Lecturer II (Cybersecurity) at University of Agriculture, Science and Technology (UAST), Ihugh

JOB PURPOSE

• Lecturer II represents the first independent cybersecurity academic rank, expected to own undergraduate courses, lead laboratories, initiate research, and translate security theory into practical cyber-defence capacity relevant to national and continental needs.
• The purpose of this job is to independently teach undergraduate Cybersecurity courses, initiate credible research, contribute to digital innovation and cyber-resilience initiatives, and support academic governance in line with UAST and NUC standards.

KEY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teaching & Laboratory Leadership Research & Scholarship Innovation & Cyber Impact Academic Service & QA

Minimum Qualifications

• PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate (Computer Science, Information Security, Software Engineering with security focus). Minimum of two (2) publications in a peer-reviewed journal. Applied innovations, tools or datasets may count as supporting evidence.

Academic Qualifications (Mandatory)

• PhD in Cybersecurity or Senate-approved cognate (Computer Science, Information Security, Software Engineering with security focus).

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT

• 3 years post-PhD or equivalent academic/industry-research experience. Active membership of recognised national/international ICT or cybersecurity bodies.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

• Independent teaching; lab leadership; research initiation; applied security; digital ethics; communication.

PERSONAL ATTRIBUTES

• High ethical judgement and responsible security mindset. Leadership in laboratory and applied learning environments. Analytical rigor and evidence-based decision-making. Mentorship disposition and teamwork. Commitment to Africa-relevant cyber resilience solutions.