Core Faculty - School of Technology, Information Assurance and Cybersecurity Specialization Doctoral - Offsite, Remote, Online - Faculty Full-time - 4 hours ago - 11347 - Capella University is currently hiring full-time core faculty in the School of Technology for its NSA-designated Information Assurance and Cybersecurity specializations and degree programs. If you have a PhD degree in a computing discipline with teaching, research and a publishing background in Information Assurance and Cybersecurity coupled with hands-on lab experience in Network Defense, Forensics and Penetration Testing your expertise may provide a great fit for our Graduate and Doctoral programs. Preference will be given to those with practitioner experiences and computing certifications, current research with qualitative or quantitative research skill sets. Summary of Responsibilities: Core faculty are full-time employed faculty who provide a variety of educational services to degree, certificate, and non-degree learners. Core faculty are responsible for meeting the expectations and requirements of Capella University while establishing and maintaining effective relationships with learners, colleagues, staff, and administration. Core faculty are able to perform well in all key accountabilities of the role, are nimble and flexible and expected to serve as models for all other faculty in their ability and willingness to take on essential roles and other duties as needed, within the department, school or university. Core faculty ensure that learners receive quality educational experiences consistent with stated course outcomes as well as NCA and any program accreditation standards. They provide high-quality, impactful and successful experiences that deliver exceptional learning outcomes. Capella values the capabilities and talents of its full-time Core faculty and expects continued learning and development through participation in outside scholarly activities or practice in the discipline. Among the responsibilities that core faculty are expected to perform include: teaching (online), mentor and committee work (graduate level only), attending residencies with online and face to face responsibilities (graduate level only) and contributing to curriculum development. Full-time core faculty also participate in school governance through faculty committees and may participate in a variety of other activities based upon the universitys needs and the faculty members unique skill set. Specific Accountabilities: Following are the accountabilities expected for faculty in the key areas of responsibility: Teaching and Instruction Core faculty are highly engaged instructors in the courses and residencies they teach. They are sought out by learners and consistently exceed set expectations for faculty who teach courses at Capella. Core faculty use course data to constantly improve their individual teaching performance and contribute regularly to the improvement and refinement of the courses they teach. Regularly reviews course feedback and implements change to continually strengthen performance and enhance learner experience. Doctoral Mentoring Core faculty are highly knowledgeable about established dissertation and doctoral capstone processes and resources. They interact effectively with learners, are able to develop strong relationships, and offer guidance. They have demonstrated success in chairing and serving on doctoral committees. Core faculty facilitate highly interactive dissertation and capstone course-rooms and their learners are supported to timely completion of the dissertation or capstone product. Curriculum and Course Development Core faculty are knowledgeable in the Capella course development process and have demonstrated the ability to work successfully with cross functional partners across Capella to plan and deliver high quality course and curriculum in the area of their expertise. Participates in the design development and continuous improvement of courses and course materials including course plans, objectives, and outcomes, teaching aids, competency based assessments, and authentic assessment tools. Ensures sensitivity diversity and inclusiveness in curriculum design, course content, and study materials as needed School and University Governance Core faculty regularly demonstrate leadership roles in school and university governance. They willingly assume school and university committee roles as active participants and are effective in driving the positive impact of these governance structures. They are the role models and leaders among faculty and serve as peer mentors. Professional Service and Practice Core faculty are active in contributing their professional knowledge and skills to the needs of their local communities and within their professional network affiliations. They carry the Capella Brand and mission to their local regions and communities. Research and Scholarship Core faculty stay current in their scholarly field(s) and demonstrate expertise through writing, speaking and conference attendance. Core faculty are viewed by other faculty as thought leaders and share their expertise among their colleagues. Leadership through Team Engagement Core faculty are expected to serve as models for all other faculty in their ability and willingness to take on essential roles and other duties as needed, within the department, school or university. The expectation for core faculty includes regularly contributing to departmental leadership whether it be through specific roles, active contribution of innovative ideas, or taking on challenging tasks. Core are depended on, and relied upon, for immediate and unplanned needs and must be nimble and adjust to changes as they occur. These roles may include specialized assignments such as faculty and cross functional staff meetings, commencement, colloquia, residencies, Capella-sponsored faculty development, problem resolution, faculty orientation/mentoring, web board facilitation, course revisions, etc. Additionally, some Core faculty may have certain areas of emphasis where a greater degree of leadership is expected and include such as specialized responsibilities or coordinating functions in support of the schools educational goals such as Learner Management, Research and Advising, Program Development and Advising, Field Education, Accreditation or support of B2B partnership efforts. Responsibility areas and specific assignments are based on the needs of the school and particular capabilities of the faculty member. Faculty assignments and areas of emphasis may vary significantly from school to school; however, the position is structured to ensure the faculty member is able to contribute optimally to essential teaching and related support services to learners. Qualifications: Education · Earned Doctorate in a Computing discipline from a regionally accredited institution is required. · Demonstrated contribution to the computing and cybersecurity disciplines with demonstrated and thought-leadership through publishing, committee involvement, or professional associations. · Published and peer-reviewed research in Cybersecurity, Critical Infrastructure or Information Assurance with presentations at industry or academic conferences. Experience · A minimum of 3 years teaching in an accredited Computing program; online higher education teaching experience desired. - Minimum of 3 years of supervisory or management experience is preferred · Demonstrated leadership in academia and computing practitioner setting. · Strong computing industry vision with effective presentation and leadership skills. · Demonstrated