Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity Position Available In Cumberland, North Carolina

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity Fayetteville State University Commensurate with Education & Experience United States, North Carolina, Fayetteville 1200 Murchison Road (Show on map) Jun 21, 2025

Position Information Position Title:

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity

Position Number:

000762

Working Title:

Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity

Full-time or Part-time:

Full Time

Time Limited Position:

No

Number of Vacancies:

1

Department:

Mathematics & Computer Science

Posting Number:

0401370

SHRA/EHRA:

EHRA (Faculty)

Job Category:

Professional

Hiring Range:

Commensurate with Education & Experience

Overall Position Competency:

Flat Rate
Primary Purpose of the

Organization:

Primary Purpose of the

Organizational Unit:

The primary mission of the Dr. Henry M. Eldridge Department of Mathematics and Computer Science is to prepare students, especially those from historically underrepresented groups, to enter careers in mathematics, computer science, technology, engineering, and education and to continue their education beyond the undergraduate level. Primary Purpose of the

Position:

Primary Purpose of the

Position:

The primary purpose of the position would be to teach undergraduate and graduate computer science and cybersecurity courses offered by the Department of Mathematics and Computer Science to its majors and to majors from other departments.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements:

A Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a closely related field with at least 18 credit hours of computer science courses at the graduate level and a record of excellence in teaching, research, and service commensurate with the rank of tenure-track Assistant Professor ( ABD will be considered if award of Ph.D. degree can be expected before the start of employment).

Knowledge skills and abilities:

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience teaching cybersecurity and computer science courses at the undergraduate/graduate and/or community college level.
Experience with online course development and instruction in Canvas or other online learning management systems.
Experience in supervising undergraduate student research.
Cybersecurity research experience and ability to present at academic conferences and to publish articles in peer-reviewed journals. Special Instructions to

Applicants:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applications received by March 10 will be given full consideration. Applicants must apply online and submit a cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial undergraduate and graduate transcripts, evidence of teaching effectiveness (e.g., sample course syllabi, student course evaluations, statement of teaching philosophy, etc.), and names and contact information for three references. Short-listed applicants will be asked to provide the search committee with three reference letters during the selection process. Please address questions about this position to Dr. Mingxian Jin, the search committee chair, at mjin@uncfsu.edu. Notice to

Applicants:

Please make sure that the work history listed on your application is identical to the work history listed on your resume. The application must be filled out completely, Do Not Use the phrase “see resume.”
Please list at least three (3) professional references to include a current supervisor. References will only be contact if you are selected for the position and with your permission.

Closing Date:

Open Until Filled:

No
Additional Information for

Applicants:

All new employees are required to have listed credentials/degrees verified prior to employment. Transcripts should be provided for all earned degrees and/or the degree which is being used to satisfy credential/qualification requirements. Transcript requests are the responsibility of the candidate.

EEO Statement:

This position is subject to the successful completion of an employment background check. An employment background check includes a criminal background check, employment verification, reference checks, license verification (if applicable) and credit history check (if applicable). Fayetteville State University is committed to equality of educational opportunity and does not discriminate against applicants, students, or employees based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, age, disabling condition, political affiliation or sexual orientation. Moreover, Fayetteville State University values diversity and actively seeks to recruit talented students, faculty, and staff from diverse backgrounds.

Veteran’s Statement:

Fayetteville State University is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor and seeks priority referrals of protected veterans for our openings. Quick Link https://jobs.uncfsu.edu/postings/26904