Assistant Professor of MIS, Cybersecurity/AI
Software Engineering, Data Science
Peoria, IL, USA
Applications are invited for a tenure-track assistant professor position in management information systems to start in August 2027. The successful candidate is expected to teach, conduct scholarly research, mentor students, and contribute service to the university and community.
The Department of Management Information Systems is housed within the Foster College of Business. We are a committed, student-centered program located in Central Illinois that prioritizes accessible undergraduate management information systems education, effective teaching pedagogy, and dedication to an inclusive learning environment.
The undergraduate cybersecurity program consists of a dedicated major, a concentration within the management information systems major, and a cybersecurity minor. The Center for Cybersecurity at Bradley University, which is housed within the Foster College of Business, obtained the National Center of Academic Excellence in Cyber Defense (CAE-CD) designation from the National Security Agency in 2023.
The cybersecurity program is known for its unique capstone course, which allows undergraduate students to perform a full-scale security assessment for a local small business client while serving as members of the Bradley Red Team. The department is currently developing a CyberAI minor which will require a new course on the application of artificial intelligence for both offensive and defensive cybersecurity.
Responsibilities:
We seek applicants with teaching and research interests related to cybersecurity, artificial intelligence, and/or business analytics. The position would teach a 3/3 load in the MIS programs. A course release will be provided for the first two years. The position would require that the faculty member assist with future course and program design. Commitment to and evidence of outstanding teaching, significant publication potential and a focused research agenda are required. Faculty are expected to collaborate with colleagues in the department and across campus on research and strategic initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Doctorate in information systems or a related field is required. Candidates near completion prior to the start date will be considered.
- The primary field of teaching and research specialization will be cybersecurity. Ideal candidates would have experience teaching cybersecurity, analytics, artificial intelligence, and/or statistics courses.
- Applicants must understand, and commit to, creating an inclusive environment and the ability to work with a diverse group of students, faculty and staff.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills.
Required Application Materials:
A complete online application must be received by electronic submission to be considered, to include:
- Cover letter describing qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae
- Statement of teaching philosophy
- Statement of research activity and plan
- Statement of their commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
- Contact information (name, telephone number, and email address) for 3 professional references
Please submit all materials at the time of initial application.
Application Deadline:
Initial screening of applications will begin on July 13, 2026. Applications will be reviewed until the position has been filled. Initial interviews will be conducted both virtually and at the America’s Conference on Information Systems (AMCIS) in Reno, Nevada.
Employment with Bradley University is contingent upon the satisfactory completion of a criminal background check. Visa sponsorship is not available for this position.
Bradley University is a top-ranked, private university in Peoria, Illinois, offering nearly 5,000 undergraduate and graduate students’ opportunities, choices, and resources to build their futures. Innovation, action, and collaboration drive Bradley students to generate ideas and create solutions that remake the world around them. Our comprehensive array of undergraduate and graduate academic programs includes business, communications, education, engineering, fine arts, health sciences, liberal arts and sciences, and technology.
Bradley University offers a competitive benefits package including health, dental, vision, life and disability coverages, FSA, HSA and retirement plan options. Bradley also offers significant higher education cost savings for employees and dependents through the Tuition Remission program. More information regarding our benefits is available here: www.bradley.edu/offices/business/human-resources/benefits.
Bradley University is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. The administration, faculty and staff are committed to attracting qualified candidates from underrepresented groups.