Asst Professor of Instruction Job Tampa area,Florida USA,Education / Teaching

Assistant Professor Of Instruction

The School of Information at the University of South Florida seeks to fill a 9-month, full-time, non-tenure earning Assistant Professor of Instruction position with a start date of August 7, 2026. Salary is negotiable.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications: Doctoral degree from an accredited institution in Information Science, Information Technology, Security Studies or a closely related discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Science/Analytics, etc.) is required. Applications from individuals who are ABD will be accepted, but the degree must be conferred by appointment start date. Must meet university criteria for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor of Instruction.

Preferred qualifications: Preference will be given to applicants whose expertise and experience focuses on Cyber and/or Strategic Intelligence Tradecraft or Information Security/Cybersecurity and who have a record of successful university-level teaching experience.

How To Apply: Apply online by completing the required information and including your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. When applying to an opening you will have the opportunity to upload the required application materials listed below. Only online applications are accepted for this position.

When applying, please attach the following documents as one combined PDF:

Cover letter
Curriculum Vita
Teaching statement
Service statement
Names and contact information for three (3) references

Position is open until filled, with initial review of applications beginning on November 1, 2025.

Conclusion of this search is subject to final budget approval. According to Florida Law, applications and meetings regarding them are open to the public. USF is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access institution. For disability accommodations, contact Geneva Jones at or gljones1 a minimum of five working days in advance. This position is subject to Foreign Influence Screening. House Bill 7017 ("HB 7017")