Posted:
11/26/2024, 12:58:57 PM
Location(s):
Stephenville, Texas, United States ⋅ Texas, United States
Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level ⋅ Senior
Field(s):
IT & Security
Job Title
Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Track - CybersecurityAgency
Tarleton State UniversityDepartment
Computer Science and Electrical EngineeringProposed Minimum Salary
CommensurateJob Location
Stephenville, TexasJob Type
FacultyJob Description
The Department of Engineering and Computer Science within the Mayfield College of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Cybersecurity, set to begin on January 16, 2025. This role supports the Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity program, offered across the Stephenville, Fort Worth, and Waco campuses. The Bachelor’s in Cybersecurity program is a dynamic and growing initiative designed to prepare students for success in the evolving field of cybersecurity. This program emphasizes hands-on learning and covers essential topics such as ethical hacking, network security, and computer forensics, equipping students with the technical skills and ethical grounding required to excel in the industry. Join our rapidly growing, dynamic team and contribute to Tarleton's tradition of educational excellence!
This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton’s Chisholm Trail campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution’s discretion.
The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operations of the institution.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
60% Teaching and Service:
40% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:
Minimum Requirements:
Preferred Qualifications:
Academic Rank:
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction in Cybersecurity and related disciplines, e.g. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering etc.; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.
***Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience***
Application Procedure:
During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action.
Employment applications must include (required):
Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. “See resume” is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Spring 2025.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.
All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution’s verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution’s procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
Website: https://tarleton.edu/
Headquarter Location: Stephenville, Texas, United States
Year Founded: 1899
Last Funding Type: Grant
Industries: EdTech ⋅ Education ⋅ Higher Education