Information Technology - Tenure Track Faculty

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dayton (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition waiver for employee and depend

STRS pension participation

Structured opportunities for promotion

Support for professional development

Job summary

Sinclair Community College is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Information Technology faculty member beginning Fall 2026 to teach across cybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and automation, with in-person instruction at Dayton, Centerville, and Mason campuses.

The candidate will engage in hands-on, applied instruction aligned with industry standards and certifications, contribute to student success in both traditional and online formats, and participate in service to the department and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in IT required; master's degree preferred.
• Minimum of three years in education or IT infrastructure.
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning through innovative strategies.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills in a community college environment.
• Flexible teaching availability across multiple campuses (Day/Evening/Weekend).

Responsibilities

• Teach across IT areas with emphasis on cybersecurity, networking, cloud, and automation.
• Deliver hands-on instruction across Sinclair campuses Dayton, Centerville, and Mason.
• Participate in committees and mentor students.
• Support online and traditional learning environments.
• Satisfy a 15-credit-hour per semester load and minimum five office hours weekly.

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Position Information

Position Information (Default Section)

Job Title

Information Technology - Tenure Track Faculty

Location

Multiple Locations, OH

Job Number

05402

Department

Computer Information Systems

Job Category

Faculty

Job Type

Full-time Tenure Track

Status

Regular

Job Open Date

02/05/2026

Resume Review Date

Ongoing

Closing Date

Open Until Filled

Yes

Position Summary

The SinclairInformation Technology Department is seeking a full-time,tenure-track faculty member to join its Business and PublicServices Division beginning Fall 2026. This program providesstudents with a robust, hands-on education tailored to the demandsof the modern tech industry, featuring state-of-the-art facilities,experienced faculty, and a curriculum that builds practical skillsin cybersecurity, networking, and technical support while offeringflexible scheduling, valuable certifications, and strong industrypartnerships that connect students with local employers forinternships and job opportunities.

The successful candidate will be able to teach across multipleareas of Information Technology, with particular emphasis oncybersecurity, networking, cloud computing, and automation.Instructional responsibilities may include courses in networkinfrastructure and security, cybersecurity fundamentals andadvanced topics, including instruction in cloud platforms such asAWS and Microsoft Azure, and advanced PowerShell scripting andautomation for systems administration and enterprise environments. This position requires in-person instruction across all threeSinclair campuses, including Dayton, Centerville, and Mason, andthe faculty member is expected to deliver hands-on, appliedinstruction aligned with industry standards, certifications, andcurrent workforce needs, while supporting student success in bothtraditional and online learning environments.

This tenure-track role typically requires at least a 40-hour workweek which includes a course load of 15 credit hours per semester, and a minimum of five office hours per week. In addition to theseresponsibilities, the faculty member will be expected to performrelated duties including serving on department and collegecommittees, serving as an ambassador for the program, and mentoringand coaching students. Teaching assignments may include day,evening, and/or weekend assignments. The position reports to theChair/Program Administrator.

All full-time faculty salaries are determined by the Provost’sOffice and are commensurate with education andexperience.

This position is open only to applicants who reside in Ohio,Indiana, or Kentucky, or who are able to perform work withinone of these states. Sinclair Community College restrictsemployment to approved states due to employment, tax, and benefitscompliance requirements.

Why work for Sinclair College? The following are some of the benefits that full-time faculty withSinclair College receive:

• Tuition waiver for employee and dependents for all Sinclaircourses and programs
• Structured opportunity for advancement and promotion
• Support for continued professional development andeducation
• STRS pension participation, with 14% employer contribution
• High quality programs and events for work-life balance

*SCC has the right to revise this position description at anytime. This position description does not represent in any way acontract of employment.

Principal Accountabilities Satisfactory performance of the Four Critical Performance areasrequired for all full-time faculty:

• Teaching, Learning, and Student Development :Participate in the continuing development and implementation of thedepartment’s curriculum through teaching that reflects a strongcommitment to fostering student success. Through in-class andout-of-class initiatives, actively seek to advance the developmentof individual students and their capacity to meet their educationalgoals.
• Scholarship and Professional Growth : Maintain and seekto improve currency and competence in the discipline and as ateacher.
• Curriculum Design, Assessment, and Evaluation : Incollaboration with colleagues, actively contribute to thecontinuous review and revision of the department’s curriculum. Mustexhibit advanced computer proficiency, alongside the capability andtime-management skills required for the effective development andrevision of online courses. Implement evaluations tostates of standards and use assessment data to continuouslyimprove teaching and learning.
• Workplace and Community Service : Contribute to theoperation and advancement of the college through committee serviceand other activities. Extend professional expertise to thecommunity served by the college.
• Compliance with the terms and conditions set forth in theFull-Time Faculty Handbook and the Full-Time Employee Handbook
• Teaching a minimum of 30 semester hours annually during theacademic year
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Minimum of a bachelor’s degree in IT required; master’s degreepreferred
  • Candidates without a master’s degree in IT will be required toobtain one within a specified time
• Minimum of three years in education or IT infrastructurerequired
• Demonstrated commitment to improving student learning throughinnovative strategies shown to help students succeed at the courseand program level required
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with theability to work successfully in a community collegeenvironment
• Flexible teaching availability, including day, evening, andweekend classes, at the Dayton, Centerville, and Mason campuses;Prison Education Program campuses; and local K–12 schools offeringCCP courses, as applicable

Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have a minimum of a bachelor’s degree in IT, and ifyou do not currently hold a master’s degree in IT, are you willingto obtain one within a specified timeframe?
   • Yes, I have a bachelor's degree in IT and I am willing toobtain a master's degree in IT.
   • Yes, I have a master's degree in IT.
   • No, I do not have a bachelor's degree in IT.
2. * Do you have a minimum of three years experience in educationor IT infrastructure?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * In accordance with Sinclair Community College employment,tax, and benefits compliance requirements, please select the statein which you currently reside or will perform work for thisposition.
   • Ohio
   • Indiana
   • Kentucky
   • I do not reside in or am unable to perform work in one of thesestates.
4. * Are you legally authorized to work in the United States, andwill you now or in the future require employer sponsorship for awork visa? *Sinclair Community College will not sponsor applicantsfor work visas.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States and do notrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • Yes, I am authorized to work in the United States but willrequire sponsorship now or in the future.
   • No, I am not authorized to work in the United States.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Bachelor's Transcript

Optional Documents

1. Teaching Philosophy
2. Other
3. Letter of Recommendation (1)
4. Letter of Recommendation (2)
5. Letter of Recommendation (3)
6. Master's Transcript
7. General Transcript