Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Mobile Device Forensics)

Texas A&M University System • Laredo, TX

41d • Onsite

About The Position

Texas A&M International University (TAMIU), a member of The Texas A&M University System, is seeking an Assistant Professor of Computer Science specializing in Mobile Device Forensics to begin in Fall 2027. TAMIU is a Hispanic-Serving Institution located in Laredo, Texas, dedicated to advancing knowledge through research, teaching, community engagement, and public service, with a focus on student success and research excellence. This tenure-track, nine-month position includes a reduced teaching load to support research development. The primary responsibilities involve establishing an independent, externally funded research program in mobile device forensics, leading the development of the School’s Cyber Forensics Laboratory, and teaching Mobile Device Forensics and related cyber forensics courses within the BS in Computer Science program. The role also includes mentoring student research and senior design projects, teaching other Computer Science courses as needed (including introductory Cyber Forensics), supporting recruitment, accreditation, and School service, and collaborating with academic, industry, and government partners. This position requires regular on-campus presence and face-to-face interactions.

Requirements

• Hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or a closely related discipline by the appointment start date (applicants nearing completion may be considered if the degree is awarded before appointment).
• Demonstrate expertise in mobile device forensics through research, scholarship, professional experience, or a combination thereof.
• Ability to teach Mobile Device Forensics.
• Ability to develop associated laboratory activities.
• Ability to mentor student research.
• Ability to establish an independent research program in mobile device forensics.
• Demonstrate strength in one or more areas of mobile device forensics: iOS or Android forensics; forensic acquisition and data recovery; mobile application analysis; mobile malware analysis; mobile memory forensics; or digital evidence analysis involving mobile devices.

Nice To Haves

• Mobile device forensics research.
• Cyber forensics laboratory development.
• Experience pursuing external research funding.
• Experience collaborating with industry and government partners, or the ability to develop such partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Establishing an independent, externally funded research program focused on mobile device forensics.
• Leading the development of the School’s Cyber Forensics Laboratory.
• Contributing to the BS in Computer Science with primary responsibility for teaching Mobile Device Forensics and related cyber forensics coursework.
• Mentoring student research and senior design projects.
• Teaching other Computer Science courses as needed, including introductory Cyber Forensics.
• Supporting recruitment, accreditation, and School service.
• Collaborating with academic, industry, and government partners.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement benefits
• Life insurance
• Additional pay is available for summer teaching.
• Financial support for professional development opportunities, such as attending academic conferences.
• Moving expenses are covered in whole or in part by the University.

What This Job Offers

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