The City University of New York
Open Rank – Tenure track, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
The City University of New York, New York, New York, us, 10261
Open Rank – Tenure track, Department of Mathematics and Computer Science
John Jay College of Criminal Justice is a senior college of the City University of New York (CUNY) and an internationally recognized leader in educating for justice. Led by President Karol V. Mason, John Jay is a federally designated Hispanic-serving institution, ranked third in the nation in Black student success, and a top ten institution for promoting student social mobility. The college serves a diverse and dynamic student body of 15,000 students, nearly fifty percent of whom are first in their families to attend college and include students who are immigrants or from low‑income families or other historically underrepresented groups.
FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Mathematics & Computer Science Department of John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in Computer Science, to begin Spring/Fall semester 2026. The department currently employs 17 tenured/tenure‑track and 21 lecturer faculty who support a thriving undergraduate Computer Science major, an Applied Mathematics major, and a graduate program in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity. This position seeks to expand expertise at the intersection of Cybersecurity and AI, with special emphasis on AI for cyber incident response, building secure systems, and forensics.
It is a tenure‑bearing position after the seventh annual reappointment, with a course load of six courses (18 credits) per year at both undergraduate and graduate levels. New faculty members receive contractual course release time to engage in research and scholarship. Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm, demonstrated teaching commitment, and an active research and publication agenda. The college seeks faculty who thrive in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching cybersecurity, incident response, offensive/defensive security, and digital forensics. Competency in computer architecture, computer networking, and computer/security forensics is preferred. Applicants with a proven track record of research at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity are especially encouraged. A PhD in computer science and a strong record of scholarship, demonstrated through peer‑reviewed publications or potential for such, are required. Candidates in the final year of their PhD who will defend before the appointment date are encouraged to apply. Associate‑rank candidates must also have a track record of successful grant funding from state, federal, or private sources.
Compensation Salary commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience within the range of $79,598 to $94,909 for the Assistant rank and $90,838 to $113,982 for the Associate rank. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. CUNY also provides mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of its commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How to Apply If you are viewing the job posting on any website other than CUNYFirst, follow these instructions:
Go to www.cuny.edu/employment
Click “Search job postings.”
Search for the “Faculty” category and find job opening ID 31293
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions.
Submit an application letter with a statement of teaching and research interests and your contribution to the college’s diversity goals, a CV, names of three references with contact information, and proof of degree or progress toward the degree. All items should be combined into a single PDF document.
Closing Date The review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025 and the posting closes on December 1, 2025.
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 31293
Location: John Jay College
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FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT
The Mathematics & Computer Science Department of John Jay College of Criminal Justice (CUNY) invites applications for a tenure track faculty position at the rank of assistant or associate professor in Computer Science, to begin Spring/Fall semester 2026. The department currently employs 17 tenured/tenure‑track and 21 lecturer faculty who support a thriving undergraduate Computer Science major, an Applied Mathematics major, and a graduate program in Digital Forensics and Cybersecurity. This position seeks to expand expertise at the intersection of Cybersecurity and AI, with special emphasis on AI for cyber incident response, building secure systems, and forensics.
It is a tenure‑bearing position after the seventh annual reappointment, with a course load of six courses (18 credits) per year at both undergraduate and graduate levels. New faculty members receive contractual course release time to engage in research and scholarship. Candidates are expected to bring enthusiasm, demonstrated teaching commitment, and an active research and publication agenda. The college seeks faculty who thrive in a multicultural, collaborative academic environment and are committed to access and excellence in higher education.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will be enthusiastic about teaching cybersecurity, incident response, offensive/defensive security, and digital forensics. Competency in computer architecture, computer networking, and computer/security forensics is preferred. Applicants with a proven track record of research at the intersection of AI and cybersecurity are especially encouraged. A PhD in computer science and a strong record of scholarship, demonstrated through peer‑reviewed publications or potential for such, are required. Candidates in the final year of their PhD who will defend before the appointment date are encouraged to apply. Associate‑rank candidates must also have a track record of successful grant funding from state, federal, or private sources.
Compensation Salary commensurate with academic accomplishments and experience within the range of $79,598 to $94,909 for the Assistant rank and $90,838 to $113,982 for the Associate rank. CUNY offers a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. CUNY also provides mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of its commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.
How to Apply If you are viewing the job posting on any website other than CUNYFirst, follow these instructions:
Go to www.cuny.edu/employment
Click “Search job postings.”
Search for the “Faculty” category and find job opening ID 31293
Click the “Apply Now” button and follow the instructions.
Submit an application letter with a statement of teaching and research interests and your contribution to the college’s diversity goals, a CV, names of three references with contact information, and proof of degree or progress toward the degree. All items should be combined into a single PDF document.
Closing Date The review of applications will begin on November 10, 2025 and the posting closes on December 1, 2025.
Equal Employment Opportunity CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans, and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.
Job ID: 31293
Location: John Jay College
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