Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Program Director for Cybersecurity

Position Overview:

Now Hiring! Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Program Director for Cybersecurity
📍 Location: Department of Computer Science
🕒 Schedule: M-F: hours and days are dependent on class schedule
💰 Pay: $85,000-$100,000 annual salary + $7500 Additional Director Pay
📄 Position Type: 10-month, long-term, tenure-track faculty appointment

Why Join Canisius University:

Canisius University serves approximately 2,500 undergraduate and graduate students. As a Catholic and Jesuit University, Canisius has its foundation in the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice. Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity. The University is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students.

What We Offer:

✅ Salary: $85,000-$100,000 annual salary, commensurate with experience + $7,500 Additional Director Pay

✅ Comprehensive Insurance Benefits – Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Long-Term Disability available the first of the month after the employee’s date of hire
✅ 403(b) with Company Contribution – Plan for your future with confidence – contribution from the university is available after one year of employment
✅ Tuition Benefits – Available for full-time employees and their qualified dependents

*Please note that the compensation information is a good faith estimate of the base pay for this position. The selected candidate’s compensation package for this position will be provided during the interview process.

Your Role as Assistant Professor of Computer Science & Program Director for Cybersecurity:

The Department of Computer Science at Canisius University invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position to begin in Spring 2026 or Fall 2026. This is a 10-month, long-term, tenure-track faculty appointment that also includes serving as the Program Director for Cybersecurity.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate courses in Computer Science and graduate-level Cybersecurity courses.
• Lead curriculum development and develop new courses that reflect emerging technologies and industry trends for the cybersecurity program.
• Advise and mentor students.
• Provide opportunities for student research projects.
• Support and grow partnerships with industry and educational institutions.
• Conduct program assessment and contribute to continuous improvement efforts.
• Review Cybersecurity student applications.
• Provide service to the department, university, and broader community.
• Coordinate with admissions and marketing to support program promotion and enrollment.
• Recruit, hire, and manage adjunct faculty teaching in the cybersecurity program.
• Attend department, school, division, and director meetings as needed.
• Manage cybersecurity lab, its computers and its server.

What You Need to Succeed:

✔ Qualifications:

• A doctorate in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field, completed by the time of appointment or within one year of hire is preferred.
• Candidates who hold an MS in Computer Science, Cybersecurity, or a closely related field with professional experience will also be considered.
• Professional experience and/or clear research agenda evident through peer-reviewed scholarship.
• Demonstrated teaching experience, preferably at the undergraduate and/or graduate level.
• Familiarity with industry trends, workforce demands, and job skill requirements in the computing and cybersecurity fields.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are essential.
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Important Information:

Canisius University participates in E-Verify to confirm employment authorization. The E-Verify process is completed alongside the Form I-9 on or before your first day of work. For more details, visit ] and search "E-Verify."

📢 Apply Today!

To apply, please go to to submit the following application materials. The review of applications begins immediately and will continue until the position is filled. *Applicants who do not submit all materials listed will not be considered for the position.

• Cover Letter outlining relevant experience
• Curriculum vitae
• Unofficial transcripts
• Statement of teaching philosophy
• Sample of one course that you taught or designed (if available)
• Sample course evaluations (if available)
• Research statement (if available)
• Names, titles and email addresses for three professional references.

The Office of Human Resources at Canisius University utilizes an online recruitment management system.

Individuals who need reasonable accommodation under the ADA in order to participate in the search process should contact the office of human resources at (716) 888-2240.

Canisius University, a Catholic and Jesuit University, has as its foundation the fundamental values of academic excellence, leadership, faith and social justice. Canisius is committed to educating and preparing men and women to become leaders in their professions and their communities, and in service to humanity. The university is an equal opportunity employer committed to recruiting, supporting, and fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff and students.

Take the next step in your career with Canisius University—where excellence meets opportunity.

Posted Range: USD $85,000.00 - USD $100,000.00 /Yr.