Tenure-Track Cybersecurity Researcher & Educator

Kansas State University Department of Computer Science; Manhattan (KS); On-site; USD 100,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sponsorship available

Job summary

Kansas State University’s Department of Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cybersecurity. We seek outstanding candidates with foundational cybersecurity research expertise applied to areas such as energy, formal methods, cyberphysical systems, and AI.

The successful candidate will pursue a cybersecurity-focused research program and contribute to education and external funding.

Qualifications

• PhD in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or related field.
• Proven cybersecurity research expertise.
• Strong publication record in top venues.
• Commitment to teaching and mentoring.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop a cybersecurity-focused research agenda and secure funding.
• Contribute to cybersecurity education and curriculum development.
• Establish internal and external research collaborations.
• Mentor students and supervise research projects.

Skills

Cybersecurity research

Publication record

Teaching commitment

Communication & teamwork

Education

PhD in Computer Science/Computer Engineering

Job description

Kansas State University’s Department of Computer Science invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Cybersecurity. We seek outstanding candidates with foundational cybersecurity research expertise applied to areas such as energy, formal methods, cyberphysical systems, and AI.

The successful candidate will pursue a cybersecurity-focused research program and contribute to education and external funding.