Assistant Professor of Computing and Information Systems

Primary function

Faculty member in the CIS Department, will teach a broad range of courses in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Information Systems with an emphasis on software development; supervise student projects; advise undergraduate majors; and maintain an active program of scholarship.

Required Qualifications

• PhD, DSc, or equivalent terminal degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Information Systems, or computer-related field
• Candidates holding a master’s degree in a computer-related field with significant industry experience will also be considered and encouraged to apply
• Candidates must exhibit a strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and continuing scholarly activity, and to building positive relationships with colleagues and students
• Committed to building an innovative undergraduate teaching and research program that furthers the mission of the department and the college
• Supervise capstone projects, advise CIS majors, and develop a research program that engages undergraduate students
• Effective communication and teamwork skills

Preferred Attributes

• Prioritization given to candidates with experience in software engineering, application development, mobile applications, web development, game design, operating systems, and computer organization/architecture
• Preference given to candidates who can contribute to multidisciplinary courses in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Information Systems
• Previous teaching experience preferred

Departmental Background

• The CIS department offers Bachelor of Science degree programs in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, and Information Systems as well as minors in all three programs
• The department also offers many courses in the college’s Data Science program
• The Cybersecurity program is designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education (CAE-CD) by the US Department of Defense (DoD) with the designation renewed through 2030
• The Cybersecurity program also supports a competition team regularly competing in national level Capture the Flag (CTF) and Red/Blue team competitions
• CIS Department faculty support student clubs for both Computer Science and Cybersecurity, and the department works closely with the SVC E-Sports club
• Department facilities include a primary teaching lab and two research labs
• The standard faculty teaching load is 24 credit hours per year (4-4)
• The teaching load during the probationary (pre-tenure) period is 21 credit hours per year

Application Process

• To ensure full consideration, a complete application should be received by January 9th, 2026
• Review of applications will continue until the position is filled
• Please submit a letter of application, a curriculum vitae, statements of teaching philosophy and research interests, evidence of teaching effectiveness, graduate transcripts, and three letters of reference, with at least one addressing teaching abilities
• Application portfolio must be complete for candidate consideration