Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Cyber Security (F0272)

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Farmville, VA Posted:

Aug 21, 2026

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Open Until Filled Type:

Exempt Ref. No.: F0272

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Annually Salary Range:

$115,000.00 - $130,000.00

Position ID:

203996

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A comprehensive university with a strong liberal arts foundation, Longwood has a distinctive mission to develop citizen leaders who are prepared to make positive contributions to the common good of society. Founded in 1839, Longwood is the third-oldest public university in Virginia. Longwood is part of the proud tradition of higher education in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Roughly one hour's drive from Charlottesville, Lynchburg, and Richmond, Longwood is located in the historic two-college community of Farmville. Longwood currently has approximately 4,600 undergraduate and graduate students and 41,000 alumni. It maintains affiliations with the neighboring Robert Russa Moton Museum of civil rights history and the Longwood Center for Visual Arts, a nationally accredited university art museum. A member of the Big South Conference, Longwood competes at the NCAA Division I level.

Job Description:

The Department of Accounting, Economics, Finance, and Information Systems (AEFI) in the College of Business and Economics at Longwood University invites qualified applicants to apply for a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Information Systems and Cyber Security (F0272) beginning in August 2027. For qualified candidates, an earlier start date of January 2027 may be possible. The AACSB-accredited College of Business and Economics offers an undergraduate degree in Business Administration with concentrations in seven disciplines, including Information Systems and Cyber Security, as well as a fully online Master of Science in Information Technology (MSIT) program. The newly launched MSIT program has three tracks in IT Project Management, Cyber Security, and Software Development. The College also houses an established Center for Cyber Security. The successful candidate will have demonstrated emphasis in teaching and research related to information systems, cybersecurity, and technology concepts. Ideally, they will also have the ability to teach a variety of subjects at the undergraduate and graduate levels, including general cybersecurity courses, digital forensics, networking, entry-level programming, database operations, systems analysis & design, technology management, machine learning, artificial intelligence, business applications of technology, and web development. Sufficient technical experience in a range of these areas is also necessary to provide hands-on demonstrations and provide meaningful laboratory exercises and instruction to supplement traditional textbook/lecture material for students. The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to the College's mission through high-quality teaching, scholarly research aligned with AACSB expectations, and service to the department, college, university, and community. This position is located in Farmville, Virginia, and is required to work in person on Longwood University's campus.

Requirements:

Minimum Qualifications A Ph.D. in information systems or a closely related discipline by January 2027 for Spring 2027 consideration or August 2027 for Fall 2027. Candidates who are ABD may also be considered if they have a Ph.D. degree attainment date before the start of employment. Demonstrated ability to maintain a program of research output sufficient to meet AACSB scholarly academic (SA) status requirements. Additionally, the candidate must demonstrate the ability to meet annual progress toward scholarly output and tenure-track publication goals consistent with guidance in Longwood University's Faculty Policies & Procedures Manual. Preferred Qualifications Prior college-level teaching and online teaching experience. A commitment to high-quality instruction in a student-centered environment, interest in active and collaborative learning and the instructional use of technology, enthusiasm for working in a multidisciplinary environment, and a demonstrated commitment to serving diverse populations and perspectives in the classroom. Professional experience in one of the following areas is preferred: cyber/information security, software development, systems analysis, or equivalent technical applications. Industry certifications related to the information systems, technology management, and cybersecurity disciplines.

Additional Information:

This position is a full-time, tenure-track, instructional faculty position. The anticipated salary range for this position is $115,000 - $130,000 annually. A successful fingerprint-based criminal background investigation is required. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni are encouraged to apply. For questions about the position, please contact: Dr. Laura Poe at poelf@longwood.edu. Commonwealth of Virginia benefits accompany this position to include: State health and dental benefits & flexible spending accounts Paid leave (which may include sick leave, personal leave, annual leave, etc.), and 13 holidays Retirement savings plans (some with limited employer match available (VRS)) Life & Long-Term care insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee discounts for various services, including Verizon Educational benefits for most employees Cost-effective Fitness Center membership for employees In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Longwood University will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodations to applicants in order to provide access to the application and/or interview process. You are not required to note the presence of a disability on your application. If, however, you require accommodations in the application and/or interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 434-395-2074 or humres@longwood.edu .

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EOE/AA Application Instructions:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled; position posted 8/21/2026. To apply for this position, qualified applicants must complete the online information section and questions, and please attach (under Resume): Letter of interest summarizing qualifications for this position Current curriculum vitae Unofficial graduate transcript Statement of teaching interests and philosophy, including how the candidate serves diverse populations and perspectives in the classroom Teaching evaluation summaries (if available) Contact information of three references who are familiar with the candidate's teaching and research and can discuss the candidate's academic qualifications for this position Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs) Powered by