Job Description

Duties: The Department of Computer Science is seeking applicants for a full-time (9-month renewable) non-tenure track position in the Computer Information Systems Networking and Cybersecurity degree options. The primary focus of this position is teaching and preparing students for professional careers. Research is not required. Applicants are sought in all areas related to IT infrastructure and secure computing. Preference will be given to applicants with experience with emerging technologies such as mobile/wireless computing and security, network automation, digital security and ethical hacking etc. For current course offerings, visit https://bulletin.uakron.edu/undergraduate/colleges-programs/engineering-polymer-science/computer-science/computer-information-systems-networking-option-bs/#recommendedsequencetext.

Other responsibilities include engaging in professional development, scholarly activities, student recruitment, and providing service to the program area, department, college, university, and the community. The successful candidate will be committed to acquiring or maintaining professional and instructor certifications.

The start date of this position is Fall 2025.

Required: A master’s degree in a computing discipline such as Computer Information Systems or Computer Information Technology or a related field from an accredited institution is required at the start of employment.

Preferred: A PhD in a computing discipline such as Computer Information Systems, Computer Information Technology or a related field from an accredited institution; college-level teaching or other professional training experience; or teaching experience on equipment within the Cisco Networking Academy. Industry certifications are also preferred.

The University of Akron’s Department of Computer Science offers programs in Computer Science and Computer Information Systems. Undergraduate majors offered include Computer Science and Computer Information Systems with specialties in cybersecurity, networking, and software development. At the graduate level, we provide a comprehensive Master of Science degree, specifically in Computer Science. Currently, the Department has 11 full-time faculty members, 8 tenure track and 3 non-tenure track. We presently have more than 750 undergraduate and graduate students pursuing degrees in computing.

Comments: Official transcripts and verification of certifications are required before employment.

Additional Position Information:
Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position, please attach the necessary documents (This could be CV, Cover Letter, Teaching/Research Philosophy, etc.). Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.

Review of applications will begin on January 20, 2024, application window will close 12am January 20th, 2024.

Candidates should complete the online application at: https://www.uakron.edu/webforms/XXXX attaching a curriculum vitae; a narrative which includes teaching philosophy; unofficial copies of graduate transcripts; and three professional references with titles, physical addresses, e-mail addresses, and telephone numbers.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.