experience teaching, leading, developing and maintaining lab environments that include Capture the Flag events. · Effective mentorship of doctoral learners through qualitative or quantitative research skill sets. Variety and Complexity of Work Expected: - Developing single course content, translating subject matter, and facilitating complex learning in a web-based environment - Resolving learner/academic focused problems relative to achievement of academic goals; requires independent judgment and decision making - Managing full instructional load plus some administrative responsibilities - Managing faculty advising functions as needed by the school and/or program - Responsibilities are generally not prescribed and have broad parameters that will lead to the mastery of the subject matter and application or practice of learned proficiencies in the professional field - Positively impacts learner retention and learner success - Willingness to teach courses and residencies for which they have not yet taught but are consistent with faculty member expertise - Acts under general guidance and collegial consultation regarding development of course content and providing constructive input regarding university practices Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge - Extensive knowledge of academic discipline and educational standards - Understanding of Capella University and school philosophy, policies, guidelines and practices - Knowledge of adult learning theory and practices such as development of learning contracts, collaborative learning, and active learning strategies Assessment - Exceptional ability to assess learning through feedback, coaching, and interpersonal skills - Ability to develop/maintain curriculum and assessment in online environment - Ability to teach/advise and assess at appropriate level - Demonstrated ability to identify/determine alternatives to resolve complex problems Community - Ability to consistently contribute to Capellas community of spirit, trust, interaction, and learning. - Acts in ways that support an environment of continuous improvement and a positive learner experience - Operates from a clear sense of well-developed personal values and standards demonstrating integrity, honesty, and authenticity in all actions Learner-Focus - Demonstrates complete understanding of learner accommodating unique needs and expertise of each learner - Provides support and opportunity for the learner to continually deepen his or her understanding of individual purpose and pursue it through educational experiences - Demonstrates a commitment to meeting the expectations and requirements of a diversity of learners - Is attentive to at risk learners following established case management protocols and reaching out to appropriate school staff Course Management Skills - Excellent course management skills - Use of technology in teaching and learning in an online environment - Microsoft Office products and web fluency Performance Criteria: Core faculty will be assessed based upon their demonstration of personal drive to accomplish goals and consistently meet expectations. Performance criteria includes the following (depending upon the type of activities assigned). Evidence of high quality learner interactions as demonstrated through: - Adhering to course room set up procedures and establishes rapport with learners - Facilitating course discussions ensuring active participation among learners creating entries at least 3-6 days per week

• Responding to learner inquiries within 24-48 hours - Assessing learner assignments and engagement in a timely manner consistent with university and program requirements - Reporting at-risk learners to appropriate school staff and follows case management protocols - End of course evaluations Appropriately meets qualitative standards: - Quality of teaching - Quality of mentoring - Quality of residency involvement - Contributions to the specialization/school or university - Demonstrates active interest in ones performance and is responsive to feedback - Disciplinary expertise as relevant to Capella needs - Ability to manage a breadth and depth of work activities and responsibilities: - Demonstrates a breadth of capability across a variety of learning activities - Demonstrates flexibility in managing workload - Achieves quality learning outcomes - Makes case management recommendations as necessary Location Many of our positions, including this role, are designed to be remote "home office" settings. Employees working out of a home office are responsible for providing an appropriate and safe office space, office furniture and organization, communication tools, and related items. These include: - arranging for high speed internet connection, printer and a dedicated phone line for business use. Specifics regarding expense coverage and reimbursement vary based on individual position categories. Capella will not provide office equipment or on-site set up assistance. - the environment must be free from distractions and enable a highly productive and professional work environment. - as with on-site positions, our off-site positions require that the majority of the time will be spent using a telephone, PC and monitors. - any and all daycare arrangements must be made so that employees are not working while providing care for children or other family members at home. - there are minimal lifting requirements unless otherwise noted. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) act applies to work performed by an employee in any workplace within the United States, including a workspace located in an employees home. All employees are responsible for complying with the OSHA act and with safety and health standards. About Capella Capella University is an online university built on graduate degrees, with more than 36,000 students throughout the U.S. and in other countries. Founded in 1993 to provide advanced educational opportunities for working professionals, Capella has become a national leader in online education, offering bachelor's, master's, and doctoral programs. The university's success is built upon a culture that promotes human potential, achievement, innovation, integrity, collaboration, and teamwork. Capella Education Company (CPLA), parent company of Capella University, is publicly traded on the NASDAQ. Capella Education Company was named to the Inc. 500 Hall of Fame for being listed as one of the nation's fastest-growing companies for 7 consecutive years. Capella University is accredited by The Higher Learning Commission. The Higher Learning Commission is among the 6 regional accrediting bodies recognized by the U.S. Department of Education. Regional bodies accredit colleges and universities; national bodies accredit trade and vocational schools. Higher Learning Commission contact information: https://www.hlcommission.org, 800.621.7440 Equal Employment Opportunity Capella is committed to the development of a multicultural environment. We seek greater diversity in our faculty and staff to broaden our academic experience and to reflect the diversity within our learner community. We value the input of multiple viewpoints and perspectives across the university and our corporate offices. Our goal is to create academic and business communities that are rich with cultural, social and intellectual diversity. Capella is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Disabled and Protected Veteran employer. Visit the link below to access the EEO is the Law poster. http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf Stay Connected with Capella Careers!