Assistant Professor – Secure Software and Computer Systems
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About the role
The School of Computer Science at McGill University invites applications for a tenure‑track Assistant Professor position focused on secure software and computer systems. The appointment is expected to start on August 1, 2027 and will involve research, teaching, and service within a leading Canadian computer science department.
Key responsibilities
- Develop an independent research program in security or privacy of computer and software systems and secure competitive external funding.
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise graduate students, and contribute to curriculum development.
- Provide service to the university, the broader academic profession, and society through committees, outreach, and collaborative projects.
Required profile
- PhD (or near completion) with expertise in security or privacy aspects of computer and software systems.
- Demonstrated interest in topics such as cybersecurity, network security, secure distributed computing, language/compiler security, hardware security, secure software development, applied cryptography, blockchain security, secure IoT, cyber‑physical systems, AI‑based cybersecurity, and privacy‑enhancing technologies.
- Eligibility to work in Canada and willingness to be based in Quebec.
Required skills
- Cryptography and applied security techniques.
- Secure software development practices.
- Knowledge of blockchain security and privacy‑enhancing technologies.
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