Job Description Summary

The Department of Electrical and Computer Engineering at Florida Polytechnic University invites applications for an Assistant Professor in Cybersecurity Engineering with broad teaching capacity in the field and with technical interests that complement the Department’s existing strengths. Successful applicants must have demonstrated expertise in cybersecurity engineering with a focus on the human, hardware, and software interactions in systems and with a specialized interest in cyberphysical security in the areas of healthcare systems, transportation systems, energy systems (smart grid), or industrial control systems.

The Electrical and Computer Engineering department delivers ABET accredited degrees in both Electrical Engineering and Computer Engineering. The department also delivers a Master of Science in Engineering degree with a program track in Electrical and Computer Engineering. The cybersecurity engineering degree is a natural outgrowth of the hardware expertise in the Electrical and Computer Engineering department and the software expertise in the Computer Science department. The curriculum integrates core technical courses from both electrical engineering and computer science to present an undergraduate program that includes interdisciplinary project based-learning experiences and produces graduates competent in cybersecurity. The degree program follows the ABET guidelines established by Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC) for cybersecurity engineering degree programs. Successful applicants must be capable of teaching a range of core and laboratory courses focused on cybersecurity.

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to develop a highly successful teaching and research program, attract independent research funding, publish the results of their research studies in leading scientific journals of their discipline, supervise graduate and undergraduate students, and to teach effectively at both the graduate and undergraduate level. Our newly acquired state-of-the-art laboratory, specifically designated for both teaching and advanced research initiatives, supports our cybersecurity degree and initiatives . Candidates are expected to support the cyber security engineering degree and assist in the broad education mission of the department.

The appointment will begin on August 15, 2024; appointments as early as January of 2024 will be considered where appropriate.

Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATION:

Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science or a closely related field

DESIRED / PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Teaching and/or relevant research/industry experience
Demonstrated ability to conduct independent and interdisciplinary funded applied research.
Experience in curriculum delivery and development
Experience with students’ academic mentoring
Experience in program assessment and execution of a continuous improvement plan.
Active participation in professional activities and organizations.
Prior professional US experience with progressive responsibility.
Demonstrated ability to communicate and work effectively with diverse campus community.

ABOUT FLORIDA POLY:

Florida Polytechnic University opened for classes in 2014-15 and is the twelfth university in the Florida State University System. The University was created as an exclusively STEM-focused public university that offers high-value undergraduate and graduate degrees and that has intentional industry connections with a focus on economic development of the high-tech I-4 corridor. Dedicated to preparing students for the competitive STEM workforce, Florida Polytechnic University blends traditional subject matter mastery with problem solving and laboratory experiences to provide students with learning opportunities applicable to both the workplace and a career of lifelong learning. The University delivers its courses in small class sizes, emphasizes a positive student to faculty experience, and is dedicated to both its teaching and research mission.

Faculty are employed at Florida Poly via renewable, term defined appointments, codified in a collective bargaining agreement, that substantially mirrors tenure systems with reappointment and progression in rank upon completion of a significant review of accomplishments.

Lakeland, home to Florida Polytechnic University’s ultra-modern campus, is located along the I-4 High Tech Corridor halfway between Tampa and Orlando. Our central Florida community combines small town comfort with big-city culture. Florida’s High-Tech Corridor is home to 11,000 high-tech businesses, and Polk County alone has more than 600,000 residents, four universities and one state college. Lakeland is just a 45-minute drive from Walt Disney World, Universal Studios, professional sports teams, and thriving performing art centers. With no income tax in Florida, and home values increasing by approximately 10% over the past year, Lakeland and Central Florida continue to rise among the best places to live and work.

EXPECTED STARTING SALARY: Commensurate with experience and qualifications

APPLICATION DEADLINE DATE:

Positions are open until filled (or recruitment canceled). Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the positions are filled.

APPLICATION PROCESS: All Applicants are required to submit the following in PDF format during the application process: (Combine documents preferred)

A cover letter that includes how the candidate's experience and education supports cybersecurity with a focus on hardware.
Curriculum Vitae
Statement of Research Interests
Statement of Teaching Philosophy which includes the individual’s capacity to teach electrical and computer engineering core and elective courses listed as part of the curriculum.
List of at least 3 professional references (names and contact information)
Unofficial copy of the Ph.D./M.Sc. transcript

DIVERSITY STATEMENT:

Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information. Employment is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. An appointment is not final until proof is provided.

Florida Poly Benefits Information

Florida Poly qualified employees have the opportunity to take advantage of a variety of health benefits (through the State of Florida) to help meet their specific needs, as well as the needs of their family. This comprehensive coverage includes flexible spending accounts, medical and life insurance, and worker's compensation.

Health benefits are administered through People First, on behalf of the State of Florida, as pre-tax insurance plans. People First handles all new hire enrollments, coverage changes, premium administration, and dependent eligibility. Their Service Center is staffed Monday through Friday, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. EST, at 1-866-663-4735.

RETIREMENT

Florida Poly offers great options for retirement. From the required selection of a state plan to additional voluntary retirement plans, our employees have many opportunities to save and prepare for their future. Click here for more information.

Florida Poly Benefits

Perks and Discounts
Annual Leave
- To help promote work-life balance, Florida Poly provides a generous leave program, which includes paid time off and paid holidays. Qualified employees may accrue 22 days of annual leave. In addition, the University observes the holidays listed in our University Holidays policy FPU-1.008.
Sick Leave
- Qualified employees may also accrue 12 days of annual sick leave and participate in our Sick Pool Program.
Employee Assistant Program (EAP)

EXPLORE LAKELAND FLORIDA

Conveniently located along I-4 between Tampa and Orlando, Lakeland is home to Florida Polytechnic University and many other businesses and attractions. Click here to explore Lakeland, Florida.

SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:

Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.

An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.

Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.

All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.

This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute
435.04.

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