Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity

About the role

Penn State Berks (Reading, PA) invites applications for a tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity, beginning August 2027. Penn State Berks, a college of The Pennsylvania State University, offers the collegiality of a small college with the strength of a well-respected research university.

Responsibilities

• Teach courses in Cybersecurity Forensics, Incident Response, and Software Security
• Teach in a new Artificial Intelligence major anticipated to be available at PSU Berks College in the next few years (formal background in AI is desirable)
• Carry a teaching load of nine contact hours (approximately three courses) per semester
• Conduct robust research that leads to publications in scholarly journals
• Advise students
• Provide service to the program, division, college, community, and profession
• Engage in active and collaborative learning, including undergraduate research
• Commit to supporting diverse learners in the classroom
• Serve local students and engage with the community

Required Qualifications

• Doctorate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a closely related field with a focus on Cybersecurity by August 15, 2027

Application materials

Submit the following as a single PDF file: cover letter; resume or curriculum vitae that includes names, addresses (including email), and phone numbers of three professional references; statement of teaching philosophy; and statement of research philosophy. All application materials must be submitted via the Penn State website.

Inquiries

Email Dr. Michael R. Bartolacci, Search Chair, at mrb24@psu.edu with questions regarding the position. In all emails, please write "TT Cybersecurity Faculty 2027" in the subject line.

Schedule

Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. Review will begin immediately for an employment start date in fall semester, August 2027.

Benefits

Penn State provides a competitive benefits package for full-time employees designed to support both personal and professional wellbeing. In addition to comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage, employees enjoy robust retirement plans. One of the standout benefits is the generous 75% tuition discount, available to employees as well as eligible spouses and children.