Adjunct Faculty – Blockchain, Cybersecurity & the Quest for Organizational Trust

Organizational Trust Reports to: Director of Graduate Business Programs Position Type: Part-Time, Adjunct Faculty Compensation: $8,805 per course Deadline: Open until filled Target Start Date: July 2027 Position Overview Menlo College seeks well-qualified applicants for a part-time adjunct faculty position to teach Blockchain, Cybersecurity & the Quest for Organizational Trust Course in the Master of Science in Information Systems (MSIS) program. The course examines the role of blockchain, cybersecurity, and related digital technologies in establishing and maintaining trust within and between organizations. Students explore the technological, managerial, governance, and strategic dimensions of blockchain and cybersecurity an consider how organizations can manage digital risk while building trustworthy information environments. The course emphasizes the application of these technologies to contemporary organizational and business challenges rather than treating them solely as technical subjects.

We are particularly interested in candidates who combine academic expertise with substantial professional experience in blockchain, cybersecurity, information security, digital trust, technology governance, or related areas.

Qualifications

The successful candidate should have an earned Ph.D. in Information Systems, Cybersecurity, Computer Science, Information Technology, Business, Technology Management, or a closely related field from a reputable university. Candidates must have at least three years of relevant industry experience in cybersecurity, blockchain, information security, technology risk, digital trust, or a related field. Preference will be given to candidates with demonstrated knowledge of blockchain technologies, cybersecurity principles, information security, organizational technology governance, and the business, managerial, ethical, and governance implications of emerging digital technologies, as well as prior teaching experience at the undergraduate or graduate level. Candidates must be able to integrate technical concepts with business strategy and organizational decision-making.

They must also possess strong interpersonal and communication skills and be able to work in a collaborative and collegial environment.

Responsibilities

The position requires graduate teaching in Blockchain, Cybersecurity & the Quest for Organizational Trust, preparation and delivery of high-quality course content, and assessment of student learning. The adjunct faculty member will teach blockchain, cybersecurity, digital trust, information security, and related organizational and governance concepts; use contemporary cases and industry examples to connect theory with practice; develop assignments, projects, discussions, or other activities that encourage applied learning and critical analysis; provide timely and constructive feedback; maintain regular communication with students; support course and program assessment activities; and collaborate with the Graduate Program Director to ensure consistency with the MSIS curriculum. About Menlo College Menlo College is doing transformative work with a significantly diverse population of students, about one-third of whom are the first in their families to attend college. Almost 100 years old, this small gem of a private college – with fewer than 900 students – is changing lives and providing a stream of inspiring, diverse and capable graduates to Silicon Valley companies and organizations.

The private school offers four-year undergraduate degrees in business and psychology, and three graduate programs that leverage key areas of excellence within the College. Menlo College faculty members teach and mentor from their perspectives as scholars, entrepreneurs, managers, and community leaders. Menlo College attracts students from all over the world – young adults who are committed to learning, playing intercollegiate sports, starting and leading organizations, and volunteering in the community. The campus is located 30 miles south of San Francisco in Silicon Valley, one of the world’s most entrepreneurial and innovative locations.

Silicon Valley is renowned as an innovation incubator with many opportunities for experience-based learning. Menlo College is consistently featured in lists of America’s best colleges, including citations by the Princeton Review. AffordableCollegesOnline.org (AC Online) has brought additional recognition to the quality of the Menlo College experience when the organization named Menlo as one of the 4-year colleges in California with the best lifetime return on investment (ROI). The diversity of Menlo students is reflected in its designations as a Hispanic-Serving Institution.

Menlo is also one of the safest campuses anywhere; Universities.com ranks Menlo first in California, and fourth in the nation as the “safest college campus in America.” Application Process Submitted applications should include a letter of interest that discusses teaching philosophy and relevant academic and professional experience, a current CV, names and contact information for 3 references, and teaching evaluations (if available). Submission of materials as PDF attachments is strongly encouraged. Please submit materials to: Menlo College Attn: Human Resources Department| 1000 El Camino Real, Atherton, CA 94027-4301 Or via email to [email protected] Menlo College is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity. All prospective Menlo College employees are required to satisfy a background check, as well as clearance annually for the operation of a motor vehicle on behalf of Menlo College.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All prospective Menlo College employees are required to satisfy a criminal background check. Menlo College is committed to a firm policy of equal employment opportunity. Secret Link