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Washington State University (WSU) in Everett, WA has started a new research and education program to meet burgeoning demand for computer scientists with expertise in cybersecurity. This initiative is supported by $2 million in Washington state funding.

We invite applications for a 9-month academic year, full-time, career-track teaching faculty in the broad area of computer science at the
Assistant Professor
level. The position will be considered for a 2-year fixed-term appointment with renewal contingent upon performance.

Some specific areas include but are not limited to systems/application security, privacy-preserving computing, applied cryptography, formal methods for security, security of machine learning systems, machine learning for security, hardware security, IoT and cyber-physical systems security, differential privacy, and applied cryptography. The successful candidate will be expected to implement evidence-based pedagogy in undergraduate computer science and computer engineering education to support our cybersecurity, computer science, computer engineering, and software engineering degrees.

The job duties will include primarily teaching undergraduate courses in cybersecurity, computer science, and computer engineering; participating in the continuous teaching assessment activities of the unit and campus; effectively communicating and interacting with students; and collaborating with others within the unit, the University, or other organizations including regional partners such as the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory.

It is anticipated the successful candidate will begin their appointment no later than January 1, 2027.

Screening Date:Application review begins September 15, 2026 and will continue until the position is closed on September 30, 2026.
Annual Salary:$95,000 - $105,000 |Commensurate with experience and qualifications

In accordance withRCW 49.58.110 , the above salary reflects the full salary range for this position. Individual placement within the range is based on the candidate’s current experience, education, skills, and abilities related to the position. Successful candidates typically begin up to mid-point of the salary range.

Benefits:WSU offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes paid sick and vacation leave; paid holidays; medical, dental, life and disability insurance package for employees and dependents; retirement; deferred compensation, optional supplemental retirement accounts. For additional information, please review the detailed Summary of Benefits offered by WSU for Faculty and Total Compensation .

• Master's degree in Computer Science or a related discipline by December 15, 2026.
• Demonstrated strong teaching, communication, and leadership skills, and optionally bring real-world experience working on cybersecurity tools and systems, and experience in developing cybersecurity related curriculum.

• PhD in Computer Science or a related discipline by December 15, 2026.

May be eligible for work visa sponsorship

Voiland College of Engineering and Architecture
Department Name:School of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science
Location:Everett, WA

Full time

Washington State University encourages all qualified candidates to apply, including members of the military and veterans, and persons with disabilities.

WSU employs only U.S. citizens and lawfully authorized non-U.S. citizens. All new employees must show employment eligibility verification as required by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services.

WSU is committed to providing access and reasonable accommodation in its services, programs, activities, education and employment for individuals with disabilities. To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact Human Resource Services:  (v), Washington State TDD Relay Service:
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