Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science

Tenure-Track Assistant Professor of Computer Science (Cybersecurity)

Department of Computer Science

St. Edward's University, a nationally ranked, independent Catholic university and Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) invites applications for a full-time, 9-month, tenure- track position as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Computer Science, beginning August 2025. St. Edward's is characterized by its commitment to the Holy Cross educational mission to educate the hearts and minds of a diverse student body that is deeply committed to social justice.

The successful candidate should demonstrate potential for excellence in undergraduate instruction and be able to teach a diverse range of undergraduate courses with an emphasis on developing and teaching Cybersecurity-related courses within the Computer Science Department.

St. Edward's University embraces excellence through diversity and especially encourages applications from women and members of underrepresented racial, ethnic, sexual, and gender minority groups. Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to supporting a diverse student body.

For consideration, candidates should possess or expect to earn, before August 2025, a Ph.D. in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Essential Responsibilities Include: Candidates should have the interest and ability or potential to teach a range of undergraduate courses and support a diverse student body.

• Teach a typical load equivalent to three 4-credit courses per semester (with an automatic one course reduction for research for new tenure-track faculty)
• Design and teach a range of computer science undergraduate courses with a focus on Cybersecurity-related courses such as Network Security, System Security, Operating Systems, Computer Networks and other special topics in Cybersecurity
• Maintain a program of scholarly activity that is conducive to mentoring student research and projects
• Academic advising of computer science students and service to the department, school and university
• Other duties as assigned

The University offers an excellent TOTAL REWARDS package! An overview of St. Edward's University employee benefits is available at; https://www.stedwards.edu/human-resources/benefits-summary

Medical & Rx Coverage - BlueCross and BlueShield (HSA & FSA Available)

Dental - MetLife Dental

Vision - MetLife Vision Plan

Short Term Disability (STD) Insurance

Long Term Disability (LTD) Insurance

Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Pet Insurance

Annual Leave & Paid Sick Leave

Retirement Plan - (TIAA) Employee 5%/Employer Match 7%

Tuition Benefits

Paid Holidays

Services & Discounts

HOW TO APPLY

Applicants should apply online at https://stedwards.applicantpro.com. Application packages should include:

• Cover letter
• Curriculum vitae
• A statement describing your teaching philosophy
• A statement describing your research interests including your plan to engage undergraduate students in research and projects
• Name, current employer and position, email and phone number for three professional references

In addition, all applications must include a statement on how they would integrate the University's Holy Cross mission into their work. Your Mission Integration statement should be included as a separate document. Any questions about this position can be directed to Dr. Ankur Agrawal, Professor and Chair of the Department of Computer Science, ankur@stedwards.edu.

Mission Integration Statement Prompt:

St. Edward's was founded by the Congregation of Holy Cross, from which it acquired distinguishing characteristics that include the courage to take risks, an international perspective and the commitment to pr