Assistant Professor of Information Systems specializing in Network Security/Cyber Security - State College, United States - The Pennsylvania State University

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

The School of Business Administration at Penn State Harrisburg is seeking qualified applicants for a tenure-track, Assistant Professor of Information Systems focused on Cyber Security/Network Security to begin in . We are seeking an enthusiastic and dedicated individual who shares our commitment to teaching, research, and service. The successful candidate will contribute to our efforts to create a welcoming and inclusive learning environment for students; foster robust, collaborative research; and engage in service activities supporting institutional goals. The School of Business is AACSB accredited. For more information about the business school visit our website at .

Responsibilities: The primary responsibilities of the Assistant Professor of Information Systems specializing in Cyber Security/Network Security include:

Teaching: Specific job responsibilities include teaching both undergraduate and graduate courses in information systems in residence, hybrid, and online modalities. The successful candidate will also pursue teaching in areas such as management information systems, cyber security, and/or secure computing.

Research/Scholarship: All faculty are expected to maintain a high level of professional activity through scholarly research, publications, and service.

Service: All faculty are expected to undertake committee work, community engagement, and mentorship, and make other contributions to the campus, to DEIB goals and initiatives, and the broader academic community.

Qualifications : Candidates must have earned a Ph.D. or DBA in information systems or a closely related field by August , 4. A degree from an AACSB-accredited school is preferred. Candidates with primary teaching interests in cyber security and networking will be given priority. Secondary teaching interests in usable security and privacy are desired.

DEIB Requirement: Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to transforming teaching methods, communication approaches, course materials, learning objectives, and learning environments to genuinely support, respect, and cater to the diverse needs of student populations at Penn State Harrisburg.

Application Process: Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. Applicants should expect to upload a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a statement of research philosophy, a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references to .

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Locations: Penn State Harrisburg

Job Category: Academic Group

For additional questions, please contact: Dr. Parag Pendharkar ().

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission. Likewise, the School of Business is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce. We believe diversity benefits and enriches students, staff, and faculty within our school. We are dedicated to building and sustaining an equitable, inclusive, and welcoming teaching and learning environment where cultural diversity is valued and celebrated.

Penn State Harrisburg is a campus of the Pennsylvania State University, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania's land-grant institution, serving more than , students. Penn State Harrisburg, the Capital College, enrolls 4, students in residential instruction and an additional 1, students in programs delivered online via the University's World Campus. Penn State Harrisburg offers two associate, baccalaureate, Master's, and three doctoral degrees. The college also offers the first two years of study leading to more than baccalaureate majors available throughout Penn State. Additionally, the campus participates in nine online degree offerings (six graduate and three undergraduate) through Penn State World Campus, and offers accelerated undergraduate/graduate programs, joint degrees in collaboration with Penn State Dickinson Law and the Penn State College of Medicine, and continuing education opportunities.

The Pennsylvania State University is committed to and accountable for advancing diversity, equity, inclusion, and sustainability in all of its forms. We embrace individual uniqueness, foster a culture of inclusion that supports both broad and specific diversity initiatives, leverage the educational and institutional benefits of diversity in society and nature, and engage all individuals to help them thrive. We value inclusion as a core strength and an essential element of our public service mission.

CAMPUS SECURITY CRIME STATISTICS:

Pursuant to the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act and the Pennsylvania Act of 8, Penn State publishes a combined Annual Security and Annual Fire Safety Report (ASR). The ASR includes crime statistics and institutional policies concerning campus security, such as those concerning alcohol and drug use, crime prevention, the reporting of crimes, sexual assault, and other matters. The ASR is available for review .

Employment with the University will require successful completion of background check(s) in accordance with University policies.

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