Hung Nguyen

Adelaide University is recruiting Lecturers in Cyber Security to join a growing research and teaching environment in the School of Computer Science and Information Technology. The opportunity is based in Adelaide, Australia, and includes two academic roles: one continuing full-time position focused on AI Systems Security , and one fixed-term full-time position for 2.5 years focused on Secure Software Engineering . The post sits at Level B and is designed for candidates who want to combine teaching, mentoring, and research with real-world impact. The team works at the intersection of cyber security , artificial intelligence security , secure coding , fuzzing , vulnerability detection , IoT security , cyber-physical systems , security operations , and incident response . The role also emphasizes collaboration with industry, Defence, and government partners. Eligibility highlights: applicants should have a PhD in Computer Science with a cyber security focus, a strong publication record, evidence of effective teaching, strong English communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively and handle administrative duties. Industry engagement and competitive research grant experience are desirable. Applicants for the continuing role should show research strength in AI security systems, attack surfaces, agents, adversarial systems in AI, or AI in cyber security. Applicants for the fixed-term role should show research strength in secure software engineering and related areas. Funding and employment: this is a salaried academic appointment, not a scholarship. The salary range is AUD 114,917 to 135,932 per annum plus 17% superannuation. One role is continuing and the other is fixed-term for 2.5 years. Application window: submit by 11:30pm Monday 18 May 2026 . Apply through the university job portal, upload a CV and cover letter, and address the selection criteria in the online form.