Intelligence Analysis Professor or Practice Educator

James Madison University; Harrisonburg (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

James Madison University invites applications for a faculty position in Intelligence Analysis beginning August 2027. Appointments may be tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Practice track, based on qualifications.

The IA program serves ~250 students and emphasizes teaching, research, and real-world application in security contexts. We value diverse disciplinary backgrounds, ability to teach multiple IA courses, and a commitment to undergraduate mentoring and scholarly activity.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a relevant academic field is required for a Tenure-Track Assistant or Associate Professor appointment.
• A minimum of a master's degree in combination with substantial, demonstrated experience as an analyst is required for an RTA Assistant or Associate Professor of Practice appointment.
• Candidates should have ability to teach in two or more IA program areas (critical thinking methods, data analytics, analyst context, and analytic product delivery).
• We seek excellence in undergraduate teaching, mentoring of students, and scholarly potential with a strategic research agenda.
• Interest in collaboration to expand the IA Program's scope and reach.

Responsibilities

• Three in-person courses per semester as a typical teaching load.
• Assist in curricular development to advance teaching of analysis.
• Teach in multiple areas of the curriculum and contribute to scholarship in analysis and related disciplines.
• Engage in internal and external professional service to support the disciplines and communities.

Skills

Data analytics

Critical thinking

Curriculum development

Analytic products

Education

PhD in field

Master's degree + analyst experience

Job description

James Madison University invites applications for a faculty position in Intelligence Analysis beginning August 2027. Appointments may be tenure-track Assistant/Associate Professor or Practice track, based on qualifications.

The IA program serves ~250 students and emphasizes teaching, research, and real-world application in security contexts. We value diverse disciplinary backgrounds, ability to teach multiple IA courses, and a commitment to undergraduate mentoring and scholarly activity.