Loretta Rogers Research Chair in Cybersecurity Analytics

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Loretta Rogers Research Chair in Cybersecurity Analytics
TRSM Information Tech Mgmt
Posted: February 13, 2025
Deadline to Apply: Saturday, March 15, 2025

Located in downtown Toronto, the largest and most culturally diverse city in Canada and on the territory of the Anishinaabeg, Haudenosaunee and the Wendat Peoples, the School of Information Technology Management in the Ted Rogers School of Management at Toronto Metropolitan University [www.torontomu.ca] (formerly Ryerson University) invites applications for a Loretta Rogers Research Chair in Cybersecurity Analytics. The selected Research Chair will be appointed as a tenured faculty member at the rank of Associate Professor starting July 1, 2025, subject to final budgetary approval. The Research Chair will be appointed for a 5-year term, with the possibility of renewal.

Established in 2007, and made possible through a significant leadership gift from the Rogers family, the Loretta Rogers Research Chair Program aims to attract outstanding scholars to advance and enrich innovative and societally relevant research and learning experiences at TRSM.

We are seeking an eminent scholar to join our research and innovation environment, bringing experience and a deep understanding of the theories, practices, techniques, tools and issues surrounding cybersecurity and analytics. The successful candidate will integrate research interests in cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, machine learning, analytics, as well as other relevant fields.

The ultimate value of this Loretta Rogers Research Chair lies in its potential to create and mobilize knowledge and contribute to industry, policy and society in highly impactful ways. It is expected that the Chair’s research will shape/influence and respond to the changing nature of cybersecurity knowledge and practice.

The successful candidate will be expected to: develop and maintain a strong, independent, externally-funded and internationally recognized research program; mentor and collaborate with colleagues on research grants and publications; publish in highly ranked journals; supervise graduate students; teach at undergraduate and graduate levels; and engage in collegial service.

Candidates must have a doctoral degree in Information Systems or a closely related field, and hold, or be eligible to hold, a tenured position at a recognized institution at the Associate rank. In addition, the successful candidates must present evidence of:

expertise in areas such as cybersecurity, business analytics, artificial intelligence, and/or other relevant specialized areas in management;
internationally recognized research profile with evidence of peer reviewed contributions in high quality outlets in the areas of cybersecurity and analytics (e.g., the use of AI to address cybersecurity issues and/or the security of AI systems);
demonstrated ability to establish and maintain an independent, externally funded research program (and/or participation in partnership grants and/or ability to attract multi-institutional grants) of an internationally competitive caliber;
research collaborations or strong potential/ability to attract industrial and community collaborative initiatives;
the demonstrated ability to develop and retain excellent trainees, students and future researchers;
experience in course development and teaching excellence at the undergraduate and graduate levels;
demonstrated commitment to upholding the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion as it pertains to service, teaching, and scholarly, research or creative activities, and evidence of their ability to work with a diverse student population;
ability and willingness to contribute to the community of the Ted Rogers’ School of Management and the University through collegial service.

Our committee recognizes that scholars have varying career paths and that career interruptions can be part of an excellent academic record. Candidates are encouraged to provide any relevant information about their experience and/or career interruptions.

This position falls under the jurisdiction of the Toronto Metropolitan Faculty Association [TFA] [www.tfanet.ca]. Visit us at www.torontomu.ca/faculty-affairs to view the TFA collective agreement and a summary of TFA benefits.

Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU)
Serving a highly diverse student population of over 45,000, with 100+ undergraduate and graduate programs built on the integration of theoretical and practical learning and distinguished by a professionally focused curriculum with a strong emphasis on excellence in teaching, research and creative activities, TMU is a vibrant, urban university known for its culture of innovation, entrepreneurship, community engagement and city-building through its award-winning architecture.

Ted Rogers School of Information Technology Management
Our School offers undergraduate and graduate (Master’s and Doctoral) programs to more than 2,000 students of diverse backgrounds. Our faculty prides itself on the excellence of its research, the quality of its teaching and community engagement. We are interested in candidates who will contribute to our existing strengths in research/creativity activity and teaching through academic, professional and diverse lived experiences and perspectives.

Ted Rogers School at Toronto Metropolitan University [www.torontomu.ca/trsm] is developing collaborative, creative leaders who will drive the 21st-century business forward while making a positive impact on society. Home to more than 13,000 students and more than 200 industry-connected faculty, Ted Rogers School is Canada’s leading diverse, entrepreneurial business school centred in an urban learning environment. Ted Rogers School offers 12 Bachelor of Commerce degrees, a Bachelor of Health Administration degree, the Ted Rogers MBA, a Master in Health Administration (Community Care), a Master of Science in Management, Professional Master’s Diploma, Executive Education courses and a PhD in Management. Ted Rogers School is also home to 15 innovative research centres, institutes and labs.

Working at TMU
At the intersection of mind and action, Toronto Metropolitan University is on a transformative path to become Canada’s leading comprehensive innovation university. At TMU, we believe that equity, diversity and inclusion are integral to this path; our current Academic Plan outlines each as core values and we work to embed them in all that we do.

Dedicated to a people first culture, TMU is proud to rank number one on the Forbes list of Canada’s Best Employers for Diversity.

We invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports available to faculty, including access to our diverse faculty and staff networks.

Visit us on X (previously known as Twitter): @torontomet, @VPFAtorontomet and @TorontoMetHR, and our LinkedIn page.

TMU is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more about legal and policy obligations please visit the Accessibility and Human Rights websites.

Toronto Metropolitan University welcomes those who have demonstrated a commitment to upholding the values of equity, diversity, and inclusion and will assist us to expand our capacity for diversity in the broadest sense. In addition, to correct the conditions of disadvantage in employment in Canada, we encourage applications from members of groups that have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including First Nations, Métis and Inuit peoples, Indigenous peoples of North America, Black-identified persons, other racialized persons, persons with disabilities, and those who identify as women and/or 2SLGBTQ+.

How to Apply
Applicants must submit their application online via the Faculty Recruitment Portal [https://hr.cf.torontomu.ca/ams/faculty/] by clicking on “Start Application Process” to begin. Applications, consisting of the following, must be received by March 15, 2025 (or until the position is filled):

a letter of application;
a curriculum vitae;
three recent research publications directed to the aforementioned fields of expertise;
a detailed research plan of no more than 5 pages;
evidence of research training (e.g., supervision and mentorship of graduate students and other highly qualified personnel) in relevant fields;
a statement of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion philosophy, with clear descriptions of how the candidate has upheld the values of Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion in their service, teaching, and scholarly, research or creative activities;
a teaching dossier and results of teaching evaluations; and
names and contact information of three individuals who may be contacted for references.

Please note that all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, applications from Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority, in accordance with Canadian immigration regulations.

Contacts
Any confidential inquiries about the opportunity can be directed to the Department Hiring Committee Chair Dr. Sameh Al Natour at itmdirector@torontomu.ca.

Candidates who belong to one or more of the equity-deserving groups recognized at TMU are welcome to connect with Debbie Thompson [debbie.thompson@torontomu.ca], Executive Director, Office of the Vice-President, Equity and Community Inclusion [www.torontomu.ca/equity].

Indigenous candidates who would like to learn more about working at Toronto Metropolitan University are welcome to contact James McKay, Indigenous Human Resources Lead at indigenous@torontomu.ca.

For any confidential accommodation needs in order to participate in the recruitment and selection process and/or inquiries regarding accessing the Recruitment Portal, please contact vpfa@torontomu.ca.

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