Offer summary

Qualifications:

Strong knowledge of software security and malware analysis., Relevant work or research experience in cybersecurity., Excellent communication skills., Passion for teaching..

Key responsabilities:

Assist lecturers in teaching an 8-week online course in cybersecurity.

Help students solve technical problems and answer their questions.

Guide students in completing assignments and projects.

Participate in online discussions and grading.

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Hiring Unit: School of Information Studies

Course Title and Course Number: INFS 681 - Modern Software Exploitation and Defense

Estimated Number of Positions: 1

Total Hours of Work per Term: 90

Position Summary:

Assist lecturers to teach an 8-week online course in cybersecurity: INFS 681 (Modern Software Exploitation and Defense). Help students solve technical problems. Develop new course contents. Participate in online discussions. Answer students’ questions. Guide students to complete assignments and projects. Grading.

Qualifications:

Successful candidates should have

strong knowledge of software security and malware analysis
relevant work or research experience in cybersecurity
excellent communication skills
passion to be a good teacher

Hourly Salary:

$36.25

Position Start Date:

2025-02-07

Position End Date:

2025-04-29

Deadline to Apply:

2025-03-04

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