Assistant Professor - Computer Science and Cybersecurity

Radford University’s School of Computing and Information Sciences invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in teaching and research, with employment to begin in August 2027. We seek candidates who are passionate about teaching and possess expertise in various subfields of Computer Science, with a focus on applied learning. An ideal candidate will be able to teach in two or more CS areas such as theory, data structures and algorithms, programming languages, software systems, databases, computer networking, cybersecurity, AI / machine learning, or other emerging areas. Candidates are expected to teach and collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse communities and backgrounds. An ideal candidate will also demonstrate enthusiasm and ability to develop a research program that actively engages undergraduate students.

The School of Computing and Information Sciences at Radford University offers two undergraduate degree programs: a BS in Computer Science and Technology and a BS in Cybersecurity. The BS in Computer Science and Technology supports five concentrations: Software Engineering, Databases, Networking, Computer Science, and Artificial Intelligence. The Computer Science concentration and the BS in Cybersecurity are both ABET accredited. In addition, Radford University is an NSA Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education. The school takes pride in emphasizing hands-on, active learning to develop in-demand skills and knowledge, ensuring graduates are well-prepared for technology careers. Faculty members actively mentor students in research and competitive computing events, including the International Collegiate Programming Contest (ICPC) and various cybersecurity competitions.

Required Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or in a very closely related technical field; applicants with all but their dissertation completed (ABDs) with a planned completion by Summer 2027 will also be considered
• An established publication record in the candidate’s research area related to Computer Science

Preferred Qualifications:

• Ability to integrate AI use-cases into the curriculum of courses they teach
• Demonstrated communication skills, preferably in classroom settings, evidenced by prior teaching, lecturing, or teaching assistant (TA) experiences
• Demonstrated ability to teach in the core computer science areas
• Ability to create hands-on learning exercises or labs for use in teaching
• Ability to implement course-based undergraduate research experiences (CUREs)

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants must provide the following information: an application cover letter, a current curriculum vitae, and contact information for three (3) professional references including both phone and email addresses for each. Successful candidates will be required to provide official transcripts and will be subject to a criminal background check.

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