Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Cyber Forensics) Job Title Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Cyber Forensics) Agency Texas A&M International University Department School Of Engineering Proposed Minimum Salary Commensurate Job Location Laredo, Texas Job Type Faculty Job Description Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of the Texas A&M University System, welcomes applicants for an Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Cyber Forensics) to begin Fall 2026 . TAMIU is a Hispanic Serving Institution with over 8,000 students located in Laredo, Texas, a vibrant and bicultural city with a population of about 250,000. The university advances knowledge through research and discovery, teaching and learning, community engagement and public service, and with an intentional focus on student success and research excellence. For more information, please visit https://www.tamiu.edu/ . This is a tenure-track 9-month faculty position (with reduced course load and a research start-up package). Primary duties will include teaching courses; serving as the lead faculty member in Cyber Forensics for the new Computer Science program; mentoring and advising students; developing innovative courses and establishing a state-of-the-art cyber forensics laboratory; collaborating with faculty to elevate the research profile of the School of Engineering. A reduced teaching load will be given and additional course buyouts may be given if tied to grant funding. A research start-up package will also be provided upon hire. Duties also include developing an externally funded research program; establishing a research lab that will serve as a hub for cutting-edge research, instruction, and collaboration with industry, government, and academic partners; and providing service to the School, college, and university. This position requires face-to-face interactions through a regular schedule of attendance on campus and in the workplace. The School of Engineering offers ABET-accredited programs in Systems, Computer, and Petroleum Engineering and will launch a multidisciplinary MS in Systems Engineering in Fall 2026. Faculty numbers have seen remarkable growth alongside thriving enrollment and program expansion. Required Qualifications The successful candidate must hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related discipline. Applicants nearing completion of their Ph.D. will be considered if the degree is awarded before the start of the 2026-2027 academic year. Candidates must demonstrate potential to publish in top venues, engage in interdisciplinary research, and teach cyber forensics courses within the curriculum. We strongly encourage candidates with expertise in Cyber Forensics and be able to establish and lead a state-of-the-art forensic laboratory. Flexible sub-areas include digital, network, or memory forensics; mobile device forensics; malware analysis; and digital evidence forensics. Experience in cryptography and interdisciplinary collaboration is a plus. We offer competitive salaries and a benefits package including health insurance, retirement benefits, and life insurance. Additional pay is available for summer teaching. Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences, is also provided. Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the university. Application Process The first review of applications will be 10/19/2025 and will continue until the position is filled. The completed employment application must include: A letter of interest that addresses the candidate's qualifications for the position Statement of research interests, experience, and future plans Statement of teaching experience and philosophy Current curriculum vitae Unofficial transcripts specifying conferred/ABD degree Names and contact information of three current professional references Applications must be submitted online at https://www.tamiu.edu/admins/ohr/employment/ . For more information, contact the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Habib Ammari, Endowed Professor of Computer Engineering, at habib.ammari@tamiu.edu .

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