Assistant Professor of Information Technology

Overview

Kennesaw State University is seeking a tenure track Assistant Professor of Information Technology in the Department of Information Technology. The preferred start date is August 2026. This is a nine-month contracted position for work to be performed in the state of Georgia.

• Teach information technology at undergraduate and graduate levels in online, hybrid, or face-to-face modalities as needed by the department.
• Develop and maintain an active and productive research agenda.
• Provide service in the Department, College, University, or professional communities as expected.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

• An earned PhD, or foreign equivalent, in a computing discipline such as Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data and Information Science, or Computer/Electrical Engineering, required at the time of hire.

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of teaching philosophy including how you will advance student success at KSU
• Statement of research philosophy
• Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course-by-Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire)
• Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references

Incomplete applications will not be considered.

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by February 26, 2026.

For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Maria Valero, Search Committee Chair, at mvalero
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