Assistant Professor of Hardware and Embedded Systems Cybersecurity

University of Missouri; United States; Remote; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Missouri's David L. Payne Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science invites applications for an Assistant Professor in hardware and embedded systems cybersecurity.

The role will expand EECS's teaching and research programs, strengthening hardware security, embedded systems, and secure computer architecture. The successful candidate will develop undergraduate and graduate courses, participate in the Cybersecurity Center and related research initiatives, and

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science or Computer Engineering.
• Ability to perform research and teach in hardware and embedded systems cybersecurity.
• Collaborate with multiple departments to grow research areas.

Responsibilities

• Develop and teach courses in hardware and embedded systems cybersecurity.
• Lead research in secure hardware and cyber-physical systems.
• Collaborate with the Cybersecurity Center and related institutes.

Skills

Hardware security

Embedded systems

Cybersecurity

Academic teaching

Education

PhD in Computer Science/Computer Engineering

Job description

The University of Missouri (MU) David L. Payne Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science

Job Description

The University of Missouri (MU) David L. Payne Department of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science invites nominations and applications for an Assistant Professor in Hardware and Embedded Systems Cybersecurity. The position rank is based on experience level and the background of the applicant. Exceptional applicants could be considered for higher rank appointments.

The University of Missouri is strengthening its position as a national leader with a historic $50 million gift and the start of construction on a new interdisciplinary research facility. The gift will transform the college by supporting academic programs and students, advancing faculty research and improving facilities, including a significant renovation of Naka Hall, home to the electrical engineering and computer science department. Spanning electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, information technology, and data science, EECS brings together expertise in fields transforming industry and society-from AI and quantum technologies to cybersecurity, geospatial intelligence, bioinformatics, and energy.

The Assistant professor in hardware and embedded systems cybersecurity is anticipated to expand EECS’s undergraduate and graduate teaching mission and research programs in hardware and embedded systems cybersecurity will strengthen computer engineering instruction in hardware security, embedded systems, secure computer architecture, cyber-physical systems and Internet of Things security. This position is anticipated to support and strengthen EECS Department’s teaching and research mission in computer engineering, specifically in hardware security, embedded systems, secure computer architecture, cyber-physical systems and Internet of Tings security. The teaching capacity is particularly important to deliver undergraduate and graduate certificates in cybersecurity. The position will also support research and student training relevant to the Cybersecurity Center, Center for Geospatial Intelligence and Center for AI Education Research and Infrastructure, where secure hardware, critical infrastructure, grid security and resilient cyber-physical systems are increasingly important.

Qualifications

Applicants must have a Ph. D. in Computer Science/Computer Engineering, or a closely related field. The faculty member will work closely with multiple departments or groups to grow their research area.

Sponsorship Information

Employment visa sponsorship may be available for this position.

Equal Employment Opportunity

This position is eligible for University benefits. As part of your total compensation, the University offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision plans, retirement, and educational fee discounts for all four UM System campuses. For additional information on University benefits, please visit the Faculty & Staff Benefits website at https://www.umsystem.edu/departments-staff/human-resources/benefits-retirement

To request ADA accommodations, please call the Director of Accessibility and ADA at 573-884-7278.