"Assistant Professor Information Technology"

Job Summary

Reporting to the department chair of Information Technology, the 10-month tenure-track Assistant Professor position is required to: 1) conduct quality research leading to peer-reviewed publications in well-regarded venues and success in external funding; 2) teach undergraduate and graduate courses; and 3) provide service to the department, university, and professional committees and communities. In addition, candidates are expected to supervise undergraduate and graduate students.

Required Qualifications

• Earned Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cyber Security, Information Technology, or closely related field with at least 18 graduate semester hours in Computer Science, from an accredited institution by July 1, 2026.
• Evidence of the potential for quality research.
• Demonstrated promise of excellence in teaching.
• Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives.
• Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development.
• Demonstrated commitment to advancing a strong and growing research and scholarship agenda and the production of research/creative activities as appropriate to the discipline.

Proposed Salary

Commensurate with experience. This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of: 1. A cover letter addressing the qualifications cited above. 2. A curriculum vitae. 3. A statement on research interest including a five-year research plan. 4. A teaching statement that includes teaching philosophy, any prior experience, and any evidence of teaching effectiveness. 5. The names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 professional references.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES: Consistently exhibit engaging customer service. Ability to support various constituencies served by the University. Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position.

KNOWLEDGE: Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success.

SKILLS: Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills.

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled. Screening of applications begins October 22, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2026.

Contact Information

Dr. Lei Chen, ITFacultySearch@georgiasouthern.edu, 912-478-4848.