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Duke University, Pratt Masters Programs

3471 30247
Position ID:
Duke-GSF-CYBERADJ [#30247]
Position Title: 
Adjunct Professor Cybersecurity
Position Type:
Non-regular rank faculty
Position Location:
Durham, North Carolina 27708, United States of America
Subject Area: 
Cyber Security
Appl Deadline:
(posted 2025/07/15, listed until 2026/01/15)
Position Description:
   

Position Description

The Pratt School of Engineering at Duke University is seeking a Non-Regular Rank Adjunct Professor to teach Masters-level cybersecurity classes. 

The ideal candidate will have commitment, passion, and excellence in teaching. This position would teach one class per semester in the areas of Cybersecurity in the Master's program. 

This role will have the mentorship of Pratt’s outstanding regular-rank teaching faculty and not only polish their teaching skills but also become immersed in the novel pedagogy used in these programs. 

Successful candidates will be expected to: 
  • Develop and oversee a world class interdisciplinary master’s program 
  • Teach 2-3 courses each year within the current curriculum 
  • Collaborate across department and school boundaries 
  • Develop and deliver applications-oriented courses related to the current curriculum 
  • Connect and engage with industry partners regarding capstone projects, career opportunities, seminar discussions, and participation in an industrial advisory board 
Ideal candidates would have Cybersecurity experience in either an academic, government or corporate setting. They would also have a PhD or commensurate industry experience/expertise in a Cybersecurity related discipline, such as Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering, as well as teaching/course development experience. Existing industry and or government relations in the Cybersecurity space is highly desirable. We seek staff members committed to building a diverse and inclusive community that fosters excellence in research and teaching and welcome applications from women and members of minority groups as well as others who would bring additional dimensions to the university’s research and teaching missions.


Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation, or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.


Application Materials Required:
Submit the following items online at this website to complete your application:
  • Cover letter
  • Curriculum Vitae
  • Three references (no actual letters, just names and email addresses help popup)
And anything else requested in the position description.

Further Info:
https://pratt.duke.edu/
email address
 
110 Science Drive, Teer 305 Box 90271