Assistant Professor in Residence, MIS (Cybersecurity)

Bradley University•Peoria, IL

12d•$135,000 - $140,000•Onsite

About The Position

Applications are invited for a tenure-track assistant professor position in management information systems to start in August 2026. The successful candidate is expected to teach, conduct scholarly research, mentor students, and contribute service to the university and community. The management information systems discipline is housed in the Department of Entrepreneurship, Technology and Law within the Foster College of Business. We are a committed, student-centered program located in Central Illinois that prioritizes accessible undergraduate management information systems education, effective teaching pedagogy, and dedication to an inclusive learning environment. The cybersecurity concentration within the management information systems major has been validated by the National Security Agency and Bradley University has been designated as a Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD). The capstone experience of our cybersecurity programs allows students to serve on the Bradley Red Team and conduct semester-long security assessments for local business clients.

Requirements

PhD in Information Systems or related field.
Primary field of teaching and research specialization will be cybersecurity.
Experience teaching networking and security courses.
Understanding of, and commitment to, creating an inclusive environment.
Ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty and staff.
Excellent oral and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

Teach a 3/3 load in the cybersecurity program.
Assist the Center of Cybersecurity with course and program design.
Conduct scholarly research.
Mentor students.
Contribute service to the university and community.
Collaborate with colleagues in the department and across campus on research and strategic initiatives.