Research Fellow, Centre for Secure Information Technologies

Organisation/Company

QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST

Research Field

Computer science

Researcher Profile

First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country

United Kingdom

Application Deadline

8 Apr 2024 – 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract

Other

Job Status

Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme?

Not funded by an EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure?

No

Offer Description

Application closing date: 08/04/2024
Salary: £37,841 – £40,134 per annum
Job category/type: Research

The Centre for Secure Information Technologies (CSIT) in the School of EEECS Queen’s University Belfast, is currently seeking to recruit a Research Fellow to contribute to the ongoing activities of the NSS group within CSIT on developing, implementing, and demonstrating secure, programmable next-generation networks.

In particular, the postdoctoral fellow will take a lead role in investigating novel methods to address the cyber security of future flexible and programmable communication networks (6G/Satellite/Space-air-ground integrated networks).

This is a unique opportunity to contribute to secure next generation communication networks and work at one of the leading institutions in the UK in cyber security, the Centre for Secure Information Technologies – Queen’s University Belfast, collaborating with academic and industry partners.

The successful candidate must have, and your application should clearly demonstrate that you meet the following criteria:

• Have (or be about to obtain) a PhD in Computer Science or a relevant field.
• A demonstrable research record in an area related to cyber security and programmable networking.
• A strong publication record, commensurate with stage of career.
• Demonstrable competency in network programming (e.g., hands-on experience with P4, bmv2 and Mininet or OpenFlow SDN) or network security systems design (e.g., software implementation of intrusion detection systems).
• Evidence of strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

Please note the above is not an exhaustive list. For further information about the role including the essential and desirable criteria click on the ‘Candidate Information’ link below.

This post is available on a fixed term contract for 3 years, or until 31 October 2027, whichever is sooner. Fixed term contract posts are available for the stated period in the first instance but in particular circumstances may be renewed or made permanent subject to availability of funding. 

At Queen’s our people are at the heart of everything we do. As a staff member you will become part of a vibrant organisational culture, which will provide you with the opportunity to achieve your full potential and enhance your career through a continuous focus on learning and development.

Queen’s University is committed to promoting equality of opportunity to all. We have created an inclusive culture by establishing staff networks such as iRise  (Black, Asian, Minority Ethnic and International Staff Network) and PRISM  (LGBTQ+) which help us progress equality.

We also subscribe to Equality Charter Marks such as the Diversity Charter Mark NI in addition to Athena Swan. For further information on our commitment to Equality, Diversity and Inclusion, please visit: www.qub.ac.uk/diversity ; www.qub.ac.uk/qgi  and www.qub.ac.uk/sites/StaffGateway/StaffNetworks/

Candidate Information
About the Centre
Attractive Reward Package
Further Information for International Applicants

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Additional Information
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Number of offers available

1

Company/Institute

QUEENS UNIVERSITY BELFAST

Country

United Kingdom

City

Belfast

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Where to apply

Website

https://www.timeshighereducation.com/unijobs/listing/367096/research-fellow-cen…

Contact

City

Belfast

STATUS: EXPIRED