Professor Béchir Ktari Appointed Director of the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Université Laval

Québec, Canada – Professor Béchir Ktari has been appointed Director of the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering at Université Laval in Québec. He assumed his new role on September 1, 2026, for a four-year term, succeeding Nadia Tawbi.

A Strong Academic and Professional Background

Professor Ktari’s career is deeply rooted in both Tunisia and Canada. He graduated in 1991 from the Institut Supérieur de Gestion (ISG) at the University of Tunis, where he earned a degree in computer science and management. He subsequently continued his academic journey at Université Laval, obtaining a Master’s degree in 1998 and a Ph.D. in Computer Science in 2003.

Research Focus and Industry Collaborations

As a full professor, Béchir Ktari conducts research primarily focused on algebraic methods applied to the analysis and certification of computer systems. His work has led to significant collaborations with key institutional and industrial partners in Canada, including:

Research and Development for Defence Canada (RDC)
Communications Research Centre (CRC)
Ericsson Canada

Experience in University Administration

In addition to his academic and research contributions, Professor Ktari brings extensive experience in university administration. Since 2012, he has held various administrative positions at Université Laval, including roles in departmental and program management.

A Career Spanning Three Decades

This new appointment marks the continuation of a career spanning more than three decades in computer science, bridging his initial training in Tunisia with his established academic career in Canada.