Assistant Professor - Cybersecurity Job at University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley, Edinburg, TX, United States, 78540
The Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems at The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley seeks applicants for one or more faculty positions in the broad area of Cybersecurity and Informatics. Successful candidates will be expected to teach and build research programs in the general area of cyber security.
The Department of Informatics and Engineering Systems currently has fifteen faculty members and offers several degree programs and research opportunities in the field of Informatics, Cyber Security, and Engineering Technology. The department offers a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity, a Bachelor of Science in Engineering Technology (automation), and a Master of Science in Informatics.
Responsibilities and Requirements
Applicants must have earned a Ph.D. in Cybersecurity, Informatics, Computer Science, or a related field from an accredited university. Candidates at the Assistant Professor level will be considered based on demonstrated potential to enhance the teaching and research capabilities of the Cybersecurity program at UTRGV.
Applicants must also have a demonstrated ability (or a well-designed plan) to develop and maintain a funded research program and to lead multidisciplinary collaborative projects. A successful candidate must demonstrate having achieved (or a potential to achieve) excellence and balance in teaching, research and service, collaboration with faculty across disciplines and an ability to involve undergraduate students as well as graduate students in research activities.
Preferred Qualifications
The highest consideration will be given to applicants who have expertise in the areas of Cybersecurity, Informatics, and Computer Science.
Cybersecurity certifications are a definite plus.
EEO Statement
It is the policy of The University of Texas Rio Grande Valley to promote and ensure equal employment opportunities for all individuals without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information or protected veteran status.