Part-Time Non-student Research Assistant – On Enabling IoT Security Monitoring
Last updated: August 29, 2025, 10:40 a.m.
Department
Concordia Institute for Information Systems Engineering
Position title
Part-Time Non-student Research Assistant – On Enabling IoT Security Monitoring
Posting period
August 29, 2025 through September 11, 2025
Position start and end dates
September 15, 2025 through September 14, 2026 (12 months)
Brief description of duties and expertise
The ideal candidate is expected to analyze real world IoT systems, at both the protocol level and the implementation level. Upon mutual acceptance, the candidate will work alongside a major sensor manufacturer to assist in protecting IoT networks against various security issues. Knowledge of cybersecurity and IoT would be an asset. The responsibilities include attending regular research meetings and writing research articles.
Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Information Systems Security, or equivalent
- Experience with software development (e.g., C/C++, Python)
- Knowledgeable in IoT systems and its protocol
- Strong research capabilities
- Preference for a track record of peer-reviewed research
Principle investigator and supervisor
Dr. Suryadipta Majumdar
Salary information
$27.03 per hour, 30 hours per week
Application instructions
Interested applicants should submit their curriculum vitae by following the instructions by email (specify “non-student research assistant on IoT Security”): suryadipta.majumdar@concordia.ca
This posting will remain active until the successful applicant is selected. We thank all the applicants, but only the selected candidates will be contacted for an interview.
This position is under the CARE union.
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