Open Rank and Assistant/Associate Professor - Alvarez College of Business, Department of

Open Rank and Assistant/Associate Professor - Alvarez College of Business, Department of Information Systems and Cyber Security

Location: San Antonio, TX
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Job ID: 10608
Full/Part Time: Full Time

Org Marketing Statement

The University of Texas at San Antonio, Department of Information Systems and Cyber Security invites applicants for three tenured/tenure-track positions beginning Fall 2024. One position is open rank and the other two are focused on assistant/associate professor hires.

The University of Texas at San Antonio (UTSA)

As the third-largest of nine academic universities within The University of Texas System, UTSA is a leading public Hispanic Serving Institution, Carnegie R1 University deeply committed to student success and academic excellence. UTSA specializes in health, cybersecurity, fundamental futures, and human-social development, reflected in its urban-serving mission. UTSA fosters an innovation ecosystem that is accelerating transdisciplinary research through public and private strategic partnerships, home to a myriad of cross-disciplinary research centers and institutes along with research core facilities, and a robust system of research development to create discovery that enables innovative and cutting-edge work. With over 34,000 students supported by more than 1,400 faculty and 5,600 staff and student employees, it is the largest university in the San Antonio metropolitan and South Texas region. As one of the few universities designated as both Hispanic Serving Institution and a R1 University, UTSA is committed to both learning and discovery. UTSA is focused on advancing the educational success of many first-generation, low income, underserved, transfer, Veteran, adult learners and international students by a faculty and academic experience second to none. UTSA is focused on promoting social and economic prosperity for our region, where 63% of its students come from San Antonio and South Texas. More than two thirds of UTSA students come from groups traditionally underserved by higher education (with more than half of the student body identifying as Hispanic) and about half of UTSA students are the first in their families to attend a college or university. Additionally, transfer students comprise about 40% of UTSA's total undergraduate population. Further enhancing the already rich mosaic of our student population is UTSA's military community, which makes up approximately 15% of total students and includes active-duty military members, veterans, reserves/guard, and their spouses and dependents. For more information about UTSA, please visit https://www.utsa.edu/about/.

College

With about 8,000 students, the Carlos Alvarez College of Business at UTSA is one of the largest business schools in the nation, offering a comprehensive curriculum at the undergraduate, master's, and doctoral level that expands the boundaries of a traditional business education. Each of the ACOB's seven departments brings unique value for advancing its mission—these include the Departments of Accounting, Economics, Finance, Information Systems & Cybersecurity, Management, Management Science & Statistics, and Marketing. Nationally ranked and recognized, the Alvarez College of Business was named one of the Top 5 undergraduate business programs in Texas by Bloomberg Businessweek. At the graduate level, the college was ranked the No. 10 graduate business school in the nation for Hispanics by Hispanic Business. Faculty scholarship is well regarded, ranked in the top 100 in the UT Dallas Research rankings.

The ACOB is accredited by AACSB International, the Association to Advance Collegiate Schools of Business. For more information about the Alvarez College of Business, please visit https://business.utsa.edu/.

Department

The Department of Information Systems and Cyber Security (ISCS) consists of 14 tenured and tenure-track faculty members (including 2 adjoint faculty), 22 fixed term track faculty members, and over 31 part-time adjunct instructors. We have over 2,200 students currently enrolled.

We offer undergraduate degrees in Information Systems, Cyber Security, and Applied Cyber Analytics; minors in digital forensics, cyber security, information systems, network and data center management, and technology management; graduate degrees in Information Technology with an optional concentration in Cyber Security, Management of Technology, and Data Analytics (in partnership with the Management Science & Statistics department); and a PhD degree in Information Technology with concentrations in traditional information systems, cybersecurity, and analytics/artificial intelligence.

The ISCS department has strong relationships with the National Security Collaboration Center (https://nscc.utsa.edu), UTSA's School of Data Science (https://sds.utsa.edu), the Cyber Manufacturing Innovation Institute (https://cymanii.org), the Cyber Center for Security and Analytics (https://business.utsa.edu/academic-centers/cyber-center-security-analytics/), the Institute for Cyber Security (https://ics.utsa.edu), the Center for Infrastructure Assurance and Security (https://cias.utsa.edu).

Posting End Date

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. However, to ensure the fullest consideration, please submit your materials no later than October 1, 2023.

Salary

Salary and start-up supporting packages for the positions are competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Hours per Week

Exempt Position: 40 hours per week.

Required Application Materials

To apply applicants must upload the following:

• A current curriculum vitae
• Complete contact information for at least three professional references
• Cover letter that describes interest in position and fit between teaching and research experience and the position.

Questions about the application can be addressed to Dr. Nicole Beebe, Faculty Search Committee Chairperson, at Nicole.Beebe@utsa.edu.

Essential Functions

The successful candidates will excel at producing high-quality research and teaching. The successful candidates will be expected to participate in departmental service activities. Responsibilities include research, teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels, and program development.

Required Qualifications

• A Ph.D. degree in Information Systems, Cyber Security, or related areas (e.g., Information Science, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) (by Fall 2024 for assistant professor hires).
• Applicants with a specialization in organizational/behavioral cybersecurity, cyber AI/analytics, or network security are particularly encouraged to apply, but all areas of Information Systems and Cybersecurity are welcome.
• Candidates must demonstrate strong publication record or a potential for publishing in top-tier Candidates must demonstrate strong publication record or a potential for publishing in top-tier information systems, cyber security, or data analytics/AI/machine learning publication venues.
• The successful candidate must have the ability to work with and be sensitive to the educational needs of first generation and low-income students and be committed to assisting the University's commitment to thrive as a Hispanic Serving Institution.

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrable knowledge and experience in seeking and securing external research funding, and ability to obtain and conduct federally funded research that requires a top-secret security clearance are preferred.

Working Conditions

The primary work location will be on campus. Travel and parking expenses are the employee's responsibility.

Additional Information

• UTSA is a tobacco free campus.
• This is a security sensitive position. Employment is contingent upon a successful background check.
• Applicants selected must be able to show proof of eligibility to work in the United States by time of hire.
• Tenure is contingent upon Board of Regents approval.

EO/AA Statement

As an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer, it is the policy of The University of Texas at San Antonio to promote and ensure equal employment opportunity for all individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability or genetic information, and veteran status. The University is committed to the Affirmative Action Program in compliance with all government requirements to ensure nondiscrimination. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are encouraged to apply. UTSA campuses are accessible to persons with disabilities.


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