[AISWorld] Post-doctoral Researcher in Managerial Cybersecurity at Toronto Metropolitan University

Burcu Bulgurcu bulgurcu at torontomu.ca
Mon Jun 24 14:38:47 EDT 2024 

School of Information Technology Management
<https://www.torontomu.ca/information-technology-management/> at Toronto
Metropolitan University (TMU) <https://www.torontomu.ca/> invites
applicants for a post-doctoral position with a focus on examining
cybersecurity challenges in relation to hybrid work and organizational
governance. The candidate will work with Dr. Burcu Bulgurcu
<https://www.torontomu.ca/information-technology-management/faculty-research/burcu-bulgurcu/>,
faculty at Information Technology Management
<https://www.torontomu.ca/information-technology-management/faculty-research/burcu-bulgurcu/>
and Rogers Cybersecure Catalyst Research Fellow
<https://cybersecurecatalyst.ca/announcing-the-2022-2023-fellows-of-the-inaugural-catalyst-fellowship-program-at-rogers-cybersecure-catalyst/>.
The research will be conducted with the Cybersecurity Research Lab
<https://www.torontomu.ca/tedrogersschool/cybersecurity-research-lab/> at
TMU.

*Area of Research and Responsibilities:* The candidate will be responsible
for conducting original research on a project related to the management of
cybersecurity in transition to remote work. The project has been
funded by Social
Sciences and Humanities Research Council
<https://www.sshrc-crsh.gc.ca/society-societe/real_insight-comprehension_veritable/themes/cybersecurity-cybersecurite-eng.aspx?wbdisable=true>.
Example topics include but are not limited to:

   - Human and organizational aspects of cybersecurity management
   - Governance of cybersecurity management
   - Cybersecurity management for remote work

*The responsibilities include but not limited to:*


   - Conducting literature review on cybersecurity management for remote
   work
   - Analyzing qualitative data with NVivo
   - Developing a theoretical framework based on the results of the data
   analysis
   - Developing a survey instrument based on the theoretical framework
   - Writing manuscripts for conferences and peer-reviewed journals

*Qualifications and Requisite Skills: *The candidate should have a Ph.D. in
Information Systems, Organizational Behavior, Management, or any other
related field of social sciences with a background or interest in
cybersecurity and information privacy. Strong prior research records in
cybersecurity and privacy management are desired.


   - Advance knowledge in qualitative research methods and grounded theory
   development
   - Experience in quantitative research methods (e.g., contextual inquiry
   and empirical analysis)
   - Background in the domain of cybersecurity and information privacy
   - Advanced critical thinking skills and ability to organize an extant
   literature
   - High level self-motivation and strong work ethics

*Anticipated Materials for Application:*


   - A letter of application, describing the candidate’s research interest
   and suitability for the position;
   - A curriculum vitae;
   - Names and contact information of two individuals who may be contacted
   for references.

Please *email your required materials to* *Dr. Burcu Bulgurcu, *
bulgurcu at torontomu.ca by *July 7th, 2024. *The email should contain the
words "Postdoc" and the candidate's "Name" in the subject line. Feel free
to request additional information or a brief Zoom conversation to learn
more about the project and the position.

Compensation includes a competitive salary with additional funds for travel
support. The successful applicant will be supported *for a minimum of 1 and
a maximum of 2 years *(contingent on performance and funding availability).

*Anticipated Start Date:* The anticipated start date is September 2024. The
position will be for 12-months, while renewable for additional years with
budget and performance allowing.

*Additional Information:* Ted Roger School of Management aims to increase
the proportion of *women and minorities *in STEM research and teaching, and
specifically encourages qualified minorities and female scholars to apply.

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

*The 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 through academic, professional and diverse lived
experiences and perspectives. Ted Rogers School at Toronto Metropolitan
University <https://www.torontomu.ca/tedrogersschool/> 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 and within our
department/school, we firmly believe that equity, diversity and inclusion
are integral to this path; our current academic plan
<https://www.torontomu.ca/provost/strategic-plans/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 have been selected as one of
Canada’s Best Diversity Employers and a Greater Toronto’s Top Employer. We
invite you to explore the range of benefits and supports
<https://www.torontomu.ca/faculty-affairs/faculty-resources/recruitment/information-for-candidates/>
available to faculty and their family, including access to our diverse faculty
and staff networks
<https://www.torontomu.ca/equity/community-networks-committees/>. Visit us
on Twitter: @torontomet <https://twitter.com/torontomet>, @VPFAtorontomet
<https://twitter.com/VPFAtorontomet> and @TorontoMetHR
<https://twitter.com/TorontoMetHR>, and our LinkedIn page
<https://www.linkedin.com/school/torontometropolitanuniversity/>. TMU is
committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. To find out more
about legal and policy obligations please visit the accessibility
<https://www.torontomu.ca/accessibility/> and Human Rights
<https://www.torontomu.ca/humanrights/> 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+.


-- 
Burcu Bulgurcu, Ph.D.

Assistant Professor

Ted Rogers School of Information Technology Management

Toronto Metropolitan University (Formerly Ryerson University)

Room: TRS 2-058

Office Address: 55 Dundas St. West, Toronto

Mailing Address: 350 Victoria Street, Toronto, ON, Canada M5B 2K3

Tel: (416) 979 5000 - Ext: 553807 | Fax: (416) 979 5249

Fax: (416) 979 5249,

E-mail: bulgurcu at torontomu.ca

https://www.ryerson.ca/information-technology-management/faculty-research/burcu-bulgurcu/

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