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The School of Interdisciplinary Forensics (SIF) at Arizona State University (ASU) invites applications for a full-time, benefits-eligible, tenured faculty position at the rank of Associate or Full Professor in our digital forensics program. The position will begin in August 2026.

The successful candidate will be expected to establish a vigorous, externally funded program of research in digital forensics; deliver quality undergraduate and graduate instruction in digital forensics, cybersecurity, and computer science; contribute service to the School, College, University, the profession, and the community; and would embrace taking leadership of the digital forensics program.

Faculty can participate in university-wide graduate programs. The successful candidate for this search will join the faculty in SIF and collaborate closely with faculty in the School of Mathematical and Natural Sciences to expand and deepen program offerings and research endeavors in support of advancing the rigor. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to work in a unit that values innovative research and undergraduate education equally while being housed in an R1 university. This has created the opportunity for our student population to obtain individual faculty mentorship on the West Valley Campus of ASU, which provides a close-knit residential campus setting.

About the School: SIF offers a unique approach to forensic education, offering students transdisciplinary ways to learn about how technology and science interact with law, legal systems, and legal issues. SIF has strengths in three primary domains: (1) the psychological sciences, including clinical, developmental, and social psychology, as well as interdisciplinary psychology and law; (2) the natural sciences, such as anthropology (including bioarcheology, osteology, paleoanthropology), chemistry, and biology (including entomology and genetics); and (3) information technology (digital forensics and cybersecurity). With a focus on real-world applications and ethical considerations, SIF prepares students for careers in which they shape a justice system informed by scientific evidence, and in which investigative and legal processes reflect empirically supported best practices and all people receive fair treatment.

About the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences: At ASU’s New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences, we take pride in breaking down disciplinary barriers, cultivating an environment where innovative research flourishes. Our faculty are not just educators; they are trailblazers in their fields, consistently expanding the frontiers of knowledge. We invite you to join this dynamic community, where you will lead and engage in pioneering projects that redefine academic excellence. Our interdisciplinary approach offers you unparalleled opportunities for personal and professional growth. By joining our faculty, you’re not just advancing your career; you’re shaping the future of education and research in meaningful ways. You’ll be empowered to innovate and address complex global challenges, all while preparing the next generation of leaders. We are committed to supporting and guiding you throughout your academic journey, ensuring that your contributions are impactful and transformative. For more information visit us at https://newcollege.asu.edu/.

New College is located on ASU’s West Valley campus, blending a liberal arts education with 21st-century workforce preparation and a learning hub for students of all ages and backgrounds supporting the rapid growth of its surrounding 14 communities. Integrating modern amenities with the natural beauty of outdoor spaces, the West Valley campus offers over 125 undergraduate and graduate degree programs across business, engineering, education, and the New College of Interdisciplinary Arts and Sciences.

About Arizona State University: Arizona State University, ranked the No. 1 “Most Innovative School” in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for eleven years in succession, has forged the model for a New American University. Year after year, ASU ranks at or near the top of the list in areas that matter. ASU is a comprehensive public research institution, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves. ASU operates on the principles that learning is a personal and original journey for each student; that they thrive on experience and that the process of discovery cannot be bound by traditional academic disciplines. Through innovation and a commitment to accessibility, ASU has drawn pioneering researchers to its faculty even as it expands opportunities for qualified students, attracting some of the highest- quality students from all 50 states and more than 130 nations. To learn more about ASU, visit http://www.asu.edu.

All we do at ASU is guided and inspired by the ASU Charter, which reads: ASU is a comprehensive public research university, measured not by whom it excludes, but by whom it includes and how they succeed; advancing research and discovery of public value; and assuming fundamental responsibility for the economic, social, cultural and overall health of the communities it serves.

Successful candidates will demonstrate throughout their materials how their teaching, research, and service will contribute to the fulfillment of this charter.

Essential Functions of the Position:

Establish a vigorous, externally funded program of research in digital forensics.
Build, advance, and lead digital and ground immersion degrees in digital forensics.
Create and teach courses in relevant areas of digital forensics, cybersecurity, and computer science to undergraduate and graduate students in face-to-face, hybrid, and online formats.
Advance impactful education through undergraduate research, innovative programmatic development, and culturally responsive teaching and mentoring practices.
Contribute meaningful service to the School, College, University, profession, and community, as appropriate.
Engage in regular professional development.
Foster collegiality. We value a highly collaborative community and culture that prioritizes mutual respect, support, and collective success of our faculty, staff, and students. All employees are expected to contribute to a positive and healthy work environment and role model professional behavior for our students.
Attend faculty unit and committee meetings per unit expectations.

Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

A Ph.D. or similar terminal degree in cybersecurity, computer science, digital forensics, or a closely related field at the time of hire.
To be considered for the Associate/Full Professor position, one must meet the criteria for tenure and promotion at Arizona State University.

Desired Qualifications:

Demonstrated commitment to working successfully with students from a wide variety of socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including first-generation college students.
Proven academic leadership skills and a desire to harness them to lead the digital forensics program.
Evidence of an ongoing research program in digital forensics, cybersecurity, or computer science.
A successful record of securing external funding for research.
Evidence of successful course development experience commensurate with the candidate's rank.
Demonstrated experience in mentoring students in research in relevant areas.
Interest/experience in establishing interdisciplinary research programs through collaborative efforts.
Established collaborations with industry partners and/or previous industry experience.
Experience with technology/course management systems such as Canvas.
Evidence of teaching effectiveness as demonstrated by one or more of the following: student evaluations, syllabi, peer observations, annual performance evaluations, etc.
Excellent English written and verbal communication skills.

Compensation

Not Specified

How to apply

The initial application deadline is November 28, 2025, at 11:59 p.m. Eastern Standard Time.

Applications will continue to be accepted on a rolling basis for a reserve pool. Applications in the reserve pool may then be reviewed in the order in which they were received until the position is filled and/or the search is closed.

A background check and official transcripts are required prior to employment.

For assistance with your application, please email Kristin.Warriner@asu.edu.

Application Procedure: Only electronic submissions via Interfolio will be reviewed. All required materials must be submitted at the time of initial application. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Please submit all application materials to https://apply.interfolio.com/176351.

Applications must contain:

Cover letter that addresses the required and desired qualifications and how your experience will complement existing expertise in the School of Interdisciplinary Forensics and advance the University Charter;
Curriculum vitae with contact information, including telephone number and e-mail address;
A two- to three-page research statement;
A one-page statement of teaching philosophy;
Evidence of teaching effectiveness, such as student evaluations, syllabi, peer observations, annual evaluations, etc.; and
Information for three professional references (including their positions, titles, e-mail addresses, and phone numbers); one reference must be from the applicant’s current employer.

Applicants advancing to the second round of review may be asked to provide additional materials. ASU conducts pre-employment screening for all positions which includes a criminal background check, verification of work history, academic credentials, licenses, and certifications.

Employment is contingent upon the successful passing of the background check.

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