Assistant/Associate Professor, Computer and Information Sciences (Cyber Security)

ADA University is a world-class government supported university with its main campus in Baku, the capital of Azerbaijan.  Baku is a vibrant and pleasant multicultural center boasting a unique blend of beautiful historical and creative modern architecture and located on the coast of the Caspian Sea.

The School of Information Technologies and Engineering (SITE) at ADA University invites candidates of professional and scholarly accomplishment to apply for the position of Assistant or Associate Professor in Computer and Information Sciencesin the framework of Bachelor of Science programs starting in the Spring and Fall 2026 semester. 

We are seeking dynamic, energetic, and entrepreneurial scholars with good research track record who have a desire to work collaboratively in an international environment looking for new challenges. Salary is contingent upon qualifications, and the hired faculty member is expected to teach undergraduate students.

Applicants in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, and Information Technology and other relevant areas will be considered. Applicants must have an earned doctorate in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or Information Technology; and should demonstrate a solid publication record and exhibit potential to establish a strong sponsored research program. Applicants must be committed to excellence in teaching at both undergraduate and graduate levels. 

School of Information Technologies and Engineering employs close collaboration with prominent universities in Europe and US offering joint and dual degree undergrad and graduate programs. Successful candidates may be able to spend time at partnering universities and take active part of the collaborative research and educational programs between universities.

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Commitment to teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students;
• Being able to teach some of the Major Core and Technical Elective Computer Science courses outlined in the Program of Study at https://www.ada.edu.az/en/schools/site/programs/computer-science  (the teaching workload is 6 courses per academic year i.e. 10 months), including:
  • Cyber Security Fundamentals,
  • Cryptography & Network Security,
  • Introduction to Computer Networks,
  • Advanced Computer Networks
  • Operating Systems
• Designing courses, developing syllabi and instructional materials to ensure compliance with the SITE curriculum requirements and guidelines;
• Establishment and design of the necessary lab environment;
• Providing quality instruction including stimulating analytical and critical thinking;
• Meeting all scheduled classes/labs and providing instruction in accordance with objectives of the approved course outline;
• Providing meaningful and timely feedback on student assignments, hold regular office hours;
• Using the university’s student information system and learning management system;
• Providing exemplary service to the university and community;
• Supervise graduate and undergraduate students’ research;
• Conducting research in interest areas of the SITE and produce high-quality publications.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• PhD or MS degree in Computer Science or other related fields from an accredited institution;
• Experience designing and teaching similar courses in the degree program;
• Experience in conducting funded research, and publications in major reputed peer-reviewed journals;
• Proficiency in spoken and written English;
• At least 1 year of teaching experience at an accredited institution, especially at the collegiate level;
• Strong commitment to serving university and society;

Interested candidates are requested to submit, preferably in Word or PDF format, attached to an e-mail message: (1) a letter of interest specifying particular suitability for the position and availability, (2) a current resume, (3) teaching and research statements and, (4) 3 professional references. 

Send materials via e-mail to [email protected] specifying the Job Title in the subject line. Only short-listed candidates will be contacted. Evaluations of applications will start immediately and will continue until all positions are filled. Appointments begin from Spring 2026 and Fall 2026.  ADA University offers a competitive remuneration package and attractive conditions of employment of high standard. For more information about ADA University, please visit www.ada.edu.az