Senior Teaching Fellow (Cybersecurity)

De Montfort University (DMU) is a globally-minded institution with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality teaching, an excellent student experience, and meaningful public impact. DMU is a culturally rich university, characterised by creativity, innovation, inclusivity and compassion, where both staff and students are supported to thrive.. Our success is built on a fantastic student experience coupled with award-winning teaching and world-class facilities that help students develop the skills and attitudes employer’s demand.

DMU London

DMU London is part of the University’s ambitious growth agenda and represents an exciting new chapter in the development of De Montfort University. As a specialist postgraduate campus, DMU London is being shaped as a centre for teaching excellence, bringing together disciplines and subjects with a strong focus on sustainability, digital innovation and employability. It offers students an outstanding opportunity to study in one of the world’s most dynamic and globally connected cities, within a supportive and career-focused academic environment.

The role

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Teaching Fellow in Cyber Security to join DMU London at a pivotal stage in its growth. This is a key academic role for an experienced and motivated individual who can contribute to the delivery of high-quality postgraduate teaching and support the continued development of our digital and computing portfolio.

You will play an important part in delivering innovative, industry-informed teaching in Cyber Security and related areas, including the applied use of AI in security contexts. Working as part of a collaborative academic team, you will help create engaging, practice-based learning experiences that are intellectually rigorous, professionally relevant and aligned to the needs of postgraduate learners.

As a Senior Teaching Fellow, you will contribute not only to teaching delivery, but also to curriculum enhancement, academic leadership and the wider student experience. The role offers the opportunity to shape modules, support programme development, and work closely with colleagues to ensure a high-quality and inclusive learning environment.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing London campus with a distinctive academic identity and to contribute to a postgraduate offer that places strong emphasis on responsible innovation, professional relevance and student success.

Key responsibilities include:

• Delivering postgraduate teaching in Cyber Security and related subject areas, including applied use of AI in security contexts
• Acting as Module Leader and contributing across the wider digital and computing portfolio
• Designing and delivering innovative, industry-informed teaching and assessment
• Contributing to the ongoing development of the MSc Cyber Security & AI programme
• Providing academic leadership, line management and mentoring to colleagues
• Engaging with industry partners and external guest speakers to enhance learning and strengthen professional relevance
• Supporting recruitment, marketing, and student engagement activities in support of DMU London’s continued growth

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a motivated and collaborative academic or industry professional with strong expertise in Cyber Security and a genuine commitment to high-quality postgraduate teaching.

The successful candidate will bring the ability to combine subject knowledge with strong teaching practice, creating learning experiences that are engaging, applied and responsive to the needs of a diverse postgraduate student body. You will be comfortable working across teaching, curriculum development and wider academic responsibilities, and will be able to contribute positively to a collegial and ambitious academic team.

Essential

• A relevant degree and postgraduate qualification (or PhD)
• Experience of teaching in higher education at postgraduate level, or significant industry experience in Cyber Security
• Evidence of high-quality, and innovative teaching and learning practice
• Experience of contributing to curriculum, module and assessment development
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to adapt to different audiences
• Commitment to inclusive teaching and student support
• Ability to work collaboratively and support colleagues
• Understanding of ethical and responsible approaches in technical education

Desirable

• Experience of of teaching in higher education at postgraduate level, or significant industry experience in AI, Data Analytics or related field
• Experience of academic leadership, formal line management, mentoring or workload coordination
• Understanding of postgraduate admissions, applicant decision-making and the needs of international students
• Experience of supporting programme promotion, including webinars, marketing content or engagement with prospective students and agents
• Experience of recognising and responding to business development opportunities

Personal qualities

• Organised, proactive, and solution-focused Able to work effectively both independently and as part of a team
• Able to manage priorities and meet deadlines
• Committed to equality, diversity, and inclusion
• Flexible in approach and willing to contribute to the wider needs of the role
• Committed to continuing professional development and ongoing enhancement of practice

Further information

View Recruitment Pack - Job Description and Person Specification.

Closing date: We welcome all applications before midnight on 15 May 2026.