Tenure Track Faculty - Information Technology/Cybersecurity (FAC)

Mercer County Community College•West Windsor and Trenton, NJ

About The Position

Mercer County Community College is hiring a full-time tenure-track faculty member for its Information Technology and Cybersecurity Program. Reporting to the Dean of Business and Technology Professions, the faculty member will prepare and deliver engaging instruction, use College resources and educational technologies effectively, and support student learning and success. The successful candidate should also be prepared to serve as Program Coordinator if needed. The position includes teaching a broad range of Information Technology courses, particularly in the Cybersecurity concentration, and contributing to curriculum and program development, review, assessment, and continuous improvement. The faculty member will advise and mentor students, support recruitment and retention, participate in College and departmental service and shared governance, and collaborate with colleagues, industry professionals, high schools, and statewide technology initiatives. Employment is expected to begin in August 2027. The position requires a flexible schedule that may include evening and weekend teaching, and work at both the James Kerney Campus and West Windsor Campus, as well as partner high schools or other designated locations. Courses may be taught in person, hybrid, remotely, online, or off campus, as assigned. The work is generally sedentary, with occasional standing, walking, and handling or reaching tasks.

Requirements

Master’s degree in Information Technology, Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, or a closely related technical field from an accredited institution. Candidates with a bachelor’s degree in one of these fields may be considered, but must complete a technical-field master’s degree within five years of employment.
Two to five years of relevant, hands-on professional experience in Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Networking, or a closely related field.
Demonstrated knowledge of Information Technology principles and practices, particularly networking and cybersecurity.
Ability to teach Information Technology courses effectively and communicate complex technical concepts to students with varying levels of knowledge and experience.
Demonstrated commitment to instructional excellence and student success in a community college environment.
Ability and willingness to teach at urban and suburban campuses, partner high schools, and other designated locations, during daytime and evening hours, and in in-person, hybrid, remote, and online modalities.
Ability to evaluate, adopt, and integrate emerging technologies and innovative instructional practices into teaching and learning.
Strong interpersonal, communication, and collaboration skills, including the ability to build productive relationships with students, colleagues, industry partners, and other stakeholders.
Ability to work a flexible schedule that includes evening and weekend teaching and work at both College campuses.
Ability to perform the position’s physical requirements, including frequent sitting, talking, and hearing; occasional standing, walking, hand use, and reaching; and occasional exertion of up to 10 pounds.

Nice To Haves

At least two years of college-level teaching experience, with demonstrated effectiveness in instructional delivery and student engagement.
Experience using a learning management system such as Blackboard or Canvas to deliver content, facilitate engagement, and assess learning outcomes.
Applied professional or instructional experience with Cisco and/or CompTIA technologies and enterprise systems architecture.
Active industry-recognized certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Security+, or comparable credentials.
Teaching experience in a community college environment.

Responsibilities

Teach a broad range of Information Technology courses, with particular emphasis on the Cybersecurity concentration.
Develop and deliver organized, engaging course content, including lectures, assignments, assessments, and instructional materials aligned with learning outcomes.
Use evidence-based and innovative teaching practices and integrate relevant technologies into instruction.
Evaluate student performance and provide timely, constructive feedback.
Support students through office hours, communication, academic advising, career guidance, and mentoring.
Foster an inclusive and equitable learning environment that respects students’ diverse backgrounds.
Promote experiential and co-curricular learning by supporting student clubs, professional activities, and other educational opportunities.
Teach assigned courses across day, evening, weekend, hybrid, remote, online, and off-campus modalities.
Lead or contribute to the development, review, assessment, and continuous improvement of Information Technology and Cybersecurity courses, curricula, and programs.
Participate in College and departmental service, including shared governance, curriculum development, assessment, committee service, meetings, and community outreach.
Collaborate with colleagues across the Business and Technology Professions Division and the broader College community.
Support recruitment, retention, and outreach initiatives for the Information Technology and Cybersecurity Program.
Maintain professional currency through ongoing development, engagement with emerging technologies, and connection to academic and industry practices.
Participate in statewide technology initiatives with two- and four-year institutions and industry partners, serve on high school advisory boards, and maintain relationships with industry professionals.
Be prepared to assume Program Coordinator responsibilities if needed.
Perform other duties consistent with a full-time faculty appointment.