Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Track

24 hours ago


Austin, United States Tarleton State University Full time

Job Title

Assistant or Associate Professor, Tenure-Track - Cybersecurity

Agency

Tarleton State University

Department

Computer Science and Electrical Engineering

Proposed Minimum Salary

Commensurate

Job Location

Stephenville, Texas

Job Type

Faculty

Job Description

The Department of Engineering and Computer Science within the Mayfield College of Engineering invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant or Associate Professor position in Cybersecurity, set to begin on January 16, 2025. This role supports the Bachelor's in Cybersecurity program, offered across the Stephenville, Fort Worth, and Waco campuses. The Bachelor's in Cybersecurity program is a dynamic and growing initiative designed to prepare students for success in the evolving field of cybersecurity. This program emphasizes hands-on learning and covers essential topics such as ethical hacking, network security, and computer forensics, equipping students with the technical skills and ethical grounding required to excel in the industry. Join our rapidly growing, dynamic team and contribute to Tarleton's tradition of educational excellence

This is a 9-month tenure-track position located on Tarleton's Chisholm Trail campus in Fort Worth, Texas. Summer appointment is dependent upon need and funding availability. Work hours: Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. May be required to teach at other campuses or online at the institution's discretion.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate excellence and innovation in teaching, maintain an impactful research program, mentor undergraduate and graduate students, and participate in the necessary operations of the institution.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

60% Teaching and Service:

* Plan, prepare, and deliver lectures, seminars, and/or laboratory offerings to undergraduate and/or graduate students, which may include general education core curriculum.
* Develop course syllabi, select instructional materials, and design assessments such as exams, quizzes, papers, etc.
* Assess student performance, provide timely feedback, and evaluate student learning outcomes to inform teaching practices and curriculum improvements.
* Engage students in active learning, foster critical thinking skills, and provide opportunities for discussion, collaboration, and hands-on learning.
* Provide academic support and guidance to students through office hours, feedback on assignments, and mentoring.
* Adhere to university policies, academic integrity standards, and accreditation requirements related to teaching responsibilities.
* Incorporate innovative teaching methods, technologies, and pedagogical approaches to enhance student learning and engagement.
* Engage in ongoing professional development activities to stay current in the field, improve teaching skills, and explore new instructional strategies.
* Collaborate with colleagues, departmental faculty, and university staff to coordinate course offerings, share resources, and contribute to program development and improvement.
* Participate in institutional service roles including but not limited to, college committees, advisory committees, student/faculty recruitment, and mentoring of new and part-time faculty.

40% Research, Scholarship, and Creative Activity:

* Maintain an active agenda for research, scholarship, or creative activity appropriate to the applicant's academic discipline.
* Make original contributions to the advancement of knowledge/creative expression in the applicant's discipline through scholarly publication, presentation, or exhibition.
* Demonstrate potential for external funding, national impact, or professional recognition.

Minimum Requirements:

* Earned doctorate/terminal degree in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, Computer Engineering, or related field from an accredited university.
* Excellent written and oral communication skills in English.

Preferred Qualifications:

* Demonstrated ability to teach core undergraduate Computer Science courses, including procedural and object-oriented programming, algorithms, computer architecture, and operating systems, as well as specialized Cybersecurity courses such as principles of cybersecurity, ethical hacking, computer forensics, and network security.
* Active involvement in professional organizations within the field, such as ACM, IEEE, (ISC)², ISSA, or SANS.
* Experience with learning management systems, such as Canvas or similar platforms.

Academic Rank:

* Rank will be determined by reviewing the faculty member's record of years of experience and professional achievements in teaching, service, and research consistent with the Texas A&M system guidance.
* Credit towards tenure will be assessed and offered at hire
* If requested, Tenure upon arrival will be granted pending approval from The Texas A&M University System
* Must have a distinguished record that warrants a tenured faculty appointment at the rank of Associate.



Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Knowledge and understanding of disciplinary subject matter at a level adequate for graduate-level instruction in Cybersecurity and related disciplines, e.g. Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering etc.; written and oral communication skills sufficient to conduct effective teaching and research activities; ability to interact with students, staff, and faculty in a professional, collegial, and collaborative manner.

* Compensation will be competitive and commensurate with experience*

Application Procedure:

During the application process applicants have one opportunity to enter the requested information, upload documents, and Submit the application. Applicants will not be able to make changes or add additional documents once the application materials have been submitted via the "Submit" action.

Employment applications must include (required):

* Completed online application
* Cover Letter / Letter of Interest addressing qualifications
* Curriculum Vitae or Resume
* At least 3 current professional references and their full contact information
* Unofficial transcripts
* Philosophy Statement related to Teaching and Research - no more than 1500 words.

Applications received by Tarleton State University must have all job application data entered. Failure to provide all job application data could result in an invalid submission and a rejected application. "See resume" is not an acceptable entry in the job application. Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Anticipated start date Spring 2025.

Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution prior to a letter of appointment being issued.

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.



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