Job Description

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Due to unprecedented growth, The Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences at Dakota State University in Madison South Dakota is seeking applicants for multiple tenure-track, full-time (9 month), benefits-eligible, faculty positions. We are seeking teaching and research experience in one of the disciplines of Computer Science or Cyber Defense to include Software Development, Algorithms, Data Structures, Programming Languages, Operating Systems, Networking, Data Privacy, or SCADA Systems. Be sure to indicate your area of interest in your cover letter. Academic rank will be determined based on the applicant’s qualifications and experience.

The start date of this position is Fall (August) of 2025.

Responsibilities:
Teaching a range of applied undergraduate and/or graduate courses.
Researching and publishing relevant scholarship.
Active pursuit of grant and funding opportunities.
Additional duties may include advising students, serving on university committees, and assisting with recruitment activities.

Required Qualifications:
PhD degree in computer science, computer engineering, cyber security, or a closely related discipline prior to the start date of the appointment. ABD candidates may be considered.
Effective written, oral, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:
Experience teaching or developing courses with technical, hands-on exercises and labs.
Strong potential for scholarly research, publication and attracting external funding in areas related to Computer Science or Cyber Defense.
Experience mentoring graduate student research.

Information about the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences:
The Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences currently offers five undergraduate programs: Artificial Intelligence, Computer Game Design, Computer Science, Cyber Operations, and Network and Security Administration. It also offers three master’s programs: a Master of Science in Artificial Intelligence (MSAI), a Master of Science in Computer Science (MSCS), and a Master of Science in Cyber Defense (MSCD). Additionally, the Beacom College offers three doctoral programs, including Ph.D.s in Computer Science, Cyber Operations, and Cyber Defense.

Information about DSU:
Dakota State University is a special focus STEM university with an emphasis in computing information technologies and cyber security across all areas of human endeavor. Over the years, DSU has established its reputation as a distinguished regional and national leader in computer science and cybersecurity education and research. We embrace opportunities to provide our students, faculty, and future collaborators with the most innovative technologies and facilities, to produce transformative research and development, and create an outstanding base of faculty, students, and programs at the bachelor’s, master’s, and Ph.D. levels. DSU holds three prestigious designations from the National Security Agency (NSA) and the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) as National Centers of Academic Excellence (CAE) in Cyber Defense, Cyber Operations , and Cyber Research.

Among the exciting things happening at Dakota State, is a major public-private partnership in DSU RISING, a gift-driven campaign in two phases, totaling $130 Million. DSU RISING has already produced several major new opportunities and facilities on campus: The Beacom Institute of Technology, the Madison CyberLabs (cyber-related research and technology application across many industries), the Applied Research Lab (DSU-ARL), and the Paulson Cyber Incubator and Entrepreneurial Center.

New projects funded and in process include the extension of DSU’s Applied Research Corporation (DARC) to a new facility in Sioux Falls, expansion of the number of graduates from the Beacom College of Computer and Cyber Sciences, and the launch of the statewide Governors Cyber Academy (K-12 cyber education program).

Benefits:
Flexible benefits package – health, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, hospital indemnity insurance, flexible spending account, health savings account, health reimbursement account.
South Dakota Retirement System. Employees receive 6% fully matched contributions from SDRS and are vested after three years of service.
Paid sick leave
Reduced tuition for education.
Professional liability coverage
Paid family leave

How to Apply:
To apply, visit https://yourfuture.sdbor.edu. The employment site will allow the attachment of a cover letter, curriculum vitae, transcripts, and contact information for at least three professional references.

For full consideration, please submit all materials by November 26, 2024, for an August start. The search will remain open until the positions are filled.