Position Details
School of Computer Science
Location: University of Birmingham, Edgbaston, Birmingham UK
Grade 8 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £45,585 to £54,395 with potential progression once in post to £61,198
Grade 9 Full time starting salary is normally in the range £56,021 to £64,914 with potential progression once in post to £84,644
Grade: 8 or 9
Full Time, Permanent
Closing date: 16th June 2024
Background
The School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham is recruiting new academic staff to fulfil its ambitions as a leading UK university for computer science. We seek to recruit in the area of Cybersecurity, with a specific interest in applied cryptography in the context of hardware and embedded systems security (. pre-silicon leakage and fault analysis, secure embedded software development, statistical side channel and fault evaluation techniques, machine and deep learning for side channels). We encourage applications from across the area of Cybersecurity.
The School of Computer Science at the University of Birmingham is one of the leading UK institutions for research and teaching in computer science. Our research is ranked 3rd across all UK universities according to the latest UK-wide Research Excellence Framework. Education is ranked 7th in the UK for computer science, according to 2023 tables. While pursuing excellence in research and education, we also aim to optimize our positive impact on society—examples include collaborations with industry partners and charities, commercialisation activities and an extensive wider participation programme.
To support its aims, the School offers a vibrant, open and intellectually stimulating work environment in its dedicated computer science building, educating well over 1500 students. Our environment is collaborative and impact-oriented, with extensive career support and a safe working environment. We value diversity and inclusion and welcome applications from all sections of the community and are open to discussions around all forms of flexible working.
This post is for both Assistant Professor and Associate Professor level. Candidates should state which level they are applying for in the application.
Interested candidates are encouraged to make informal enquiries to Prof Elisabeth Oswald