Application Deadline: Open until filled
Position Category: Academic
Employment Type: Full-time
Anticipated Starting date: Any time
Position Term: 3 years (renewable)
Duties and Responsibilities
The KINDI Center for Computing Research at Qatar University (QU) is seeking applications for a research faculty position at the level of assistant, associate or full professor in cyber security. Earned a doctorate degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, from an internationally recognized university and outstanding research profile in cyber security, is required. The appointed candidate will facilitate and contribute building research programs in the area of cyber security.The candidate is expected to:
· Conduct independent and successful researches in areas related to cyber security and tailored to the need of KINDI Center.
· Support research and research development activities of the KINDI Center in its focus area of cybersecurity and all cyber and information security subareas.
· Build and lead collaborative teams who can conduct quality research in the area of cyber security.
· Foster and cultivate new research initiatives by developing new research program and get research grants to fund these programs.
· Engage in outstanding scholarly activities leading to national, regional and international recognition.
· Promote partnerships and support collaboration with external organizations inside and outside Qatar.
· Conduct specialized workshops such as short courses or seminars on contemporary issues.
· Conduct mission with the industries.
· Teach one (typically graduate) course per academic semester.
· Supervise graduate (M.S.and Ph.D.) theses.
· Assist in preparing the lab budget, annual reports, and strategic plan.
· Assist in the acquisition and management of research equipment and infrastructure.
· Foster and support collaborative efforts among faculty members and students.
· Disseminate research results through educational programs and presentations.
· Support the KINDI Center director and assist in the implementation of lab activities.
Qualifications Candidates must have doctorate degreesincomputerscience,computerengineering, or a closely related fieldfrom aninternationallyrecognized university and outstandingresearchprofile incybersecurity,and must demonstrate:
- Evidenceofactiveresearch,service and scholarly activities.
- Recordofresearchaccomplishments including publications in high-impact venues.
- Expert knowledgeinthefieldof cyber security.
- Experienceinsupervisingresearch work of graduate and undergraduate students.
- Experience in Cyber security consulting.
- Knowledge ofcurrenttrendsinthe professional practices in the field.
- Ethicalbehavior,professionalism,interpersonal skills, leadershipandmanagement abilities.
- Abilitytoeffectivelyinteractwith other colleagues in the institution as wellaswithexternalinstitutions and funding agencies. Required Documents 1. Current Curriculum Vitae.
2. Cover letter.
3. Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
4. Threereferees’contactinformation(physical and email addresses as welltheir telephones contact).
5. Copy ofhighestearnedcredential(transcript of highest degree if graduated fromaninstitutionwherecourse work was completed. However, if no courseworkwascompleted, andcopy of certificate letter from the registrarofyourhighest credentialgranting institution regarding yourhighestacademic degree).
6. Any additional documentationthatyoufeelis relevant to your application. Benefits
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A three-year renewable contract.
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Salary is commensurate with experience.
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Tax-free salary.
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Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
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Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QU HR policies.
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Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
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Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
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Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies.
- End-of-contract indemnity.
How To Apply 1. Returning Applicant:Pleaseloginin QU Recruitment Onlinewebsite(https://careers.qu.edu.qa)toupdate/edityoursaved profileandprovide all the requested documents.Usethis profile to apply for this position.
2. New Applicant:Youneedto setup an account with QURecruitment Onlinewebsite(https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and completeyourpersonalprofile.Once yourprofile is complete you may use it to applyforanopen position andprovide all the requested documents.