Our people are the fabric of the INI.
At the INI, we shape the future by preparing the next generation of tech movers and shakers through graduate programs in information networking, security and mobile & IoT engineering.
We believe our people—students, alumni, faculty, and staff—are our core strength. If you are committed to working in a culturally diverse environment and are willing to play an active role in making the INI a welcoming, inspiring and inclusive place for all, then we want to hear from you.
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Over 3 decades of excellence in graduate education.
Founded in 1989 as the nation's first research and education center devoted to information networking.
Did you know?
- Wi-Fi was born at the INI. The INI's first director, Alex Hills, created the first Wi-Fi campus network, Wireless Andrew, bringing higher education into the 21st century.
- We're a pioneer in cybersecurity education. INI was among the first in the nation to offer a degree in cybersecurity.
'My Heart is in the Network': INI 25th Anniversary Video
Open Faculty Positions
Teaching & Non-Tenure Track Opportunities
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Mountain View, CA
The INI is seeking faculty candidates in our core technical areas of networking, security and mobile and IoT engineering, including but not limited to: mobile computing, embedded systems, Internet of Things technologies, telecommunications, data analytics and machine learning, information security, software security, network security and cyber operations. Outstanding candidates in other areas related to networking, security and mobile and IoT engineering are encouraged to apply.
Teaching faculty play a vital role in advancing the INI's educational mission; we value candidates who are dedicated to enhancing student learning and demonstrate a passion for teaching a diverse student population.
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Adjunct Instructor Opportunities
Location: Pittsburgh, PA or Mountain View, CA
The Information Networking Institute (INI) at Carnegie Mellon University (CMU) is soliciting applications for adjunct instructor(s) to teach courses within the INI’s graduate programs in Pittsburgh, PA, and Silicon Valley campus in Mountain View, CA.
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Open Staff Positions
Director of Strategic Communications
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
We are seeking an experienced writer, editor, and leader to join our team as a Director of Strategic Communications. This is an exciting opportunity if you thrive in a dynamic and collaborative work environment and excel at leading, planning, and executing. In this role, you will lead the efforts in supporting the INI Director’s Office with departmental and business communications and media relations. You will review and edit communications efforts related to grant proposal and report writing, and demonstrate the ability to think strategically.
This position is a part of the INI Strategic Leadership team, reporting to the INI Senior Director of Strategic Engagement with a direct line to the Director of the Information Networking Institute (INI.) This position is instrumental in the planning and implementation of all strategic communication initiatives within INI. We are looking for someone who is an excellent, versatile writer and editor with strong leadership skills and the ability to think creatively. You should be flexible and adaptive, demonstrating a willingness to complete both routine and high-profile tasks with enthusiasm and energy.
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Distributed Education Technician
Location: Pittsburgh, PA
We are seeking a new member to join our team as a Distributed Education Technician in a part-time role. This is an exciting opportunity to join a fast paced, collaborative environment and work with a passionate team on a variety of projects. In this position, you will provide technical support and assistance for distance-delivered courses and events, operating embedded video and audio systems in classrooms, and audio and video post-production for various events. Submit your application today.
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Why Work at INI? Faculty Perspectives
Celebrate and honor outstanding graduates as they embark on the next chapter of their lives
Every year, faculty and staff nominate students to receive graduation awards at the INI Diploma Ceremony.
Foster a diverse and inclusive community of support
Work with dedicated student leaders from Women @ INI (WINI) and GOINI to foster a welcoming and inspiring community for all INI students during their time in graduate school.
Support hands-on opportunities for academic and professional growth
Through the practicum experience, teams of INI students collaborate with industry sponsors to tackle problems, pilot new ideas and develop solutions for top companies, agencies and organizations.
Collaborate with campus partners on innovative educational outreach and research
INI faculty and students have the opportunity to contribute to picoCTF, the largest cybersecurity hacking contest for middle and high school students, created by security experts at Carnegie Mellon University.
Culture Matters Here
We value excellence, integrity, respect, collegiality, interdisciplinarity, and community engagement, all within a diverse and inclusive environment.
Diverse community of graduate students representing over a dozen countries
Global network of 2,300+ alumni
Interdisciplinary teaching and research expertise from 4 highly ranked CMU colleges
Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
See what CMU has to offer
Do you see yourself at Carnegie Mellon University? Visit Careers@CMU to learn more.
Carnegie Mellon University considers applicants for employment without regard to and does not discriminate on the basis of, gender, race, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.
Carnegie Mellon University is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to increasing the diversity of its community on a range of intellectual and cultural dimensions. Carnegie Mellon welcomes faculty applicants who will contribute to this diversity through their research, teaching and service, including women, members of minority groups, protected veterans, individuals with disabilities, and others who would contribute in different ways.