A College Professor or Instructor teaches students beyond the high school level, including undergraduate and graduate students. Teaches subjects ranging from liberal arts (literature, history, languages) to sciences, mathematics, business, art., music or technology. Conducts research and supervises student research. Teaches at a public or private college, in a two year or four year degree program.
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. For more information visit our website at https://berks.psu.edu/.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Responsibilities include teaching courses in Cybersecurity Forensics, Incident Response, and Software Security. It is anticipated that a new Artificial Intelligence major will be available at PSU Berks College in the next few years and that a successful candidate will be able to teach a course in this program as well. Having some formal background in AI is therefore desirable for applicants. This position carries a teaching load of nine contact hours (approximately three courses) per semester. The successful candidate will conduct robust research that leads to publications in scholarly journals, will advise students and will provide service to the program, division, college, community, and profession. Penn State Berks encourages active and collaborative learning, including undergraduate research, and a commitment to supporting diverse learners in the classroom. Berks is committed to serving local students and engaging with the community.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
Applicants are required to have a doctorate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a closely related field with a focus on Cybersecurity by August 15, 2027.
SCHEDULE
Applications will be accepted until this position is filled. Review will begin immediately for an employment start date in fall semester, August 2027.
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.
APPLICATION MATERIALS SHOULD INCLUDE 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 Statement of research philosophy
HOW TO APPLY
All application materials must be submitted via our website as a single pdf file.
BACKGROUND CHECKS/CLEARANCES
Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.
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. For more detailed information, please visit our Benefits Page . (
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For Postdoctoral benefits, please see our Postdoctoral Benefits page.)
CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS
Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 1988, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review here .
