"Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity"

Job Details

Standard Job Description Title & Job Code: Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity

Department: Mathematics & Computer Science

Full-Time: 100%, Faculty, Ongoing 9-month appointment, one vacancy

Job Summary:The Department of Mathematics and Computer Science at the University of Wisconsin-Superior invites applications for the faculty position of tenure-track Assistant Professor of Cybersecurity, to begin in August 2026. The department is seeking individuals who will provide excellent undergraduate and graduate instruction, contribute to the development and oversight of the cybersecurity curriculum, incorporate current techniques in teaching and research, and work collaboratively to strengthen the department’s programs.

Job Responsibilities:

• Teach courses in cybersecurity, computer science, and mathematics as assigned by the department chair. Oversee curriculum in cybersecurity in collaboration with departmental colleagues. Maintain a program of scholarly activity. Serve on departmental and university committees or councils. Provide academic advising to students in Cybersecurity and Computer Science programs.

Other Duties:

• Complete required trainings and professional development as assigned. Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Earned doctorate in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or related field
• University level teaching experience
• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching

Desirable Qualifications:

Ability to teach broadly across Computer Science or Mathematics Experience or interest in online teaching modalities

Compensation: Salary range for this position is: $100,000 - $110,000 annually. This position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including generous paid time off, competitively priced health/dental/vision/life insurance, tax-advantaged savings accounts, and participation in the nationally recognized Wisconsin Retirement System (WRS) pension fund. For a summary of benefits, please see: https://www.wisconsin.edu/ohrwd/benefits/download/fasl.pdf.

Starting Date: August 2026

Contact Information:

For additional information about UW-Superior, visit www.uwsuper.edu;

For additional information about this position, contact Doni Mietzel at lmietzel@uwsuper.edu.

Application Process:

Review of all complete applications will commence at 4:30pm on November 17, 2025, and will continue until the position is filled.

How to Apply:

Please click the “Apply” button to begin the application process or visit https://www.uwsuper.edu/about/employment/. You will be required to log in or create a Workday account to continue.

As part of the application process, you will be required to upload:

Cover Letter CV/Resume Unofficial transcripts of all degrees earned Teaching Statement