Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity and Operations

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POSITION ANNOUNCEMENT

Niagara University

College of Arts & Sciences

Department of Computer and Information Sciences (Vaughan)

COMPANY NAME: Niagara University

DEPARTMENT: Cybersecurity and Operations

LOCATION: 2904 Hwy 7 #113, Vaughan, Ontario, Canada L4K 0K4

JOB TITLE: Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity and Operations

JOB STATUS: Permanent, Full Time, Tenure-Track

LANGUAGE: English

SALARY RANAGE: 100,000 CAD-126,000 CAD (commensurate with qualifications and experience)

BENEFITS:

• Comprehensive benefits plan, including Extended Health Care with vision care, Dental, Basic Employee Life and AD&D, Dependent Life, Long-term Disability, and Voluntary Supplemental Life Insurance. These benefits are available as of date of hire.
• Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) that is available to Faculty after one year of continuous full-time employment;
• Tuition benefits for Faculty and their immediate family.
• Faculty who contribute a minimum of 3% of their base salary receive an 8% university contribution.

Job Description

Niagara University's Department of Cybersecurity and Operations (CSO) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to start in the fall semester of 2024 in Vaughan, Ontario. As a tenure-track faculty member in CSO, the successful candidate will be required to teach three courses per semester (fall/spring), publish impactful scholarly research and participate in service (committees, advisement, etc.) to the department, college and university according to the NULTA Faculty Contract. Attendance at periodic meetings and holding regular office hours will also be expected. The courses assigned will be primarily at the graduate-level, though they may include other areas as department needs dictate - as well as a mix of traditional (face-to-face) and online formats.

Job Requirements

The successful candidate will possess a Ph.D. in Information Security or closely related field completed at the time of appointment. The department is currently seeking the following skills as a new faculty member joining the CSO department (teaching, research and service):

• At least three (3) years of successful cybersecurity teaching experience in the following areas (teaching):

o Cryptography

o Software Security

o Ability to teach CSO500 (Cybersecurity survey course)

• Further, this position requires the following experience (service)

o Successful curriculum development that includes remote learning

o Able to serve as the Ontario campus faculty leader.

o Ability to actively participate in CSO recruitment efforts throughout the year.

o Assist organizing cybersecurity events on and off campus.

• This faculty position also requires the following (research):

o Ability to lead student research projects.

o Proven successful publication record.

o Proven successful grant writing skills.

The successful candidate will have demonstrated excellence in the above criteria. This will be demonstrated by strong communication skills evident throughout the application process; a teaching CV that includes a compelling statement of teaching highlighting areas of interest, awards, accomplishments, and teaching philosophy; sample course syllabi and materials; teaching evaluations; and strong letters of reference from referees of high standing that endorse excellent teaching and a commitment to excellent pedagogical practices.

Application reviews will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.

How to apply

Candidates should submit the following documents to Niagara University's Human Resources by email at HR@niagara.edu or by mail at Niagara University 11 Vincentian Dr, Unit 1911, Niagara University, NY 14109. :

• Letter of application
• Curriculum vitae
• Evidence of teaching and research
• Three letters of recommendation

You can also apply at the Niagara University Human Resources Job Application page at https://niagara.applicantpro.com/jobs/.

Successful candidates will also be required to submit the names and contact information for three professional references. Any inquiries about position or application instructions can be directed to: Dr. Petter Lovaas, Search Committee Chair, Cybersecurity and Operations, PO Box 2018, Niagara University, NY 14109-2018; plovaas@niagara.edu

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified people, including those with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

About the Institution (https://niagarau.ca/)

Niagara University was founded in 1856 by the Catholic Vincentian Fathers, whose mission emphasizes practical training and excellence in service of society. NU has a campus in Lewiston, New York, U.S.A. and a site in Vaughan, Ontario, Canada.

The Vaughan Campus offers five degree programs including a: Bachelor of Professional Studies in Education (accredited by the Ontario College of Teachers), Master of Science in Educational Leadership, Master of Business Administration, Master of Science in Finance, and Master of Science in Information Security and Digital Forensics. The Vaughan Campus currently has approximately 350 students its five academic programs. The Vaughan Campus operates out of a 12,330-square-foot new site, which includes classrooms, faculty and administration offices, and student lounge areas.

NU's bi-national culture is built in close proximity to major manufacturing and business centers in Niagara Falls, Buffalo, and Toronto, as well as the award-winning Niagara Wine Trail and several nearby cultural destinations make Niagara University an ideal place to work and live.

Search Chair Contact Information:

Dr. Petter Lovaas

E-mail: plovaas@niagara.edu

Phone: 716-286-8463