Position description

The Department of Cybersecurity and Intelligent Systems Engineering (CISE) in the Gina Cody School of Engineering and Computer Science (GCS) at Concordia University in Montreal, Quebec, invites applications for an Extended Term Appointment (ETA) in Cybersecurity Engineering at the rank of Lecturer. ETA faculty members will be assigned undergraduate cybersecurity engineering courses and may also be assigned graduate courses. Candidates for this position must have very strong knowledge of cybersecurity engineering and relevant experience in teaching cybersecurity engineering topics. The incumbent is expected to eventually take a lead in the cybersecurity engineering undergraduate courses, including the course content, delivery, and evaluation, and the coordination of multiple sections across the academic year.

​The main responsibility of an ETA is course delivery; however, they may be asked to supervise students’ project work and contribute to Department and program administration, including the implementation of CEAB Graduate Attributes.​

Faculty members holding ETA positions at Concordia are full-time faculty members whose primary duties include teaching and service, with no research obligations. The appointment affords the possibility of promotion and permanent status. 

Qualifications and assets

Candidates should hold a Ph.D. degree in Cybersecurity Engineering or a closely related field. Membership in a Canadian professional engineering association, preferably in Quebec, is required. The successful candidate will have very strong knowledge of cybersecurity engineering and a proven track record of teaching cybersecurity engineering topics. Relevant engineering experience and/or industrial experience will be a definite asset.​

Candidates are encouraged to share any career interruptions or personal circumstances that may have had an impact on their career goals in their letter of application. These will be carefully considered in the assessment process. The Department values diversity among its faculty and strongly encourages applications from those who will contribute to that profile. Concordia University is an English-language institution of higher learning at which the primary language of instruction and research is English. Since this position supports academic functions of the university, proficiency in English is required. ​​Working knowledge of French, including reading and grading student work in French, is an asset​​.

Education at Concordia University is delivered largely in person; unless otherwise specified, candidates must be able to fulfil their teaching and service duties in person on campus. Where public health or other circumstances require it, candidates may be directed to provide instruction remotely.

How to apply

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and Permanent Residents will be given priority. To comply with the Government of Canada’s reporting requirements, the University is obliged to gather information about applicants’ status as either Permanent Residents of Canada or Canadian citizens. While applicants need not identify their country of origin or current citizenship, all applicants must include one of the following statements:

- Yes, I am a citizen or permanent resident of Canada; OR

- No, I am not a citizen or permanent resident of Canada

​​Applications should be submitted by email to Ms. Kim Adams, Department Administrator, CISE, at kim.adams@concordia.ca by July 31, 2026. Applications must include the following:

1. ​a cover letter clearly identifying the title and position code (26-ETA-CISE-M)
2. ​a comprehensive curriculum vitae,
3. ​a teaching statement,
4. ​evidence of teaching effectiveness (including course syllabi and evaluations),
5. ​an EDI statement as per the instructions below,
6. ​the names and contact information of three referees.

​Only short-listed candidates will be notified. The appointment is expected to commence on August 15, 2026, or shortly thereafter.​

Concordia University is committed to building a diverse, equitable, and inclusive community, and recognizes the importance of inclusion in achieving excellence in teaching and research. As part of this commitment to providing our students with the dynamic, innovative, and inclusive educational environment of a Next‐Generation University, we require all applicants to articulate in their cover letter how their background, as well as lived and professional experiences and expertise have prepared them to teach in ways that are relevant for a diverse, multicultural contemporary Canadian society.

Possible examples to demonstrate a diverse experience may include, but are not limited to:

1. teaching about underrepresented populations;
2. mentoring students from underrepresented backgrounds;
3. committee work;
4. offering or organizing educational programming;
5. participation in training and workshops.

All applicants will receive an email invitation to complete a short equity survey. Participation in the survey is voluntary and no identifying information about candidates will be shared with hiring committees. Candidates who wish to self-identify as a member of an underrepresented group to the hiring committee may do so in their cover letter or by writing directly to the contact person indicated in this posting.

Adaptive measures

Applicants who anticipate requiring adaptive measures throughout any stage of the recruitment process may contact, in confidence, Dr. Mark Villacorta, Senior Equity Advisor: equity@concordia.ca or by phone at 514-848-2424 extension 4875.