University of Bristol
Professor of Cyber Security
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The role
As part of the expansion of Bristol Cyber Security Group the School of Computer Science is seeking to make an appointment of a Professor of Cyber Security, as an open-ended position.
What will you be doing?
We wish to appoint a research active Professor who can provide leadership in their particular field. The main purpose of the role is to carry out excellent and innovative Research and Teaching in an area aligned with that undertaken within Bristol Cyber Security Group.
You should apply if
- International reputation in research in cyber security, in a research area aligned with that undertaken within Bristol Cyber Security Group;
- Record of publication in top venues and peer reviewed journals relevant to the area of research;
- You have experience of teaching and supervising postgraduate and undergraduate students;
- You have experience of leading and growing an area of research.
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Additional information
To find out more about what it's like to work in the Faculty of Engineering, and how the Faculty supports people to achieve their potential, please see our staff blog:
https://engineering.blogs.bristol.ac.uk/category/engineering-includes-me/
Contract type: Open ended
Work pattern: Full time
Grade: M - Professorial Range 1
Salary: £74,828 - £77,537 per annum
School/Unit: Computer Science
This advert will close at 23:59 UK time on Thursday 15th October 2026
Shortlisting will take place week commencing the 2nd November 2026
Interviews are anticipated to take place week commencing the 16th or 23rd November 2026
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The University of Bristol aims to be a place where everyone feels able to be themselves and do their best in an inclusive working environment where all colleagues can thrive and reach their full potential. We want to attract, develop, and retain individuals with different experiences, backgrounds and perspectives – particularly people of colour, LGBT+ and disabled people - because diversity of people and ideas remains integral to our excellence as a global civic institution.
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ACAD108475 - Candidate Brochure - Professor in Cyber Security.pdf
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