Assistant​/Associate Professor Position in Cybersecurity

Assistant/Associate Professor Position in Cybersecurity

Posting Number: F2560P

Department: Franklin School of Computing

University: University of Georgia, Athens, GA (Athens Area)

Employment Type: Employee (Academic, 9 mo.)
Benefits: Eligible

Start Date: 08/01/2026
Posting Date: 11/07/2025
Open Until Filled: Yes

Chartered in 1785, the University of Georgia is the state’s flagship university and a leader in research and education. With more than 41,000 students and 19 schools and colleges, UGA is ranked among the top 20 public universities in the U.S. News & World Report.

The Franklin College of Arts and Sciences hosts the School of Computing, a growing department with 46 faculty, nearly 1,850 undergraduate and 220 graduate students. Programs include B.S., M.S., and Ph.D. degrees in Computer Science; B.S. and M.S. degrees in Data Science; and M.S. in Cybersecurity and Privacy. Faculty research spans algorithms, artificial intelligence, bioinformatics, human-computer interaction, cybersecurity, and systems.

Submit the following documents:
1) Cover letter;
2) Curriculum vitae;
3) Statement of research interests;
4) Statement of teaching philosophy;
5) Names and emails of three references. Complete applications received by 05/01/2026 will receive full consideration. Contact Dr. Gagan Agrawal, Director of School of Computing, with questions.

The University of Georgia is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, veteran status, or other protected status.

• Ph.D. in Computer Science or a related field.

We invite applications for an Assistant Professor position beginning August 2026 and for an Associate Professor position with tenure track. Candidates should have expertise in cybersecurity, including algorithmic, systems, and/or AI-based approaches, and a strong record of high-quality publications. Associate Professor candidates must also demonstrate external research funding and a commitment to teaching and mentoring.

Associate Professor rank applicants must meet the University’s promotion and tenure guidelines, which include approved tenure upon hire. Tenure‑eligible candidates must demonstrate qualifications commensurate with these standards.

Offers of employment are contingent upon a background investigation and, if applicable, a pre‑employment drug test. Details can be found on the UGA Background Check website.