Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity

Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, Lassonde School of Engineering

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science in the Lassonde School of Engineering at York University invites highly qualified applicants for an Assistant Professor position in Cybersecurity. This is a tenure-track appointment to the Professorial Stream to commence July 1, 2025.

We are seeking applicants with research and teaching expertise in Cybersecurity, broadly defined. While our search is not limited to specific subareas, we are particularly interested in data protection, cloud security, IoT security, as well as AI and ML security. Strong applicants working in other cutting-edge or classical areas of cybersecurity are also encouraged to apply. The successful candidate is expected to disseminate their research through significant journals and conferences in the field, and train students in their field of expertise. The position will involve graduate teaching and supervision, as well as undergraduate teaching. The successful candidate is expected to be an effective teacher capable of teaching in both online and in-person settings as needed.

The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science http://lassonde.yorku.ca/eecs at York University is one of the foremost academic and research departments in Canada with more than 80 fulltime faculty members and offers a range of undergraduate programs and research-intensive graduate degrees. Established in 2012, the Lassonde School of Engineering http://lassonde.yorku.ca/ York University offers a broad range of undergraduate and graduate programs to educate multidisciplinary problem solvers, critical thinkers, and entrepreneurs who understand creativity, communications, social responsibility, and cultural diversity.

Candidate Qualifications:
Degree: A PhD in Computer Security/Cybersecurity, or a closely related field is required, either in hand or near completion by the appointment’s start Undergraduate degrees in Cybersecurity, Computer security, or other closely related majors with a concentration or specialization in these areas will be considered an additional asset.

Scholarship:
• A coherent and well-articulated program of research and specialization in one or more areas of Cybersecurity.
• A record or evident promise of generating innovative, substantive, rigorous, and as appropriate, externally funded research and/or research creation.
• A record of evident promise of making influential contributions and demonstrating excellence in the field (e.g., a research statement, a record of publications or forthcoming publications in significant journals or conferences in the field; awards and accolades; and/or strong recommendations from referees of high standing).

Teaching:
• A record of or evident promise of excellence in teaching and dedication to students (e.g., teaching accomplishments, pedagogical innovations, official student and peer evaluations).
• Suitability for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies, given that the position will involve graduate teaching and supervision.

Hiring Policies:
• Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.
• York is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, in its community. Details of the AA Program, which applies to women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities and those who identify as 2SLGBTQ+, can be found here https://www.yorku.ca/vpepc/faculty-affairs/affirmative-action/ or by contacting Christal Chapman, EDI Program Manager (chapman7@yorku.ca).
• York welcomes and employs scholars from all over the world. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.
• York has a policy on Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities http://secretariat-policies.info.yorku.ca/policies/accommodation-in-employment-for-persons-with-disabilities/ and is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Applicants who require accommodation are invited to contact eecsjoin@yorku.ca.

Application Process:
• Due date: Complete applications received by November 15, 2024, will receive full consideration.
• Required materials: 1) current CV; 2) a cover letter; 3) a statement of the research program that the applicant would seek to establish at York; 4) a statement outlining their teaching philosophy and contributions to teaching (and curriculum development, if applicable); 5) three sample research publications. Candidates selected for further consideration will be asked to provide contact details for three referees.
• Provide required information regarding your Canadian work status and optional self-identification for Affirmative Action purposes as part of the online application.
• Direct questions about the position to eecsjoin@yorku.ca.
• Submit materials: online at http://apply.interfolio.com/154214

Learn More About York:
• York University generates and shares knowledge through our research, teaching and engagement with communities around the world. The 2023-2028 Strategic Research Plan https://www.yorku.ca/research/strategic-research-plan-2023-2028/ showcases the depth, breadth and ambition of research at York.
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