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Tenure-Track Faculty - Department Of Computer Science
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Position Number: 1309114
Location: Slippery Rock, PA
Position Type: Education/Teaching

The Department of Computer Science at Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania is seeking applications from qualified candidates for a full-time, tenure-track appointment beginning in Fall 2019 to teach undergraduate courses and advise students in the area of cybersecurity. Slippery Rock University is located in Western Pa - an hour from downtown Pittsburgh. The Department offers a BS degree in Computing with tracks in Computer Science, Information Technology, and Computing Analytics.

Beginning Fall 2019, the existing cybersecurity track will be replaced with a BS degree in Cybersecurity with concentrations in secure software development and security governance. The department plans to seek ABET and/or NSA/DOD CAE designation for its cybersecurity programs. Faculty candidates will be expected to teach undergraduate courses in Cybersecurity, and some introductory courses in Computer Science. Topic areas for these courses may include: secure programing; malware and software security analysis, software assurance and, other cybersecurity governance topics. Job duties require quality performance in teaching, research that may involve undergraduate students, academic advising, service at the University, and other duties as assigned.

The minimum qualifications of the position are:
Earned doctorate in Computer Science focusing on cybersecurity or very closely related field from a regionally accredited institution (completion of degree required prior to Fall 2019)
Demonstrated skills in writing computer security application programs and skills in developing cybersecurity labs (SCADA etc.)
Effective written and oral communications skills.
Successful performance in an on-campus interview and teaching demonstration.

Preference will be given to candidates with: experience in teaching or assistance in teaching cybersecurity courses at the College or University level; research experience in cyber security as demonstrated by professional publications and research grants.

Graduate and undergraduate transcripts are required for this position. Applicants may either upload copies using the "Transcripts" selection under documents or mail them to:

Dr. Nitin Sukhija, Search Chair
Computer Science Department
ATS Building
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057

Official transcripts are required prior to appointment. Recommended candidates will be required to complete criminal background check, including Act 34 Background Check and Act 151 (Child Abuse) Background Check and Federal Criminal (FBI) clearance prior to appointment. Full consideration will be given to applications received by February 15, 2019. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

Slippery Rock University provides an environment that respects, encourages, and promotes the talents and contributions of all. Slippery Rock University values a community with a shared sense of purpose, where people demonstrate mutual respect and appreciation. Slippery Rock University values diversity that honors and includes all persons regardless of age, creed, disability, ethnic heritage, gender, gender identity, race, religion, sexual orientation, or socioeconomic status in academic and extracurricular endeavor, in the working environment, and in the daily life of the university community.

Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, religion, age, disability, age/or veteran status in its programs or activities in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and University policies.

The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:

Assistant Vice President of Diversity and Equal Opportunity/Title IX Coordinator
305 Old Main Building
104 Maltby Avenue
Slippery Rock University
Slippery Rock, PA 16057
724.738.2016