Assistant Professor - Computer Science & Electrical Engineering - Cybersecurity
Eastern Washington University
On-site
Washington, United States
Job Summary
Assistant Professor Tenure-Track, Cybersecurity College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Eastern Washington University The Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering ( CSEE ) at Eastern Washington University ( EWU ) invites applications for multiple assistant professor tenure-track positions to begin September 2025. The Department of CSEE is one of two four-year NSA National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense in the state of Washington, and offers academic programs leading to bachelor’s and master’s degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Operations, a Bachelor of Science Cyber Operations, an ABET -accredited Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, a Bachelor of Computer Science, an ABET -accredited Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a Master of Science in Computer Science. The program has recently received a significant investment by the state of Washington and is anticipating substantial growth in the coming years. EWU’s Cybersecurity Program is in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. Cybersecurity/Computer Science has 10 faculty members and approximately 400 undergraduate and 10 masters’ students. The department resides in the Catalyst Building located in downtown Spokane’s University District. This facility is a public-private partnership with the regional tech industry to create a high-tech hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. It offers our students and faculty outstanding opportunities for collaboration with regional industry and other universities. More information about life in Spokane: https://www.visitspokane.com/ All faculty are expected to actively participate in curriculum development, assessment of student learning and to engage in effective teaching including teaching practices and interactions with students with emphasis on student retention and a culture of belonging. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .
Physical Demands
Essential Functions Analysis forms (“EFA”) describe the physical and mental demands associated with our positions. If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Shelly Dehn at sdehn1@ewu.edu
Required Qualifications
A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching all levels of Cybersecurity/Computer Science coursework. Demonstrated potential for excellence in innovative research and scholarly activities. Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or research expertise outside of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Deep Learning Security Operations Center experience/expertise
Work Schedule
Schedule will vary from quarter to quarter to fulfill position responsibilities.
Assistant Professor Tenure-Track, Cybersecurity College of Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics Eastern Washington University The Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering ( CSEE ) at Eastern Washington University ( EWU ) invites applications for multiple assistant professor tenure-track positions to begin September 2025. The Department of CSEE is one of two four-year NSA National Centers for Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense in the state of Washington, and offers academic programs leading to bachelor’s and master’s degrees: a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science Cyber Operations, a Bachelor of Science Cyber Operations, an ABET -accredited Bachelor of Science in Computer Science, a Bachelor of Computer Science, an ABET -accredited Bachelor of Science in Electrical and Computer Engineering, and a Master of Science in Computer Science. The program has recently received a significant investment by the state of Washington and is anticipating substantial growth in the coming years. EWU’s Cybersecurity Program is in the Department of Computer Science and Electrical Engineering. Cybersecurity/Computer Science has 10 faculty members and approximately 400 undergraduate and 10 masters’ students. The department resides in the Catalyst Building located in downtown Spokane’s University District. This facility is a public-private partnership with the regional tech industry to create a high-tech hub for innovation and entrepreneurship. It offers our students and faculty outstanding opportunities for collaboration with regional industry and other universities. More information about life in Spokane: https://www.visitspokane.com/ All faculty are expected to actively participate in curriculum development, assessment of student learning and to engage in effective teaching including teaching practices and interactions with students with emphasis on student retention and a culture of belonging. In addition to salary, the university offers a comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, life and disability insurance and retirement. In addition, EWU offers generous vacation and sick leave accruals, 12 paid holidays per year and fringe benefits, such as tuition waiver for employees, discounted EWU sports tickets, full access to our campus workout facilities at a minimum fee and free transportation through STA buses. For additional information regarding insurance benefits please see our Benefits page: https://inside.ewu.edu/hr/benefits/insurance/ .
Physical Demands
Essential Functions Analysis forms (“EFA”) describe the physical and mental demands associated with our positions. If you would like to obtain a copy of the Essential Functions Analysis form, which describes the physical and mental demands of the position, please contact Shelly Dehn at sdehn1@ewu.edu
Required Qualifications
A PhD in Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or closely related discipline is required at the time of appointment. Demonstrated potential for excellence in teaching all levels of Cybersecurity/Computer Science coursework. Demonstrated potential for excellence in innovative research and scholarly activities. Demonstrated ability to apply a culturally responsive and flexible approach that is supportive to the diverse needs, including universal access, of our students, faculty, staff, and the public.
Preferred Qualifications
Teaching and/or research expertise outside of Machine Learning, Artificial Intelligence, and Deep Learning Security Operations Center experience/expertise
Work Schedule
Schedule will vary from quarter to quarter to fulfill position responsibilities.