Position Available In Madison, Alabama

Clinical Assistant Professor in Intelligence and Security & Director, Office of Intelligence and Security
The University of Alabama in Huntsville
in Huntsville, AL
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Type:

Full-Time

Posted:

04/16/2025

Application Due:

Open Until Filled

Category:

Security Studies About the

Position:

 The College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor position in the area of Intelligence and Security, with appointment beginning Fall 2025. This is an exciting opportunity for an educator and leader who wants to help grow new educational programs and a research office in intelligence and security. The candidate will join a group of recently hired faculty in these fields and benefit from a strongly supportive Huntsville community.

Responsibilities:

 This position involves both teaching and administrative responsibilities. The candidate will teach courses in new undergraduate and graduate programs in intelligence and security and also serve as Director of the Office of Intelligence and Security. The Director role will focus on growing these undergraduate and graduate programs, and associated educational offerings (e.g., non-credit courses, summer institutes), and developing the Office of Intelligence and Security with a goal of becoming a research center. The Director will work with the Dean and faculty to implement a strategic vision for the Office and associated educational programs, develop partnerships and networks with government and industry professionals, and find innovative ways to expand capabilities, including by securing external funding.

Qualifications:

A master’s degree in a discipline represented by the departments within the UAH College of Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences (or a related field) is required, with a PhD preferred. Experience working in intelligence and security, and the ability to work closely with government and industry partners, is required. University teaching experience preferred.

Appointment Date:

August 2025 About the

College:

The College of Arts, Humanities, and Social Sciences at The University of Alabama in Huntsville has nine departments, supporting fifteen bachelor’s degree programs, five master’s programs, one Ph.D. program, and eight certificate programs. The college also has a number of interdisciplinary minors, including Global Studies; Criminology and Intelligence; Justice and Equity Studies; and Game Design and Development. Our class sizes are relatively small, and our faculty are committed to students’ success. Our college is housed across three separate buildings on campus, including the newly refurbished Morton Hall, with state-of-the-art facilities for teaching, research and creative activity. Applicants may find more information about the College, the University, and Huntsville at https://www.uah.edu/ahs/prospective-faculty. About the

University:

Founded in 1969, The University of Alabama in Huntsville is one of America’s premier doctoral-granting, comprehensive universities known for addressing some of the world’s most critical technological challenges. UAH, a part of the University of Alabama System, offers an environment where students are able to explore, discover, create and communicate knowledge. With eight colleges, more than 100 areas of study and 17 high-tech research centers, UAH is a Carnegie R1 top-tier research university. Located in the heart of the Technology Hub of the South, UAH serves as the anchor tenant of the second-largest research park in the United States, Cummings Research Park. UAH boasts storied partnerships with Redstone Arsenal, NASA and the Department of Defense. The institution is a member of the Gulf South athletic conference. UAH is where technology and human understanding converge to prepare students to transform their future. Learn more at www.uah.edu.

About Huntsville:

Among other accolades, Huntsville has been rated in the Top 10 Best Places to Live by U.S. News & World Report over the last five years. Defense, space, telecommunications, biotechnology, diversified manufacturing, and a variety of emerging specialties contribute to the vibrant economy of Huntsville, also known as the Rocket City. The area enjoys a favorable cost of living, highly rated schools, excellent healthcare, and an outstanding overall quality of life in the Southeast. Huntsville is the largest city in Alabama and is the major urban hub serving more than 1.2 million people who reside in the North Alabama region. From outdoor recreational activities to a thriving arts and entertainment community, Huntsville contributes to a wonderful way to live, work, and play. Learn more at huntsville.org.

Application Procedure and Deadline:

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should submit the following materials via email to the college’s administrative assistant, Ashley Mauer, at dean-ahs@uah.edu.(1) cover letter addressing position qualifications (no longer than two pages);(2) curriculum vitae;(3) evidence of teaching effectiveness, if available (no more than three pages);(3) name and contact information for three academic or professional references who could submit letters (references will be contacted for finalists) Please refer to log number 25-26-405 The University of Alabama in Huntsville is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer of minorities/females/veterans/disabled.
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