• Assistant Professor - Computer Information…

    CUNY (Brooklyn, NY)


    Assistant Professor - Computer Information Systems-2 Positions

    FACULTY VACANCY ANNOUNCEMENT

    Medgar Evers College (MEC), a nationally recognized leader in urban-serving education, is one of twenty-five colleges within the dynamic City University of New York (CUNY) System. Named for the late civil rights leader, Medgar Wiley Evers (1925-1963), the College's mission is to develop and maintain high quality, professional, career-oriented undergraduate degree programs in the context of liberal education. Located in Central Brooklyn, MEC was established in 1970 with a mandate to meet the educational and social needs of the Central Brooklyn community, The College is committed to a student-centered education and advancing knowledge through scholarly research.

     

    Medgar Evers College, part of the City University of New York (CUNY) system, is seeking a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor in Computer Information Systems (CIS). This role involves teaching undergraduate courses, conducting research, mentoring students, and participating in curriculum development within the Department of Computer Information Systems, School of Business. The successful candidate will bring expertise in one or more of the following areas: cybersecurity, database management, artificial intelligence (AI), data analytics, cloud computing, and business information systems. This position is effective for the Fall 2025 semester.

    Key Responsibilities:

    -Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Information Systems, including but not limited to: Database Systems, Cybersecurity Fundamentals, Cloud Computing, Systems Analysis & Design, Software Development & Programming, Business Information Systems

     

    -Develop and update course materials to reflect current industry trends and emerging technologies.

     

    -Engage in scholarly research and contribute to academic publications and conferences.

     

    -Supervise and mentor undergraduate students, including advising on capstone projects and internships.

     

    -Participate in departmental, college, and university service, including committee work, curriculum development, and academic mentoring.

     

    -Foster industry partnerships and help develop experiential learning opportunities for students.

     

    -Collaborate with faculty to enhance interdisciplinary teaching and research initiatives.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    For Assistant Professor:

    Ph.D. degree in area(s) of experience or equivalent. Applicants should have a Ph.D. in Information Systems, Information Technology, or Computer Science with proven research and teaching experience in any of the following areas: data science, cybersecurity, block chain, programming, networking, computer graphics, and digital media.

    Preferred Qualifications:

    -A Ph.D. in Computer Information Systems, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a closely related field from an accredited institution. ABO candidates near completion will be considered.

     

    -Demonstrated excellence in teaching at the undergraduate level.

     

    -A record of or potential for scholarly research and publications.

     

    -Expertise in one or more of the following: cybersecurity, AI, cloud computing, business intelligence, database management, or enterprise systems.

     

    -Strong commitment to student success, diversity, equity, and inclusion

     

    -Industry certifications such as CISSP, AWS, Microsoft Azure, CompTIA Security+, or PMP.

     

    -Experience teaching online or hybrid courses using Brightspace, or other LMS platforms.

     

    -Prior experience in curriculum development and program assessment.

     

    -Demonstrated ability to secure research grants or industry funding

    COMPENSATION

    Assistant Professor: $75,465 - $86,645

    CUNY offers faculty a competitive compensation and benefits package covering health insurance, pension and retirement benefits, paid parental leave, and savings programs. We also provide mentoring and support for research, scholarship, and publication as part of our commitment to ongoing faculty professional development.

    HOW TO APPLY

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    Candidates should provide a CV/resume and statement of scholarly interests.

    CLOSING DATE

    Open until filled with review of resumes to begin on April 7, 2025

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    EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

    CUNY encourages people with disabilities, minorities, veterans and women to apply. At CUNY, Italian Americans are also included among our protected groups. Applicants and employees will not be discriminated against on the basis of any legally protected category, including sexual orientation or gender identity. EEO/AA/Vet/Disability Employer.

     

    Job ID

     

    30018

     

    Location

     

    Medgar Evers College