Assistant Professor in Computer Science for Cybersecurity

The Department of Computer Science within the College of Science and Engineering at the University of North Carolina Wilmington invites applications for a nine-month tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant Professor in Computer Science to begin August 10, 2026.

Duties include teaching in the undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the Department of Computer Science, with a focus on the BS in Cybersecurity and BS in Computer Science.

This position focuses specifically on the technical foundations of cybersecurity, or related areas while maintaining an active research program and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students. Online teaching may be required for the position. There may be a need for online courses in the Graduate Certificate in Maritime Transportation Cybersecurity.

Ph.D. or equivalent research-focused doctoral degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Systems Engineering, Cybersecurity, or closely related area with at least 18 hours of graduate coursework closely related to the discipline required to be eligible for employment.

ABD candidates with a Ph.D. conferred by August 1, 2026, can anticipate an initial appointment as an Assistant Professor.

Selected candidates with a Ph.D. nearly completed ( ABD, not conferred by August 1, 2026) can anticipate an initial appointment as Lecturer at a reduced salary for a one-year fixed-term appointment. Degree verification must be provided before the end of the one-year only fixed-term appointment contract ending May 10, 2027, and the candidate will be appointed to the rank of assistant professor with commensurate compensation beginning July 1 of the following academic year.

We are particularly interested in scholars whose research work and teaching emphasizes the theoretical, systems, or applied technical aspects of cybersecurity, including but not limited to:

Experience teaching at the undergraduate level is preferred.

No Required Certificate or Licensure.

The Department of Computer Science offers the following degree programs:

The Computer Science Department currently has twenty-nine full-time faculty members ( http://uncw.edu/csc).

The College of Science and Engineering offers a variety of programs leading to Bachelor of Science and Master of Science degrees, as well as Doctor of Philosophy degrees in applied coastal and ocean sciences; pharmaceutical chemistry; integrative, comparative, and marine biology; and psychology degrees. The college also offers combined bachelor's/master's degree programs in information technology/computer science and information systems, computer science/computer science and information systems, and B.S. in mathematics/M.S. in mathematics. To implement its academic programs, the college provides instruction and research opportunities in the natural and behavioral sciences, information technology, data science, computer science, mathematics, pre-engineering, and engineering. The eight academic departments in the college provide courses of study in each of these areas, in addition to interdepartmental programs in information technology, cybersecurity, and digital arts. A 2+2 in engineering; and 3+2 programs in computer science and electrical or computer engineering; and physics and electrical engineering, are also offered in the college. Post-baccalaureate certificate programs in environmental studies, applied statistics, and geographic information science are also available.

CSE students work with distinguished faculty and scientists, use cutting edge technology, and conduct impactful research. Faculty-directed research projects empower CSE students to apply what they learn inside the classroom and laboratory to real-world situations and prepares them for a variety of careers or advanced study.

The University of North Carolina Wilmington, the state's coastal university, is dedicated to the integration of teaching, mentoring, research and service. Widely acknowledged for its world-class faculty and staff and continuously recognized at a national level for scholarly excellence and affordability, UNCW offers a powerful academic experience that stimulates creative inquiry and critical thinking.

A public institution with nearly 18,000 students, UNCW offers a full range of baccalaureate- and graduate-level programs, as well as doctoral degrees in educational leadership, marine biology, nursing practice and psychology; and many distance learning options, including clinical research, an accelerated RN-to- BSN program, an Executive M.B.A. program structured for working professionals, and the nation's only bachelor's degree program focused on coastal engineering.

The university's efforts to advance research and scholarly activities have earned UNCW the elevated designation of "Doctoral Universities: High Research Activity" institution (R2 University) by the Carnegie Classification of Institutions of Higher Education.

UNCW has been part of the University of North Carolina System since 1969.

UNCW does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of his or her race, sex (such as gender, gender identity, marital status, childbirth, and pregnancy), age, color, national origin (including ethnicity), religion, disability, sexual orientation, political affiliation, veteran status, military service member status, genetic information, or relationship to other university constituents - except where sex, age, or ability represent bona fide educational or occupational qualifications or where marital status is a statutorily established eligibility criterion for State funded employee benefit programs.

Final candidates are subject to criminal & sex offender background checks. Some vacancies also require credit or motor vehicle checks. UNC Wilmington participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

Prior to the official appointment to the university, the candidate(s) selected for hire must be able to demonstrate eligibility to teach assigned courses by successfully meeting the credentialing requirements based on official transcripts and other documentation as required.

Applications will be accepted until 11:59PM EST on 12/01/2025, the posting close date. Applicants are required to submit the following items in Adobe PDF or MS Word format online at https://jobs.uncw.edu/:

If needed, applicants may upload additional materials under the 'Other' category.

Questions regarding the application process can be directed to Holly Busick ( busickh@uncw.edu), while questions regarding the position can be directed to the Search Committee Chair, Dr. Lucas Layman ( laymanl@uncw.edu).