Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor - IT/Cybersecurity

Utah State University; Price (UT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution seeks a passionate Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor in IT/Cybersecurity. This role focuses on teaching and developing undergraduate programs that equip students with essential skills for successful careers. The successful candidate will engage in hands-on learning experiences, deliver courses in both traditional and digital formats, and collaborate with local industry partners to address workforce needs. Join a vibrant community dedicated to fostering student success and advancing knowledge through impactful teaching and engagement.

Benefits

Excellent benefits

Dual Career Assistance Program

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required for Lecturer position.
• Ph.D. and 3 years experience needed for Professional Practice Assistant Professor.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate curriculum in Information and Computer Technology.
• Engage in academic and professional organizations and community outreach.

Skills

Information and Computer Technology

Cybersecurity

Curriculum Development

Teaching

Web Development

Python Programming

Linux

Windows Operating Systems

Computer Networking

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information and Computer Technology

Ph.D. in a Relevant Field

Tools

Cisco

Job description

Lecturer or Professional Practice Assistant Professor - IT/Cybersecurity

Requisition ID: 2024-8546
# of Openings: 1
Location: US-UT-Price
Category: Faculty
Position Type: Benefited Full-Time
Job Classification: Faculty
College: College of Agriculture & Applied Sc
Department: Technology Design & Technical Educ
Advertised Salary: Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

Overview
The Department of Technology, Design, and Technical Education in the College of Agriculture and Applied Sciences at Utah State University (USU) offers a non-tenure track faculty position as a Lecturer, or Professional Practice Assistant Professor, in Information Technology and Cybersecurity. As part of USU's land grant mission to make academic programs accessible throughout the state, this position will be physically located at the USU Eastern Campus in Price, Utah.

This position begins in the Spring Semester (January) of 2025 (or until filled). This is a full-time academic-year appointment (nine-month academic year with possible summer teaching) located at the USU Eastern Campus. This position involves 90% teaching and advising duties and 10% service and professional engagement. This is a new position and programmatic initiative. Continued appointments will be based upon successful program initiation and ongoing student support. The review of applications will begin on December 1, 2025, and continue until the position is filled.

The Technology, Design, and Technical Education Department offers undergraduate programs (certificate-level, AAS, AS, and BS degrees) that focus on developing students' knowledge and capabilities through hands-on experiences in the classroom. Majors in the department include the various Associate of Applied Science programs to align with technical certificates, as well as the bachelor's degree programs in Engineering Technology, Outdoor Product Design and Development, and Technology Systems, including an emphasis in Information and Computer Technology. These degrees provide a stackable pathway that can begin in the secondary school system, to the Utah Technical Colleges, to associate level work with Utah State University, and to the BS in Technology Systems. This pathway provides students with marketable skills and experiences that prepare them for successful careers with multiple completion points along their academic path. The successful candidate will teach courses in support of all of these programs but will be significantly involved in the Information Technology and Cybersecurity content area.


Responsibilities

• Teach and participate in developing undergraduate curriculum in Information and Computer Technology.
• Instruction will involve both face-to-face and electronic delivery within the USU campus system.
• Course responsibilities may include Security and Digital Forensics, IT Management, Cloud Computing, Disaster Recovery and Business Resumption, Network Administration, and other related courses.
• Some evening teaching will be required.
• The position also requires active involvement in academic and professional organizations, university service participation, and local community engagement.
• A commitment to partnering with local industry partners and the Uintah Basin Applied Technology College to develop programs that meet workforce development needs within the region will be necessary.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

Lecturer: This position requires a Bachelor's degree in Information and Computer Technology, database management, Information/Cyber security assurance, or a closely related field. This will be a nine-month, non-tenure track teaching and service position.

Professional Practice Assistant Professor: This position requires a Ph.D. in a relevant field and a minimum of 3 years of experience. The nine-month, non-tenure track faculty position will be primarily teaching with some service and possible research responsibilities.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Recent relevant applied work experience in one or more of the abovementioned fields.
• Teaching experience in undergraduate courses in the fields listed above.
• Evidence of scholarly writing ability.
• Demonstrated experience designing websites and producing various types of digital media.
• Demonstrated experience with web development, Python, and other programming languages.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Linux and Windows-based operating systems.
• Demonstrated experience with computer networking and design, Cisco background helpful.
• Demonstrated ability to develop curriculum for online, broadcast, and face-to-face instruction.
• Experience helping students learn through lab, lecture, and "hands-on" projects or portfolios.
• Teaching-focused candidates who understand and are committed to meeting the needs of local communities and fulfilling the mission of a Land Grant University.
• Commitment to supportive relationships with students and peers.
• Willingness and ability to accommodate various student learning styles.
• Committed to professional growth and development activities to remain current in the discipline and to recognize future trends.

Required Documents
Along with the online application, please attach:

1. Resume/CV to be uploaded at the beginning of your application in the Candidate Profile under "Resume/CV"
2. Name and contact information for 3 professional references to be entered into Candidate Profile
3. Cover letter to be typed/pasted at the end of your application

**Document size may not exceed 10 MB.**


Advertised Salary
Commensurate with experience, plus excellent benefits

ADA
Employees typically work indoors and are protected from weather and/or contaminants, but not, necessarily, occasional temperature changes.


University Highlights
Founded in 1888, Utah State University is Utah's premier land-grant, public service university. As an R1 research institution, Utah State is dedicated to advancing knowledge and serving the public good through innovative research and scholarly activities that are grounded in reciprocal engagement with local, regional, and global communities. USU prepares students to be active, civically engaged leaders who are prepared to address critical societal challenges. Dedicated to providing a high-quality and affordable education, USU remains a leader in research, discovery, and public impact.

USU enrolls 28,900 students, both online and in person at locations throughout the state. Utah State's 30 locations include a main campus in Logan, Utah, residential campuses in Price and Blanding, and six additional statewide campuses, along with education centers serving every county. USU Online educates students from all 50 states and 55 countries. For over 25 years, USU Extension has served and engaged Utahns in all of Utah's counties.

Competing at the NCAA Division I level, USU is a proud member of the Mountain West Conference and will join the Pac-12 Conference beginning in the 2026-2027 season. The Aggies' long-standing tradition of athletic and academic excellence is exemplified by conference championships in multiple sports, reflecting USU's commitment to perseverance and achievement.

Utah State is dedicated to fostering a community where all individuals feel respected, valued, and supported. We seek to recruit, hire, and retain people from all walks of life who will champion excellence in education, research, discovery, outreach, and service. We believe that promoting a strong sense of community and belonging empowers and engages all members of USU to thrive and be successful. Forbes recognized our commitment to employees when they named Utah State the best employer in Utah in 2023. Learn more about USU.

The university provides a Dual Career Assistance Program to support careers for partners who are also seeking employment. Additionally, USU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation for a disability, contact the university's ADA Coordinator in the Office of Human Resources at [phone] or [e-mail].

*updated 02/2025


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Notice of Non-discrimination
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The following individuals have been designated to handle inquiries regarding the application of Title IX and its implementing regulations and/or USUs non-discrimination policies:
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Mailing address: 5100 Old Main Hill, Logan, Ut 84322
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