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Assistant Professor, School of Information Technology, Tenure Track, CECH

University of Cincinnati, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208


Assistant Professor, School of Information Technology, Tenure Track, CECH

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Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation's best urban public research universities. Home to more than 50,000 students, 11,000 faculty and staff and 340,000 alumni, UC combines a Top 35 public research university with a physical setting The New York Times calls "the most ambitious campus design program in the country."

With the launch of Next Lives Here, the Cincinnati Innovation District, a $100 million JobsOhio investment, nine straight years of record enrollment, worldwide leadership in cooperative education, a dynamic academic health center and entry into the Big 12 Conference, UC's momentum has never been stronger. UC's annual budget tops $1.65 billion and its endowment totals $1.8 billion. The University's overall regional economic impact exceeds $10.6 billion, paving the way for the future of Cincinnati.

About the DepartmentThe School of Information Technology (SoIT) is a national leader in studying solutions and needs that connect people, information, and the technology of the time. The SoIT is home to Ohio's first Master of Science, and Doctor of Philosophy degrees in Information Technology. In addition, it is home to Ohio's first ABET accredited Bachelor of Science in Information Technology and a Bachelor of Science in Cybersecurity. The SoIT has been growing at 20% annually and currently serves around 2,000 students with 35 full-time faculty members, 35 full-time staff, and 37 adjunct faculty. The SoIT is home to several centers including an NSA/DHS Center for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense, the Information Technology Solutions Center, the Ohio Cyber Range Institute, Applied Machine Learning and Intelligence Center, and the Civic Technology Lab, and the newly formed Information Technology Analytics Center.

The SoIT is a diverse, interdisciplinary, team-oriented, dynamic and entrepreneurial environment. It empowers individuals to become passionate, solution-minded Information Technology professionals by fostering continuous innovation, research, leadership development, interdisciplinary problem solving, and real-world experience. More information about the School can be found at

http://cech.uc.edu/it .

Job OverviewThe School of Information Technology (SoIT) at the University of Cincinnati is rapidly growing its faculty in cybersecurity, cloud computing, software application development, human computer interaction, and applied data science.

SoIT seeks to hire a tenure-track Assistant Professor to start in August 2025 advancing research in the practical, applied, and technical dimensions of securing systems and information, championing technological innovation, as well as engaging in new evidence-based approaches in IT industry with interdisciplinary collaborations.

An Assistant Professor at the University of Cincinnati is expected to teach, conduct research, scholarly and service activities. This position will

support the University of Cincinnati's mission and commitment to excellence and diversity in our students, faculty, staff, and all of our activities. Responsibilities of Assistant Professors are defined in the University contract with the AAUP, available at

https://www.uc.edu/about/provost/faculty/aaup.html

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Essential Functions

Attend meetings, participate in governance, prepare materials for teaching.

Conduct and teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate-level courses and seminars

in areas such as but not limited to cybersecurity, cloud computing, software application development, human-computer interaction, and/or applied data science.

Serve as an academic adviser for students and evaluate student coursework.

Serve on college or university committees and participate in curriculum development activities (including evaluating and developing curriculum for the department and/or college).

Serve on graduate committees, supervise and seek funding to support research laboratories (where appropriate).

Lead

independent

study activities, and off-campus learning such as research and field work.

Required EducationAn earned Ph.D. in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline is required prior to the effective date of appointment (ABD candidates at the time of application will be considered).

Required ExperiencePrior to effective date of appointment all of the following:

At least one term of teaching experience, in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline at the undergraduate or graduate level, which could have been as a teaching assistant, adjunct, or full-time faculty.

Two peer-reviewed publications or one acquired external grant as a Co-PI or PI in areas related to information technology.

Application ProcessApplicants must submit:

Cover letter

Full curriculum vitae (if ABD, include date of successful dissertation proposal defense and anticipated date of graduation)

Statement of teaching philosophy

Statement of research agenda

List of at least three references

Physical Requirements/Work EnvironmentCompensation and Benefits

UC offers a wide array of complementary and affordable benefit options, to meet the financial, educational, health, and wellness needs of you and your family. Eligibility varies by position and FTE.

Competitive salary range of$100,000 - $102,000 dependent on the candidate's experience.

Comprehensive insurance plans including medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage.

Flexible spending accounts and an award-winning employee wellness program, plus an employee assistance program.

Financial security via our life and long-term disability insurance, accident and illness insurance, and retirement savings plans.

Generous paid time off work options including vacation, sick leave, annual holidays, and winter season days in addition to paid parental leave.

Tuition remission is available for employees and their eligible dependents.

Enjoy discounts for on and off-campus activities and services.

FOR ALL FACULTY HIRES OFFICIAL ACADEMIC TRANSCRIPTS WILL BE REQUIRED AT THE TIME OF HIRE

For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact Human Resources at jobs@uc.edu.

The University of Cincinnati is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

REQ: 96933

Assistant Professor, School of Information Technology, Tenure Track, CECH

Date:

Sep 21, 2024

Location:

Cincinnati, OH, US

Facility:

Main Campus

Nearest Major Market:

Cincinnati

Job Segment:Cloud, Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security, Curriculum Development, Technology, Security, Education

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