Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor, Non-Tenure Track, Computer Science - Cybersecurity

Description

The Department of Computer Science at Baylor University invites applications for a Clinical Assistant or Associate Professor position specializing in Cybersecurity. This position will begin in August 2026. The successful candidate must have a Ph.D. or M.S. in Computer Science or a related field. Relevant industry or government experience in cybersecurity is highly sought. They must also demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, the development of a cybersecurity program, and effective communication and organizational skills.

The selected candidate will primarily focus on teaching and curriculum development in cybersecurity at both undergraduate and graduate levels. Responsibilities include mentoring students, growing the cybersecurity program, and potentially engaging in applied research or industry collaborations. Active participation in departmental service and outreach is also expected.

The selected candidate will be expected to engage in the Cybersecurity Research and Education Initiative (CREI), which the NSA and DHS designate Baylor as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education; additionally, the Central Texas Cyber Range (CTCR), a joint venture with McLennan Community College, focuses on cybersecurity education, applied research, and community engagement.

Baylor's ABET-accredited Computer Science Department currently has twleve tenured/tenure-track faculty, including the McCollum Family Chair in Data Science, and seven lecturer faculty members. The faculty are internationally recognized in research areas such as data science, bioinformatics, machine learning, cybersecurity, big data, and computer systems. The department is housed within the Hankamer Building and the Baylor Research and Innovation Collaborative (BRIC). It offers BS, MS (online and in-person), PhD degrees in Computer Science, and BSI degree with majors in Bioinformatics, Data Science, and Cybersecurity. The Cybersecurity Research and Education Initiative (CREI) designates Baylor as a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense Education by the NSA and DHS.

Additionally, the Central Texas Cyber Range (CTCR), a joint venture with McLennan Community College, focuses on cybersecurity education, applied research, and community engagement. More information is available at Baylor Computer Science.

About Baylor University: Located in Waco, Texas, Baylor University is the oldest college in Texas. With a population of 21,000 diverse students, Baylor is one of the top universities in the nation, having been named an R1 institution by the Carnegie Classification in January 2022. Baylor is also on the honor roll of the "Great Colleges to Work For" from The Chronicle of Higher Education; Baylor offers competitive salaries and benefits while allowing faculty and staff to live in one of the fastest-growing parts of the state. Our strategic plan, Illuminate, guides the University as we continue to live up to Baylor's mission of educating men and women for worldwide leadership and service by integrating academic excellence and Christian commitment within a caring community.  

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or M.S. in Computer Science or a field closely related to cybersecurity is required.
• Two years or more of experience, in industry or government, related to cybersecurity is highly sought.
• Commitment to undergraduate and graduate education, with a focus on teaching and growing a cybersecurity program, is required.
• Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated excellence in teaching, program development, and growth in the cybersecurity area.

Application Instructions

All materials should be submitted through Interfolio. Please provide the following documents:

• Cover letter (with anticipated rank)
• Current Curriculum Vitae
• Statement of teaching interests in light of Baylor's Cybersecurity Program
• Statement of research interests in light of Baylor's Cybersecurity Program
• Contact information for at least three professional references
• Academic transcripts (official transcripts will be required for selected candidate)
• Religious Affiliation Form (available in Interfolio)

The following documents are optional:

• Example publications

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Baylor University, a private not-for-profit university affiliated with the Baptist General Convention of Texas, is committed to compliance with all applicable anti-discrimination laws, including those regarding age, race, color, sex, national origin, military service, genetic information, and disability. Baylor complies with statutory Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity requirements. Baylor's full official Notice of Non-Discrimination may be read online.