Information Security and Digital Forensics Assistant Professor

Information Security and Digital Forensics

JOB SUMMARY: This position is open to a specialist in all areas of information security and digital forensics, who is able to contribute to the teaching of practical and professional skills (for example, digital forensics, cyber security, penetration testing etc.) 

Educational Qualifications and Professional Experience

Assistant Professor

    •Must have a PhD in Computer Science or related discipline from an accredited University.
    •At least three (3) years teaching experience at the rank of Lecturer or five (5) years of equivalent professional experience at the University or an equivalent institution.
    •Must have published at least four (4) papers in peer-referred journal articles and/or book chapters.
    •Evidence of supervision of undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, theses and/ or dissertations.

Key Responsibilities

Reporting to the Dean of their respective School, the successful candidates will be required to shoulder the following key responsibilities:

•Teach at undergraduate/graduate level in the specialized area.
•Support and mentor students in their career endeavors.
•Participate in curriculum development activities to ensure that the programs are up-to-date and marketable.
•Participate in program assessment and reviews.
•Engage in research in one’s area of expertise.
•Engage in service to the University, the profession and to the community.
•Perform any other duties as may be assigned from time to time.

Skills

    •Good computer skills
    •Good administrative skills
    •Good communication skills

Competencies

    •Be self-motivated and highly-disciplined

Interested applicants must provide a cover letter and a current CV, certified copies of educational certificates and transcripts, names and addresses of three referees, current salary and benefits, telephone and e-mail contacts to the address below by: Wednesday, 12th August, 2015.

USIU-Africa is an equal opportunity employer