Assistant Professor of Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering/Cybersecurity

Universities of Wisconsin • Menomonie, WI

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About The Position

UW-Stout Polytechnic invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering/Cybersecurity, with an anticipated start date of August 23, 2027. The position seeks an enthusiastic faculty member committed to inclusive and equitable academic environments, high-quality undergraduate teaching, and research. The successful candidate will contribute to the CNIE and Cybersecurity undergraduate programs and participate in research at a department recognized for excellence and inclusivity.

As a polytechnic university, UW-Stout Polytechnic supports applied learning and research, business and industry collaboration, and career-focused experiences. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, typically carrying a 24-credit annual teaching load (12 credits per semester); engage in curriculum development, research, and scholarly activities; advise students; collaborate with industry partners; contribute to assessment, accreditation, and continuous improvement; and provide department and university service.

This announcement is concurrent with a Lecturer announcement for the same discipline. One vacancy will be filled at either the Assistant Professor (tenure-track) or Lecturer (non-tenure-track) rank, depending on the finalist’s qualifications. A doctoral degree is required for tenure.

Requirements

• By the employment start date, hold an earned doctoral degree, or a master’s degree and ABD status in a doctoral program, in Computer Networking, Cybersecurity, Information Technology, or a closely related field. A doctoral degree is required for tenure.
• Commitment to teaching undergraduate courses in Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering and Cybersecurity.

Nice To Haves

• Evidence of effective teaching and/or potential for teaching excellence at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Three or more years of relevant hands-on industry experience in computer networking, cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related area, including one or more areas such as wireless technologies, incident response, disaster recovery, penetration testing, or firewall technologies.
• At least one current industry-recognized certification in computer networking, cybersecurity, information technology, or a closely related area, such as CCNA or CCNP, or the ability and willingness to obtain such a certification after hire.
• Evidence of effective collaboration with students, faculty, staff, and/or external partners.
• Evidence of scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses, especially courses supporting the BS in Computer Networking & Infrastructure Engineering and BS in Cybersecurity programs. The typical teaching load is 24 credits per academic year, or 12 credits per semester.
• Engage in curriculum development, research, and scholarly activities.
• Provide academic advisement to students in the BS CNIE and BS Cybersecurity programs.
• Collaborate with industry partners to maintain and develop new opportunities for students.
• Contribute with faculty and staff to course and program assessment of student learning, accreditation, and continuous improvement processes.
• Provide service to the department and university and perform other duties as assigned by the department chair.

Benefits

• Competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience.
• An excellent benefits package, including participation in the Wisconsin State retirement plan.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree