Duties: The Department of Computer Science invites applications for a full-time nine-month renewable non-tenure track faculty position beginning in Fall 2026. The primary responsibility of this role is teaching introductory and advanced courses in the networking/cybersecurity degree options for a total of 24 credit hours per academic year.

Other responsibilities include engaging in professional development participating in student recruitment and events as well as providing service to the program area department college university and the community.

Required: A masters degree in any computing discipline such as Computer Science Computer Information Systems/Technology or a related field from an accredited institution is required at the start of employment.

Preferred: A PhD in any computing discipline such as Computer Science Computer Information Systems/Technology or a related field from an accredited institution.

Demonstrated ability to teach courses that use equipment software and tools in one or more areas of Networking and Cybersecurity including (but not limited to) Web Security Computer/Network Security Information Assurance Ethical Hacking Incident Response and Database Security.

Any relevant industry certifications especially at the advanced level such as CCNP CEH or CISSP.

Comments: Official transcripts and verification of certifications are required before employment.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability or status as a protected veteran.

Subject to Collective Bargaining Agreement Requirements

Application Instructions: In order to be considered for this position please attach the necessary documents (a curriculum vitae; a narrative which includes teaching philosophy; unofficial copies of graduate transcripts; and three professional references with titles physical addresses e-mail addresses and telephone numbers).

i. Any application materials that are requested beyond the CV can be uploaded in the Application Questions 2 of 2 section.

Compensation: The compensation for this position is commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Application deadline: December 19th 2025

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For assistance with your application or attachments please contact the Human Resources representative listed:

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Non-Discrimination Statement

The University of Akron is an Equal Education and Employment Institution. View our Non-Discrimination Statement for more information. Equal Opportunity Employer including disability/veterans.

State of Residence Statement

It is the expectation of the University of Akron that allwork performed as an employee ofthe University will be performed in Ohio.