FA27-018: Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor in Computer Science / Cybersecurity Engineering

at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) in Edwardsville, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Jul 03, 2026

The Department of Computer Science at Southern Illinois University Edwardsville (SIUE) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position, primarily in support of the Cybersecurity Engineering program. The Cybersecurity Engineering program is an interdisciplinary program bridging Computer Science and Computer Engineering. The Cybersecurity Engineering program is a new program, and the opportunity is available for a qualified candidate to serve as Program Director. As part of the SIUE School of Engineering, the Computer Science Department offers an ABET-accredited B.S. degree program in Computer Science, as well as B.A. and M.S. Computer Science degree programs, and the B.S in Cybersecurity Engineering. The Electrical and Computer Engineering Department offers ABET-accredited B.S. degrees in Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering and an M.S. degree in Electrical and Computer Engineering.

The School of Engineering is committed to attracting, supporting, and retaining employees with all identities and backgrounds, and particularly candidates form underrepresented groups in STEM such as women faculty and faculty of color. SIUE faculty are encouraged to contribute to inclusive excellence in both the academic community and region through research, teaching, and service.

Salary

Assistant Professor $98,000-$104,000
Associate Professor $116,000-$126,000
Professor $141,000-$158,000

Terms of Appointment
Full-time, continuing, tenure-eligible appointment beginning August 2027

Source of Funds
State

• A Ph.D. in computer science, electrical/computer engineering, or related area is required. ABD candidates may be considered.
• All applicants must have a demonstrated interest in teaching and mentoring in computer science and cybersecurity, at both the undergraduate and graduate level.
• Applicants must have a demonstrated interest in developing a quality research program and in attracting external research funding.

Submit a letter of application that includes a research statement, a statement on teaching philosophy, a curriculum vitae, and contact information for at least three references.

Application Deadline

Application materials will be accepted until January 15, 2027 or until position is filled.

Applicants will be subject to a background check prior to an offer of employment.

Employment is contingent upon satisfying all legal requirements as set forth by the U.S. Citizensh



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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