"Assistant Professor (Special Title)"

The College of Communication and Information at the University of Kentucky invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor (Special Title) of Information Communication Technology. This is a nine-month, tenure-track position reporting directly to the School Director with appointment at the rank of assistant professor. The anticipated start date is August 16, 2026.

Responsibilities: Candidates will be expected to teach a 3-3 teaching load, with opportunities to teach across the School’s graduate and undergraduate programs. This position will have an initial distribution of effort of 65% teaching, 10-25% research, and 10-25% service. Faculty are expected to teach, advise students, oversee student internships, build industry relationships, oversee student-facing initiatives, maintain a personal research program, participate in professional activities, and serve on university committees.

We are seeking qualified faculty members to contribute to advancements in teaching, research, and service within the information communication technology field. Successful candidates will work in a collaborative and interdisciplinary environment, engaging with colleagues, students, and community partners to influence the discipline. We especially welcome individuals with innovative approaches and demonstrated potential for leadership in teaching and professional practice in areas such as, but not limited to, hardware and software fundamentals, systems analysis, cybercrime, systems administration, and ICT policy. An earned Ph.D. (or ABD status) in information science, computer science, or a related field is preferred, but candidates with significant industry experience and a master’s degree in a related discipline will also be considered.

Application materials should include a letter of application that briefly summarizes background, qualifications, and interest in the position; a curriculum vita; a brief research statement reviewing focus, expertise, accomplishments, and goals; a brief teaching statement including philosophy of teaching and evidence of teaching excellence; and contact information for three references.

Application review will begin November 3, 2025, and continue until the position is filled. Questions regarding the position may be directed to the Search Committee Chair: Dr. Maria Cahill at maria.cahill@uky.edu.

Apply through the UK jobs website.