Assistant Professor, Cyber Security - Department of Computer Science, Faculty of Arts and Science

Avenue.io Inc.; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

MacEwan University invites applications for an entry-level, full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cyber Security, starting July 1, 2027. The Department emphasizes teaching excellence, curriculum development, and undergraduate research while inviting strong candidates with a commitment to teaching and scholarship.

Candidates should have or near completion of a terminal degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or related field, with a preference for Cyber Security

Qualifications

• Must have, or be close to completion of, a terminal degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a relevant area of expertise.
• Clear promise of excellence in undergraduate teaching and an ongoing research program.
• Ability to attract external funding is desirable.
• Participation in curriculum development and building a broad research network.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses at both junior and senior levels.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program growth.
• Develop a research program involving undergraduate students.
• Build a broad research network and pursue external funding opportunities.

Skills

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Research program leadership

Grant/funding capability

Education

Terminal degree in CS/Cyber Security or related field

Job description

Competition Number: 26.10.263
Category: Full-Time Tenure-Track
Salary: Commensurate with qualifications and experience. New hires will normally be placed within the first 8 steps of the Assistant Professor salary table.
Closing Date: A review of applications will begin November 15, 2026 and continue until a suitable candidate is found.

The Department of Computer Science in the Faculty of Arts and Science invites applications for at least one entry-level, full-time, tenure-track appointment in Cyber Security at the rank of Assistant Professor, commencing July 1, 2027, subject to final budgetary approval.

The Department of Computer Science offers a general computer science degree and specializations in databases and interactive visualization, systems and information security, and video gaming.

You will demonstrate excellence, or clear promise of excellence, in teaching both junior and senior undergraduate-level courses. In addition to teaching, you will participate in curriculum development, develop a research program involving undergraduate students, and build a broad research network. The ability to attract external funding is desirable.

You must have, or be close to completion of, a terminal degree in Computer Science, Cyber Security, or a relevant area of expertise and will demonstrate a primary commitment to undergraduate teaching and an ongoing research program. You will preferably be specialized in Cyber Security, but strong candidates in relevant areas will be considered.

You will submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, teaching dossier (including recent teaching evaluations), statement of research interests, and sample of scholarly work.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted by the Department Chair to provide three (3) letters of reference sent directly from referees.

Only selected candidates will be required to submit official transcripts sent directly from the institutions where you completed your degrees.

Questions about this opportunity may be addressed to Mohamad El-Hajj, Department Chair, at [e-mail]

This position is included under the Faculty Association collective agreement.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority.