Associate Professor or Professor of Information Technology

Overview

About Us Kennesaw State University has a long-standing entrepreneurial spirit and community focus. Located just north of Atlanta, the university operates on two metro-Atlanta campuses in Kennesaw and Marietta. As one of Georgia's largest universities, KSU offers undergraduate and graduate degrees, including several doctoral programs, serving over 46,000 students. Our high-impact research and Division I athletics attract students regionally and globally.

As a member of the University System of Georgia, KSU is a Carnegie-designated doctoral research institution (R2) committed to expanding its academic and research missions locally, regionally, and nationally.

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, KSU aligns with core values of accountability, excellence, integrity, and respect. We are seeking talented people to join our community. KSU is launching a new strategic plan for . For more information, visit kennesaw.edu.

Our Kennesaw campus: 1000 Chastain Road NW, Kennesaw, GA 30144. Our Marietta campus: 1100 South Marietta Parkway, Marietta, GA 30060.

The Department of Information Technology advances practical knowledge and skills in cutting-edge information technologies. Focusing on innovation and experiential learning, we prepare students at all levels to tackle complex digital challenges in a dynamic global landscape. Our faculty foster a dynamic learning environment that empowers students to drive positive organizational and societal impact through IT solutions.

Kennesaw State University invites applications for a tenure-track Associate Professor or Full Professor of Information Technology in the Department of Information Technology, with a preferred start date of August 2026. Rank is determined at hire and will be commensurate with credentials. This is a nine-month contract and work is in the state of Georgia.

• Teach information technology at undergraduate and graduate levels in modalities including online, hybrid, or face-to-face as required by the department.
• Develop and maintain an active, productive research agenda.
• Provide service to the Department, College, University, or professional community.

Teaching assignments will be based on earned degrees and SACSCOC Faculty Credentials Guidelines.

• An earned PhD or foreign equivalent in a computing discipline (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science, Software Engineering, Cybersecurity, Data and Information Science, Computer and/or Electrical Engineering) is required at the time of hire.

• For Associate Professor:
  Have held the rank of Associate Professor at another institution.
• For Full Professor:
  Have held the rank of Full Professor at another institution.

• CV
• Cover Letter
• Statement of teaching philosophy including how you will advance student success at KSU
• Statement of research philosophy
• 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

Review of applications will begin immediately. For full consideration, please apply by March 16, 2026.

For questions about this faculty opening, contact Dr. Maria Valero, Search Committee Chair, at mvalero
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The University System of Georgia (USG) core values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. Details are available in USG policy manuals and on-line . USG also supports Freedom of Expression as stated in policy. Links:
Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and Policy 6.5.

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