Asst Professor-Information Technology

Title: Asst Professor-Information Technology

Employee Classification: Asst Professor

Campus: University of North Texas - Dallas

Division: DAL-Academic Aff & Stdnt Success

SubDivision-Department: DAL-School of Business

Department: DAL-School of Business Faculty-516100

Job Location: Dallas

Salary: Commensurate with experience

FTE: 1.000000

Retirement Eligibility:

About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) School of Business invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Information Technology starting in Fall 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching, research, and service, and to contribute to the growth of the UNT-Dallas Information Technology program. Individuals with specific interests and experience in cybersecurity are strongly encouraged to apply. UNT Dallas is the only public four-year university exclusively in the City of Dallas. UNT Dallas received the highest rating of all North Texas colleges and universities in the Money Magazine's annual “Best Colleges in America” report. UNT Dallas has achieved many rankings and accolades in our efforts to foster upward economic mobility for our students. Combined, this means a rapid growth trajectory for UNT Dallas and the School of Business. This year we became members of AACSB International. Come join us in this dynamic environment.

Position Overview

The University of North Texas at Dallas (UNT Dallas) School of Business invites applications for the position of Assistant Professor of Information Technology starting in Fall 2026. This is a full-time, tenure-track position. The successful candidate will be expected to achieve excellence in teaching, research, and service, and to contribute to the growth of the UNT-Dallas Information Technology program. Individuals with specific interests and experience in cybersecurity are strongly encouraged to apply. UNT Dallas is the only public four-year university exclusively in the City of Dallas. UNT Dallas received the highest rating of all North Texas colleges and universities in the Money Magazine's annual “Best Colleges in America” report. UNT Dallas has achieved many rankings and accolades in our efforts to foster upward economic mobility for our students. Combined, this means a rapid growth trajectory for UNT Dallas and the School of Business. This year we became members of AACSB International. Come join us in this dynamic environment.

UNT Dallas is bridging the gap between education and workforce readiness through our innovative Classroom to Career initiative. This initiative integrates experiential learning—such as internships, service learning, and project-based collaborations with industry partners—into every student’s academic journey. By emphasizing high-impact practices, we prepare students with both disciplinary expertise and the essential skills employers value: communication, adaptability, teamwork, and leadership. Our graduates don’t just earn degrees; they launch purposeful, career-ready futures. We seek faculty in all disciplines who are eager to contribute actively to this transformative, campus-wide initiative.

Minimum Qualifications

• 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.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

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.

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.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

NA

Job Duties

• 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 expected to engage in high-quality research and scholarship in their field, as well as provide instruction in a full range of undergraduate Information Technology courses, including but not limited to Digital Logic, Algorithm Analysis and Design, IT Project Management, Discrete Mathematics, 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

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

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. The University of North Texas System also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist or participate in an investigative proceeding or hearing.