Visiting Assistant Professor

The University of Akron • Akron, OH

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About The Position

The School of Disaster Science and Emergency Services at The University of Akron is hiring a full-time, non-tenure-track Visiting Assistant Professor of Cyber Forensics beginning in spring 2027. The primary responsibility is to teach advanced cyber forensics courses totaling 24 credit hours per academic year. Additional responsibilities include professional development, participating in student recruitment and events, and service to the Cyber Forensics program, the school, college, university, and community.

The Cyber Forensics bachelor's degree is housed in the School of Disaster Science and Emergency Services, within the College of Health and Human Sciences. The program gives students knowledge of cyber and digital forensics, network forensics, and ethical hacking, along with applied skills relevant to roles such as cyber analyst and law enforcement professional. The school also includes programs in Emergency Management and Homeland Security and Emergency Medical Services, as well as two training academies. Many courses across its programs are offered online and through distance learning. The school focuses on community engagement, professional training, and integrated education for in-demand careers.

Applicants must hold a qualifying master's degree from an accredited institution by the start of employment. A relevant PhD, demonstrated ability to teach advanced cyber forensics using industry-relevant equipment, software, and tools, ability to incorporate hands-on forensic exercises and procedures, and relevant industry certifications are preferred. Compensation is commensurate with experience and qualifications. Employment offers are contingent on credential verification and satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. The university expects work to be performed in Ohio.

Requirements

• A master's degree in Cyber Forensics, Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems/Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution is required by the start of employment.

Nice To Haves

• A PhD in Cyber Forensics, Digital Forensics, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Information Systems/Technology, or a related field from an accredited institution.
• Demonstrated ability to teach advanced Cyber Forensics courses using industry-relevant equipment, software, and tools, including digital evidence acquisition and preservation, computer and file system forensics, mobile device forensics, network forensics, memory forensics, and cyber incident response.
• Ability to incorporate hands-on laboratory exercises, evidence analysis, chain-of-custody procedures, and forensic reporting into instruction.
• Relevant industry certifications in cyber forensics, digital forensics, cybersecurity, cryptocurrency, fraud investigation, or related areas, especially at the advanced level.

Responsibilities

• Teach advanced courses in cyber forensics, totaling 24 credit hours per academic year.
• Engage in professional development.
• Participate in student recruitment and events.
• Provide service to the Cyber Forensics program, the School of Disaster Science and Emergency Services, the college, the university, and the community.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level