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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Assistant Professor - Information Technology (Cybersecurity Specialization) - **Company:** University of North Texas - **Location:** Dallas, TX, United States (Remote available) - **Contract:** Internship / Graduate position - **Skills:** Cloud Computing Security, Cyber Security, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Computer Forensics, Network Administration, Information Technology - **Published:** July 23, 2026 - **Apply:** https://jobs.localjobnetwork.com/apply/add/85808204/1 ## About the Role * A doctoral degree (ABD will be considered) in Information Technology or Computer Science. * Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in Information Technology and Computer Science. * Demonstrated effective writing and verbal communication skills. * Experience using technology in teaching and experience teaching in multiple modalities (hybrid, online, and face-to-face). * Experience as a lecturer or similar university position. * Evidence of significant academic research and/or applied experience in Information Technology or Computer Science., * A doctoral degree in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related discipline. * Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate courses in Cybersecurity, Information Technology, and Computer Science. * Demonstrated effective writing and verbal communication skills. * Experience using technology in teaching and experience teaching in multiple modalities (hybrid, online, and face-to-face) * Evidence of significant academic research and/or applied experience in Cybersecurity. Preferred Qualifications * Academic experience working on a campus with culturally diverse students, staff, and faculty. * Experience in developing both face-to-face and online courses. * Experience in curriculum development and program assessment. ## Description This position is responsible for teaching four (4) courses per semester and participating in service activities such as program development, course development, program assessment, program accreditation, and committee leadership. The successful applicant will be the inaugural cybersecurity professor at UNT Dallas and will be expected to engage in high-quality research and scholarship in their field, as well as provide instruction in a full range of undergraduate Cybersecurity and Information Technology courses, including but not limited to Foundations of Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Cloud Security, Computer Forensics, Computer Networks, and Programming., * This position is responsible for teaching four (4) courses per semester and participating in service activities such as program development, course development, program assessment, program accreditation, and committee leadership. * The successful applicant will be the inaugural cybersecurity professor at UNT Dallas and will be expected to engage in high-quality research and scholarship in their field, as well as provide instruction in a full range of undergraduate Cybersecurity and Information Technology courses, including but not limited to Foundations of Cybersecurity, Network Administration, Cloud Security, Computer Forensics, Computer Networks, and Programming. Physical Requirements * Communicating with others to exchange information. * Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing. Environmental Hazards * No adverse environmental conditions expected. Work Schedule Monday to Friday 8-5 on campus with flexible work arrangement available and the possibility of occasional remote work, The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit -- and takes actions to prevent -- discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking) and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities, facilities and employment practices. The University of North Texas System promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. 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