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Job Title:

Assistant Professor, Cybersecurity

 

Department:

Computer Science

 

College/Division:

College Of Liberal Arts And Sciences

 

Primary Job Posting Location:

Macon, GA 31207

Additional Job Posting Locations:

(Other locations that this position could be based)

Job Details:

The Department of Computer Science in Mercer University’s College of Liberal Arts and Sciences is accepting applications for a tenure track Cybersecurity faculty position at the rank of Assistant Professor. The appointment will be effective August 1, 2026.

 

Responsibilities:

We are seeking a teacher-scholar with a strong commitment to undergraduate education who is eager to shape the future of cybersecurity. This position offers the opportunity to inspire and mentor talented students while contributing to a growing and nationally recognized program.

What You’ll Do
● Teach undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, information technology, and potentially computer science.
● Guide undergraduate students through impactful research projects.
● Assist with advising and mentoring students, including leadership of our Cyber Defense Competition Team.
● Support our continued recognition as an NSA Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense.
● Build and sustain a vibrant research agenda that aligns with your expertise and interests.

What We’re Looking For

We welcome candidates whose teaching and research promote innovation and problem solving in areas such as secure software development, cloud, containers, automation and orchestration, ethical hacking, virtualization, cybersecurity governance, IoT, server administration, and cyber analytics. We especially value applicants who bring hands-on, applied approaches to teaching complex topics, and experience with cyber ranges.

Qualifications:

Applicants should hold a Ph.D. in cybersecurity, computer science, information technology, computer engineering, or in a closely related area. Applicants who are ABD will be considered at the rank of Instructor until completion of the Ph.D. Applicants must have a demonstrated academic and/or professional background in cybersecurity. This person will serve a key role in the offering of our cybersecurity program at Mercer University.

Why Mercer?

You’ll join a collaborative, student-centered department where faculty and students work side-by-side to tackle real-world cybersecurity challenges. From undergraduate research to national competitions, you’ll have resources and freedom to shape programs that make a difference—both in the classroom and in the field.

Founded in 1833, Mercer University is a dynamic and comprehensive center of undergraduate, graduate and professional education. With more than 9,200 students enrolled in 12 schools and colleges, on major campuses in Macon and Atlanta; medical school sites in Macon, Savannah and Columbus; and at regional academic centers in Henry and Douglas counties, Mercer is ranked among the top tier and best values of national research universities by U.S. News & World Report. The Mercer Health Sciences Center includes the University’s School of Medicine and Colleges of Nursing, Health Professions and Pharmacy. Mercer is affiliated with six teaching hospitals – Atrium Health Navicent The Medical Center and Piedmont Macon Medical Center in Macon; Memorial Health University Medical Center