Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity

Tracking Code: req603

Faculty/Department: Faculty of Business and Information Technology

Appointment Type: Tenured and Tenure-Track, Full-time Continuing

Number of Positions: 1

Salary Grade: Administered in accordance with the Collective Agreement

Posting Date: June 12, 2023

Application Review Date: September 11, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is found

Ontario Tech University (University of Ontario Institute of Technology), located in Oshawa, Ontario, advances the discovery and application of knowledge through a technology-enriched learning environment and innovative programs responsive to the needs of students, and the evolving 21st-century workplace. Ontario Tech promotes social engagement, fosters critical thinking, and integrates outcomes-based learning experiences inside and outside the classroom. We invite you to consider joining Ontario Tech's globally trained faculty as we further our reputation for providing a leading-edge learning environment and delivering innovative research.

The Faculty of Business and IT invites applications, from qualified individuals, for a tenure-track position at the Assistant Professor level in the field of Cybersecurity. This position is subject to budgetary approval, and would start on January 1, 2024, or as soon as it is filled.

The successful candidate will be expected to conduct active and innovative research programs and to teach at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Ontario Tech is a technology-enhanced learning environment and the candidate shall be expected to have skills in the integration of technology into teaching and to model those skills in their own teaching in the University’s web-centric and mobile learning environment.

Applicants should hold a PhD, or be near completion of their doctorate in IT Security, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Systems or a related discipline. The ideal candidate’s research is preferred to be in Usability Security or Artificial Intelligence in Security. The preferred candidate will be able to teach some of the following subjects at the graduate and undergraduate level: Usability Security, AI Security, Cryptography, Biometrics and Access Control, Adversarial AI, Attack and Defense, Penetration Testing, Automotive Security, Blockchain, Zero Trust Security or Post Quantum Security.

Applicants should possess a strong academic background; and be able to demonstrate excellence in innovative and scholarly research leading to peer assessed publications. Candidates must also demonstrate strong potential for outstanding teaching contributions. In addition, candidates should possess excellent English language skills demonstrating an ability to ensure strong, two-way communications on an ongoing basis that contribute to collaborative/collegial relationships with faculty, staff, students, and the community at large.

The successful applicant will be expected to attract tri-council funding and engage in leading-edge research with colleagues and students. The candidate will teach the Bachelor of IT, Master of IT Security, Master and PhD in Computer Science as well as future professional and research based graduate programs at Ontario Tech University.

The successful candidate will be expected to follow a 40% Research, 40% Teaching and 20% Service workload each year.

The Faculty offers honours undergraduate degrees in Commerce and in Information Technology, with specializations in Networking and Security, Game Development and Interactive Media, and Technology Management. We offer the Master of IT Security (MITS) degree with an Artificial Intelligence focus. MSc and PhD programs in Computer Science are offered jointly by the Faculties of Business and IT, Engineering and Science. Information about the Faculty of Business and IT can be found at https://businessandit.ontariotechu.ca//index.php.
The candidate will have the opportunity to participate in the teaching, research and outreach activities of our Institute for

Cybersecurity and Resilient Systems https://icrs.ontariotechu.ca/ as well as in industry-based capstone projects in the Master of IT Security program.

This position falls within the bargaining unit represented by the UOIT Faculty Association and will be subject to the terms and conditions of the collective agreement between the University and the UOIT Faculty Association. The collective agreement may be found on the Human Resources section of our website. Starting salary will be commensurate with experience and annual salary increases are administered as per the terms outlined in the collective agreement.

Review of applications will begin September 11, 2023 or until a suitable candidate is found. Applicants should submit in electronic format (as a single pdf file) a covering letter; a curriculum vitae including a list of publications; a statement of teaching interests/experience; evidence of high quality teaching; an outline of their present research program; a brief future research plan; and the names of three referees through the Ontario Tech website.

Ontario Tech University is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from all qualified candidates, while especially encouraging applications from women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous peoples, persons with disabilities, and persons of any sexual orientation, gender identity, and gender expression. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents and Indigenous Peoples in Canada will be given priority.

Ontario Tech University respects people's different needs and therefore will take all reasonable steps to ensure accommodation for applicants where appropriate. The University is also committed to ensuring that confidentiality is maintained throughout all aspects of the recruitment cycle.

If you require accommodation, please contact Julie Day, Health and Disability Management Specialist. For more information about the universities policies for accommodating employees with disabilities please review the university’s Accessibility Policy

The university acknowledges the lands and people of the Mississaugas of Scugog Island First Nation which is covered under the Williams Treaties. We are situated on the Traditional Territory of the Mississaugas, a branch of the greater Anishinaabeg Nation which includes Algonquin, Ojibway, Odawa and Pottawatomi.

Job Location: Oshawa, Ontario, Canada

Expected Start Date: 1/1/2024

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