Assistant Professor, Computer Security and Privacy - York University, Lassonde School of Engineering
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science, York University invites highly qualified candidates to apply for a professorial stream tenure-track appointment in Computer Security
and Privacy at the rank of Assistant Professor, to commence July 1, 2023. There is one (1) position available.
The closing date has been extended to January 16, 2023.
Salary will be commensurate with qualifications and experience. All York University positions are subject to budgetary approval.
The Ideal Candidate
A PhD in computer science or a closely related field is required by the start of the appointment, with a demonstrated record of excellence, or promise of excellence, in research and in teaching. Applicants should have a clearly articulated
program of research in Computer Security and Privacy broadly interpreted as including, but not limited to the following:
• OS security and malware analysis
• software security
• computer forensics
• penetration testing and ethical hacking
• mobile security
• cloud security
• user privacy
• trust management
• cryptography
The successful candidate will be expected to engage in outstanding, innovative, and externally funded research at the highest level in the field of Computer Security and Privacy.
Candidates must provide evidence of research excellence or promise of research excellence of a recognized international calibre, as demonstrated by, for example: the research statement that clearly evidences the impact and importance
of the work; a record of publications in significant journals and/or conferences in the Security and Privacy fields; presentations at major conferences; awards and accolades; and recommendations from referees of high standing. The position will involve graduate
teaching and supervision, as well as undergraduate teaching, and the successful candidate must be suitable for prompt appointment to the Faculty of Graduate Studies.
Evidence of excellence or promise of excellence in teaching will be provided through means such as: the teaching statement; teaching accomplishments and pedagogical innovations including in high priority areas such as experiential
education and technology enhanced learning; teaching evaluations; and letters of reference.
About the Department
The Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science at York University is one of the foremost academic and research departments in Canada with more than 75 faculty members, offering a range of undergraduate programs and
research-intensive graduate degrees. For further information please visit http://eecs.lassonde.yorku.ca.
About the Lassonde School of Engineering
Established in 2012, the Lassonde School of Engineering, 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. Further information is available at http://lassonde.yorku.ca/.
About York University
York is a leading international teaching and research university, and a driving force for positive change. Empowered by a welcoming and diverse community with a uniquely global perspective, we are preparing our students for their
long-term careers and personal success. Together, we can make things right for our communities, our planet, and our future.
Applying to York University
York University has a policy on Accommodation in Employment for Persons with Disabilities and
is committed to working towards a barrier-free workplace and to expanding the accessibility of the workplace to persons with disabilities. Candidates who require accommodation during the selection process are invited to contact [log in to unmask].
York University is an Affirmative Action (AA) employer and strongly values diversity, including gender and sexual diversity, within its community. The AA Program, which applies to women, members of racialized groups, Indigenous peoples,
persons with disabilities and those who self-identify as 2SLGBTQ+, can be found at http://acadjobs.info.yorku.ca/ or by calling the AA line
at 416-736-5713. Applicants wishing to self-identify as part of York University’s Affirmative Action program can do so as part of the online application process.
All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and Indigenous peoples in Canada will be given priority. No application will be considered without a completed mandatory Work Status
Declaration form, which is included as part of the online application process.
How to Apply
Applicants must complete the online application process at http://apply.interfolio.com/113613.
Include the following documents:
Candidates selected for further consideration will be expected to provide contact details for three referees. For full consideration we need to have received your complete application
materials by January 16, 2023. The application deadline has been extended.
If you have any questions or problems with submitting an application on the York portal, please contact Debra Clinton at [log in to unmask].
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