Computer Science, Lecturer (Cybersecurity), Non-Tenure Track

Asiswny; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading university in Chicago is seeking a Lecturer for its Department of Computer Science. This role involves teaching cybersecurity at both undergraduate and graduate levels, engaging in mentorship, and contributing to departmental activities. The successful candidate will hold a PhD and possess strong teaching skills, aligning with the university's commitment to diversity and interdisciplinary education.

Qualifications

• Strong teaching profile in introductory and advanced cybersecurity courses.
• Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching and student mentorship.

Responsibilities

• Teach three to four cybersecurity and privacy courses per semester.
• Engage in professional development and mentor students in cybersecurity competitions.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Mentorship

Interdisciplinarity

Education

PhD in Computer Science or Cybersecurity

Job description

Job Description:

Salary Range: $80,000–$95,000
Benefits Information: https://www.luc.edu/hr/benefits/

The Department of Computer Science in the College of Arts and Sciences at Loyola University Chicago seeks qualified candidates for an appointment as Lecturer beginning Fall 2025. The department is based at Loyola's Lake Shore Campus and has 17 full-time faculty members serving approximately 500 undergraduate majors and minors and 120 master's students, and nine PhD students enrolled in computer science, cybersecurity, information technology, and software engineering degree programs. For more information about the department, please visit its website at https://www.luc.edu/cs and for more information about the Loyola Center for Cybersecurity, please visit its website at https://www.luc.edu/ccpc .

We welcome candidates with strong teaching profiles in introductory and advanced cybersecurity courses.

This search is part of a College-wide, multiyear hiring initiative designed to hire outstanding teachers and researchers who are reflective of our diverse student body, committed to interdisciplinarity, dedicated to the pursuit of external grants, and appreciative of a Jesuit, Catholic education. As a University that is situated in the world-class, multicultural City of Chicago and dedicated to mentoring a diverse student body, many of whom come from underrepresented and underserved populations, we especially encourage applications from candidates from underrepresented groups.

This position involves teaching three to four cybersecurity and privacy courses per semester at the undergraduate and graduate levels. Topics courses and development of new courses are encouraged. The successful candidate will also engage in professional development activities as well as service at the department level or above. The successful candidate is expected to be involved in the cybersecurity club and the Loyola Center for Cybersecurity, and to mentor students participating in regional and national cybersecurity competitions.

Minimum Education and/or Work Experience:

The candidate will have a PhD in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or related field at the time of appointment. Candidates for the position must demonstrate clear potential for excellence in teaching and student mentorship. The candidate must be willing to support the mission of Loyola University Chicago and the goals of a Jesuit, Catholic education.

Job Type: Full-Time