The Turner College of Business at Columbus State University invites applications for a faculty position (rank is open) in Cybersecurity. The start date for this position is August 1, 2019.
Responsibilities
Responsibilities will include: developing and delivering quality instruction in the College's cybersecurity degree programs; recruiting and mentoring students; participating in university and community service; and collaborating on teams to secure and deliver grants. All CSU professors must commit to and engage in active learning.
Required Qualifications
Minimum qualifications include a Master's degree (PhD preferred) in Cybersecurity or a closely related field and recent industry experience in Cybersecurity. The successful candidate will be expected to engage in practices that support the University's focus on student engagement, problem solving, and active learning. Candidates with interests in any field of Cybersecurity are encouraged to apply. Candidates with a background and/or experience in FinTech are preferred.
Required Documents to Attach
Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position has been filled. Applications for part-time and full-time faculty positions must include transcripts of all academic work, and official transcripts must be presented prior to campus visit if selected for interview. Applicants must have the ability to meet Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) requirements, in particular a minimum of 18 graduate hours in the teaching discipline. Columbus State University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, Committed to Diversity in Hiring.
Required Documents to Submit with Online Application:
- Cover Letter/Letter of Application
- Curriculum Vitae (Must detail academic preparation and industry experience in Cybersecurity)
- Unofficial Transcripts (Official transcripts from all institutions attended must be received prior to campus visit)
- Statement of Teaching Philosophy
- Three references with emails and current telephone numbers
All applications and required documents must be submitted using the Columbus State University's online employment site.
About Us
Columbus State University provides a creative, deeply personal and relevant college experience. The University aspires to have faculty and staff reflect the rich diversity of its student body and the Columbus region. Serving the Southeast while attracting students from around the world, Columbus State thrives on community partnerships to deliver excellence for students who want to achieve personal and professional success in an increasingly global environment. Students at Columbus State University find success in a learning environment that both challenges and mentors them. Our academic mission is to engage students in acquiring the knowledge, skills, and values necessary to thrive in, and contribute to, a pluralistic, complex world. Just 100 miles southwest of Atlanta, Columbus State University is a proud member of the University System of Georgia, enrolling more than 8,400 students in a wide variety of degree programs, from online degrees to a doctorate in education. Among public regional universities in the South, Columbus State University recently ranked No. 46 in the "Best Colleges" rankings by U.S. News & World Report and No. 1 in the "Best Online Colleges in Georgia" for providing the best opportunities and value for students seeking online training and educational programs by the Affordable Colleges Online.
Columbus State University has a nationally recognized track record of partnership and outreach through efforts such as the Cunningham Center for Leadership Development, Coca-Cola Space Science Center, Oxbow Meadows Environmental Learning Center, and its own residence - the Spencer House - in Oxford, England. The University has two primary campus locations in Columbus, Georgia: the original campus on 150 acres in midtown Columbus and a beautiful campus in historic downtown Columbus overlooking the Chattahoochee River. The Columbus region, with more than 350,000 residents, is home to world-class enterprises such as Aflac, Synovus, W.C. Bradley Company, TSYS and Ft. Benning, the U.S. Army's Maneuver Center of Excellence headquarters. For additional information about the University visit our website at www.ColumbusState.edu.
Inclusion is one of Columbus State University's values. The 2018-2023 Strategic Plan specifically states that we will work "to attain a level of diversity among faculty and staff that more closely reflects the student population." The range of diverse students at CSU is reflected by the diverse student organizations, including Collegiate 100 Men of CSU, Collegiate Women of Columbus State University, Minority Association of Premedical/Prehealth Students, Pride +, CHispA, and others.
Contact Information
If you have any questions, please contact Dr.John Finley, Turner College of Business, Columbus State University, 4225 University Avenue, Columbus, GA 31907; or email to finley_john@columbusstate.edu.
Conditions of Employment
A successful criminal background check will be required as a condition of employment.
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