Cybersecurity and Privacy Tenure-line Faculty Position
Penn State University · University Park, PA · 1 mo ago
Full-time
Two tenure-line faculty positions in Cybersecurity and Privacy at the assistant or associate professor rank, beginning January 2027 at the University Park campus in State College, Pennsylvania.
About the role
The Department of Privacy and Cybersecurity in the College of Information Sciences and Technology (IST) seeks outstanding scholars with expertise in one or more of the following areas:
- Intersection of artificial intelligence (AI), security, and privacy
- Organizational, behavioral, and/or human factors in cybersecurity and privacy
- Digital forensics and/or cyber investigations
- Systems and software security
- Cryptography
- Quantum computing and post-quantum security
- Other emerging areas in cybersecurity, privacy, and/or trustworthy computing
We particularly welcome applicants whose research demonstrates interdisciplinary collaboration and addresses significant societal, governmental, or industrial challenges.
Responsibilities
- Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in residential, online, and/or hybrid modes
- Conduct cutting-edge interdisciplinary research
- Supervise and mentor graduate students
- Actively pursue external funding to support research activities
- Engage in service activities at the college and university levels
- Collaborate with faculty across the university and with industry partners
Requirements
- PhD in information science, computer science, cybersecurity, or a related field before the appointment start date
Qualifications
- Assistant Professor: Demonstrate strong potential for developing a collaborative, interdisciplinary research project competitive for external funding and potential to contribute to the college’s teaching mission
- Associate Professor: Strong record of scholarly achievement, external funding, and demonstrated success in teaching and service
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Robust retirement plans
- 75% tuition discount for employees, eligible spouses, and children
Review of applications begins September 15, 2026, and continues until positions are filled. Inquiries may be directed to facultyrecruiting@ist.psu.edu.