"Assistant Professor of Computer Science - Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity (Tenure-Track)"

Asst Prof, Comp Sci AI & Cyber

Department: AIK College of Sciences and Engineering

Part/Full Time: Full Time

Advertised Salary Range: Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

About University of South Carolina

From the Upstate to the Lowcountry, the University of South Carolina system is transforming the lives of South Carolinians through the impact of our eight institutions and 20 locations throughout the state. More than 50,000 students are enrolled at one of eight institutions, including the research campus in Columbia and comprehensive four-year universities in Aiken, Upstate and Beaufort. In addition, our Palmetto College campuses in Salkehatchie, Union, Lancaster and Sumter enable students to earn associate or bachelor’s degrees through a combination of in-person, online or blended learning. All of our system institutions place strong emphasis on service — helping to build healthier, more educated communities in South Carolina and beyond.

Advertised Job Summary

The Department of Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) seeks applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computer Science, with specialization in Artificial Intelligence in Cybersecurity to begin on January 1 or August 16, 2026. We are particularly interested in candidates whose research and teaching intersect AI, cybersecurity, and the integration of AI software and systems. While not required, experience in software engineering, secure software development, or AI-enabled software and systems engineering will be considered a plus.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or Doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited program by time of appointment; however, ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate both the qualifications and enthusiasm to teach courses in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. This includes courses such as Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, AI in Cybersecurity, and Malware Analysis. Additional expertise in secure software development, software engineering, or AI-enabled software engineering will also be considered. An active research agenda is expected, with a strong commitment to involving undergraduate students in research. Faculty are also expected to contribute to the department’s graduate program in Computer and Information Sciences. In addition, faculty at USCA have opportunities to collaborate with regional and national partners, including the South Carolina National Guard, the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and the U.S. Army Cyber Command at Fort Gordon, and the Savannah River National Laboratory. These collaborations provide rich opportunities for joint research, student engagement, and external funding. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

The Department of Computer Science, Engineering, and Mathematics at the University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA) offers a B.S. in Computer Science with concentrations in Data Science, Cybersecurity, and Gaming & Simulation, a B.S. in Software Engineering, and a Master of Science in Computer and Information Sciences with concentrations in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. As an NSA Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the department maintains a strong focus on cybersecurity across all of its programs. Learn more about the College of Sciences and Engineering at USC Aiken at www.usca.edu/cofse.

USCA is an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in educational or employment opportunities or decisions for qualified persons on the basis of age, ancestry, citizenship status, color, disability, ethnicity, familial status, gender (including transgender), gender identity or expression, genetic information, HIV/AIDs status, military status, national origin, pregnancy (false pregnancy, termination of pregnancy, childbirth, recovery therefrom or related medical conditions, breastfeeding), race, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, or any other bases under federal, state, local law, or regulations.

Required Education and Experience

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. or Doctorate in Computer Science or a closely related field from an accredited program by time of appointment; however, ABD will be considered with degree conferred by time of appointment. The ideal candidate will demonstrate both the qualifications and enthusiasm to teach courses in Artificial Intelligence and Cybersecurity. This includes courses such as Cloud Computing, Cloud Security, AI in Cybersecurity, and Malware Analysis. Additional expertise in secure software development, software engineering, or AI-enabled software engineering will also be considered. An active research agenda is expected, with a strong commitment to involving undergraduate students in research. Faculty are also expected to contribute to the department’s graduate program in Computer and Information Sciences. In addition, faculty at USCA have opportunities to collaborate with regional and national partners, including the South Carolina National Guard, the U.S. Army Cyber Center of Excellence and the U.S. Army Cyber Command at Fort Gordon, and the Savannah River National Laboratory. These collaborations provide rich opportunities for joint research, student engagement, and external funding. Salary is commensurate and competitive with qualifications and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in software engineering, secure software development, or AI-enabled software and systems engineering will be considered a plus.

Special Instructions to Applicant

Review of applications will begin on November 25, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. To be considered for this position, applicants must apply online and upload the following with their application: a cover letter, current curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy and teaching interest, research statement outlining your proposed research plan, and unofficial graduate transcripts. Finalists will be required to submit official hard copy transcripts, three signed letters of recommendation, and contact information for three references who will be contacted at that time. For more information, please contact Dr. Hala Strohmier Berry (Search Committee Chair) at Hala.Strohmier@usca.edu.

The University of South Carolina Aiken (USCA), a public comprehensive university in the University of South Carolina system, offers undergraduate and master’s degrees to more than 4000 students in 60 programs of study. USCA has ranked as one of the best public schools in the South by U.S. News & World Report for the 26th year in a row. Additionally, USCA was recognized for being a Best College for Veterans and a Top Performer in Social Mobility. USCA is South Carolina’s COPLAC institution providing a unique and strong liberal arts core within our degree offerings. We boast students from 35 states and 32 countries. USCA has ten NCAA Division II Athletic programs. For more information about USC Aiken visit www.usca.edu.

Situated on 450 acres, USCA is located thirty minutes from Augusta, GA (home of the Masters Tournament and Fort Gordon, new home of US Army Cyber Command), one hour from Columbia, SC, and within three hours of Charleston, SC, coastal beaches, and the Appalachian Mountains. Aiken is noted for its famous thoroughbred horses, numerous parks and golf courses, wonderful weather, spacious avenues, and historic homes.