Clinical Faculty

University of Idaho; Moscow (ID); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Idaho College of Engineering seeks applicants for an Assistant Clinical Faculty member in the Department of Computer Science and Cybersecurity. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science and cybersecurity, combining lectures with laboratory, project-based, and experiential learning.

Instruction may be delivered locally, online, hybrid, across campuses, and through hands-on laboratory experiences.

Qualifications

• Earned M.S. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field.
• Strong written and oral communication skills.
• Experience teaching CS and Cybersecurity courses or related work.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate CS and cybersecurity courses.
• Combine lectures with laboratory, project-based, and experiential learning.
• Mentor students and contribute to program improvement.
• Deliver instruction in local, online, hybrid formats across campuses.

Skills

Written and oral communication

Collaborative work

Teaching CS/Cybersecurity

Education

MS in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

PhD in Computer Science or Cybersecurity (preferred)

Job description

Faculty Position Summary

The University of Idaho College of Engineering seeks applicants for an Assistant Clinical Faculty member on an academic year appointment in the Department of Computer Science and Cybersecurity. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science and cybersecurity, combining lectures with laboratory, project-based, and experiential learning. Instruction may be delivered locally, online, hybrid, across campuses, and through hands-on laboratory experiences.

Clinical Faculty

University of Idaho

APPOINTMENT INFORMATION

Division/College College of Engineering

Department Computer Science

Position Classification Clinical Faculty

Rank Assistant Professor

Tenure Status Non-Tenure Track

Location Moscow

FTE 1.0

Advertising Pay Range Commensurate with Experience

FLSA Status Exempt

Type of Appointment Academic Year

Anticipated Contract Start Date 08/17/2026

Position Overview

The University of Idaho College of Engineering seeks applicants for an Assistant Clinical Faculty member on an academic year appointment in the Department of Computer Science and Cybersecurity. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in computer science and cybersecurity, combining lectures with laboratory, project-based, and experiential learning. Instruction may be delivered locally, online, hybrid, across campuses, and through hands-on laboratory experiences. Candidates with practical industry experience, professional certifications, or applied research interests in cybersecurity are strongly encouraged to apply. Applicants should possess excellent written and oral communication skills and demonstrate a commitment to student success, mentorship, and continuous program improvement. Faculty are expected to contribute to departmental, college, and university service activities and to support the University's mission of engaged learning and community impact.

Teaching & Advising Effort

90%

Scholarship & Creative Activity Effort

5%

Outreach & Extension Effort

0%

University Service & Leadership Effort

5%

Required Education

An earned M.S. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field.

Required Experience

• Experience in written and oral communication.
• Experience working collaboratively.
• Experience teaching courses in Computer Science and Cybersecurity or related experience.

Preferred Experience

• An earned Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field.
• Demonstrated excellence in university-level instruction.
• Demonstrated experience supporting student growth and academic development and achievement.
• Demonstrated ability to successfully mentor and advise undergraduate students.
• Demonstrated interest and potential in pursuing and/or supporting research and scholarship activities.
• Interest in pursuing and supporting research and scholarship activities.
• Demonstrated potential for learning and implementing innovative hands-on instructional methods.
• Demonstrated potential for delivering instruction in a variety of formats including, but not limited to, local, online, hybrid, hands-on, and laboratory.

Physical Requirements And Working Conditions

N/A

POSTING INFORMATION

Open Until Filled Yes

Contingency on Appointment No

Special Instructions to Applicants

First consideration will be given to complete applications received by September 6, 2026.

Complete application consists of: CV, Letter of Qualification, Statement of Teaching, Transcripts, List of 3 References.

Visa Sponsorship Available for Appointment

No

Degree Requirement Timeline

Listed degree qualification is required at time of hire.