Assistant Professor in Information Technology / Computer Science
Company: University of La Verne
Location: La Verne
Posted on: April 1, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Summary Join a vibrant and diverse academic
community in beautiful Southern California! The University of La
Verne’s Department of Computer Science and Computer Engineering
seeks a passionate, innovative educator and researcher to help
shape the future of our growing Information Technology program.
This is a full-time, tenure-track position at the rank of Assistant
Professor, offering the opportunity to inspire students, engage in
impactful research, and contribute to the department’s
accreditation and curriculum development efforts. If you are ready
to inspire the next generation of IT professionals and engage in
impactful research, we encourage you to apply today! Key
Responsibilities: Teach six undergraduate courses per year in
Computer Science and Information Technology using face-to-face,
telepresence, online (synchronous and asynchronous), and hybrid
teaching modalities. Engage in scholarly activities, including
publishing in peer-reviewed journals and presenting at conferences.
Provide academic advising, mentoring, and maintain regular office
hours. Participate in departmental, college, and university
governance through committee service. Contribute to program
development, assessment, 5-year program review, and ABET
accreditation preparation. Design, evaluate, and revise culturally
relevant curricula and courses, collaborating with colleagues
across disciplines. Develop new courses in areas of expertise. The
University is an equal opportunity employer and seeks candidates
with diverse backgrounds. Minimum Qualifications Ph.D. in
Information Technology, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or
Information Science from an accredited institution ( ABD candidates
considered if degree is completed by appointment date).
Demonstrated expertise in one or more of: Cybersecurity,
Information Technology, Cloud Computing, Database Management
Systems, Networking, or Computer Programming Languages. Evidence of
effective teaching in face-to-face (On Ground) and online
modalities, with at least one year of undergraduate-level
experience. Strong written and oral communication skills in
English. Preferred Qualifications Industry experience in relevant
IT fields. Background or professional experience in Cybersecurity
and/or Artificial Intelligence. Experience mentoring undergraduate
research and engaging with community partners. Leadership
experience in program development and management. Active
participation in professional development through presentations and
publications.
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