FACULTY POSITION IN COMPUTER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering (http://www.cse.msstate.edu) is seeking one new tenure-track faculty member at the rank of Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor. For candidates at the Assistant and Associate Professor levels, evidence of strong potential for excellence in research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels is required. For candidates at the Professor level, evidence of demonstrated excellence in research and teaching at the graduate and undergraduate levels is expected. Exceptional candidates in all areas will be considered, and we especially welcome applicants conducting research and teaching in Cyber Security, Wireless Networks, Cloud Security, Industrial Control Systems Security, Accreditation, Authorizations and Risk Assessment processes.

Mississippi State University is a comprehensive land-grant institution with over 22,000 students and 1,300 faculty members. The university is designated as both an R1-Very High Research Activity Doctoral University under the Carnegie Classification, and also a National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Operations, Cyber Defense Research and Cyber Defense Education by the National Security Agency. The Department of Computer Science and Engineering offers a B.S. in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity and Computer Engineering. It also offers an M.S. in Computer Science and Cyber Security and Operations, and a Ph.D. in Computer Science. In the last fiscal year, the department’s research expenditures totaled over 7 million dollars.

Candidates for this position are expected to hold a Ph.D. in Computer Science or closely related field (ABDs may be considered). Rank will be commensurate with experience and qualifications. Preferred qualifications include teaching and research experience, a substantial record of peer-review publications, and demonstrated ability to secure external funding. However, recent graduates with exceptional academic credentials are encouraged to apply.

Candidates must apply at https://explore.msujobs.msstate.edu/cw/en-us/job/506635 and attach a cover letter, curriculum vitae, names and contact information for at least three professional references, and a statement (limited to three pages) that describes research and educational interests. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: MSU is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, ethnicity, sex, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, pregnancy, gender identity, status as a U.S. veteran, and/or any other status protected by applicable law. We always welcome nominations and applications from women, members of any minority group, and others who share our passion for building a diverse community that reflects the diversity in our student population.