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About the School of Public Policy at the Georgia Institute of Technology

The School of Public Policy (http://spp.gatech.edu/) has 63 faculty members and we instruct students in undergraduate, masters, and Ph.D. programs. Georgia Tech is a top-ranked public research university situated in the heart of Atlanta, a vibrant city with great economic and cultural strengths. The Institute is a member of the University System of Georgia, the Georgia Research Alliance, and the Association of American Universities. Applicants are encouraged to describe their understanding of prior engagement in, and plans for future activities to support Georgia Tech's mission and values.

Atlanta, GA

The School of Public Policy (https://spp.gatech.edu/) at the Georgia Institute of Technology invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position in Cybersecurity Policy. Applicants will be considered at all ranks. Particular topics of research and teaching expertise should include political communication (e.g., influence operations and propaganda), critical infrastructure (e.g., energy security), cyber conflict, and/or digital political economy. Candidates should be able to connect with strengths of the school in areas such as law, energy, health, urban, and science policy. Candidates are expected to demonstrate an exceptional commitment to the teaching and mentoring of students.

Job duties will include research, teaching and advising students, and service activities at Georgia Tech

An earned doctorate is required by the start of the appointment.

• The ability to promote a welcoming educational/work environment
• The ability to adopt teaching strategies that support the learning and success of all students
• The ability to engage students in experiential learning activities and pedagogy that support student success

Applicants should submit a letter of application, curriculum vitae, a statement of research interests, a description of teaching interests as well as their advising/mentoring philosophy, and the names and contact information for at least three references.

Applications will be considered beginning January 30, 2024 and will continue until the position is filled.

Requests for information may be directed to Dr. Cassidy Sugimoto (sugimoto@gatech.edu). The candidate of choice will be required to pass a pre-employment background screening. http://policylibrary.gatech.edu/employment/pre-employment-screening

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