Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security

About Us For more than 60 years, Kennesaw State University has been known for its entrepreneurial spirit and sense of community. A leader in innovative teaching and learning, Kennesaw State is located just north of Atlanta and combines a suburban setting on two metro‑Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, Kennesaw State offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to over 50,000 students. Our high‑impact research and Division I athletics also draw students from throughout the region and across the globe. A member of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State is a Carnegie‑designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to becoming a world‑class academic institution positioned to broaden its academic and research missions and expand its scope on a local, regional, and national level. Our university's vibrant culture, career opportunities, rich benefits, and values of respect, integrity, collaboration, inclusivity, and accountability make us an employer of choice. As part of the University System of Georgia, Kennesaw State exemplifies the power and promise of a student‑centered, research‑driven university. In addition, Kennesaw State supports the University of Georgia's core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are searching for talented people to join Kennesaw State University in our vision. For more information, visit the Kennesaw State University website. Location Our Kennesaw campus is located at 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus is located at 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060. Department Information The Department of Information Systems and Security offers innovative programs that seamlessly integrate business and technology, equipping graduates with the skills to translate business strategies into effective capabilities. Our state‑of‑the‑art labs and agile teaching approach ensure that students are prepared to develop secure and safe systems, achieving career success in a rapidly evolving workplace. Job Summary Kennesaw State University is now accepting applications for a full‑time, tenure‑track faculty position as Assistant Professor of Information Systems and Security in the Department of Information Systems and Security with a preferred start date of August 2027. This is a nine‑month contracted position and is for work to be performed in the state of Georgia. Responsibilities Teach courses at the undergraduate and graduate levels in areas such as data analytics, database management, software development, data mining, and related topics. Service to the Department, College, and University. Research and scholarship in the area of expertise. The standard teaching load is 3/3. Coles College flexibly allows summer support for new faculty for up to 3 years. Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines. Required Qualifications A doctorate in Business Administration, Information Systems, Management Science, or the foreign equivalent, or a related discipline, is required at the time of hire. Preferred Qualifications A doctorate degree earned from an AACSB accredited college/school. Record of prior teaching experience (in‑person, online, or hybrid courses). Documentation of or demonstrable interest in teaching healthcare IS or related courses. Record of research accomplishments. A demonstrated potential or existing record of scholarly publications related to Information Systems, Healthcare Informatics, Healthcare Administration, Healthcare Analytics or Data Analytics. Required Documents to Attach CV Cover Letter Unofficial Transcripts (Official Transcripts and Official International Course‑by‑Course Evaluations Due Upon Hire) Names, phone numbers, and email addresses of at least 3 references. Research Interest Teaching Philosophy Evidence of Teaching Effectiveness: (e.g., summary of teaching evaluations, letter of support that attests to teaching potential or abilities, documented feedback from presentations, workshops, etc.) Upload as Additional Document. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Apply Before Date Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by September 30, 2026. Contact Information For questions about this faculty opening, please contact Dr. Mia Plachkinova, View email address on click.appcast.io. For technical support or assistance completing a job application, please contact the Shared Services Center at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. For questions about a specific job posting at Kennesaw State University, please contact the search chair listed under the contact information section on each posting. For general questions about faculty jobs please email View email address on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr AACTE Connect360