions to real-world problems. You will join an innovative and supportive team, playing a key role in driving forward our ambition to deliver transformational change, through outputs that have a tangible, early and positive impact on society across the globe. Our students benefit from state-of-the-art facilities, extensive expertise in research and development, and our robust collaborations with multinational companies across the world.

About Wuxi Taihu University: Wuxi Taihu University is a full-time, multidisciplinary application-oriented undergraduate university approved by the Ministry of Education, located in Wuxi urban area, national forest park, covering an area of 2,000 acres, more than 25,000 teachers and students, known as the "university in the garden", adjacent to Shanghai, convenient transportation, beautiful scenery. Founded in 2002, the university was approved as a master's degree granting project construction unit in 2017 from Jiangnan University, a century-old "double first-class" university. In the latest "2025 Ranking of Chinese Universities", Wuxi Taihu University ranks fifth among similar universities in China and first among similar universities in Jiangsu Province.

Remuneration Package: The salary range for the role is £50,253 – £56,535, with initial placement likely to be at the starting point of the scale, subject to experience. £5,000 International Teaching Payment granted on completion of a successful probation. Expatriate benefits will be available to eligible applicants, such as a relocation allowance, housing allowance, medical insurance, medical allowance, allowance for personal laptop use. Additional Benefits include: Annual Holiday Allowance: 47 days of annual leave, including public holidays; Pension Provision: UWS will contribute 8% of annual salary to employee’s personal pension; Development Opportunities: Professional and career development opportunities.

Closing Date: 31st October 2025