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San José State University · 3 months ago

Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering - Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center

San Jose, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$102K/yr - $126K/yr

San José State University is a leading public university located in Silicon Valley, and they are seeking an Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering to join their team. The role involves teaching undergraduate and graduate courses, conducting research in wildfire science, and collaborating with the Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center to seek funding and develop innovative solutions for wildfire management.

Education

No H1B

Responsibilities

The candidate will teach graduate and undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering and other areas consistent with their professional interests. The instructional responsibilities also include preparation of classes, assessment of course learning outcomes, and development of pedagogical improvements

The candidate will conduct research in their area of expertise, publish results in reputable peer-reviewed journals, generate grants, and supervise student research

The candidate will actively work with other faculty at SJSU Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center to seek funding and conduct research related to wildfire science and management

The candidate will participate in shared governance, usually in department, college, and university committees and other service assignments

Faculty shall organize all their classes within the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS)

The candidate must demonstrate awareness and experience in understanding the needs of a student population of great diversity – in age, abilities, cultural background, ethnicity, religion, economic background, primary language, sexual orientation, gender identity, and academic preparation – through inclusive course materials, teaching strategies, and advisement

Qualification

In Mechanical EngineeringTeaching thermo-fluids coursesResearch in wildfire sciencePublication track recordFunding acquisition experienceCollaborative project experienceCommunication skillsInterpersonal skillsProject supervision experience

Required

PhD in Mechanical Engineering or relevant field by the time of the appointment

Ability to teach & develop courses in the thermo-fluids area for Mechanical Engineering students at both undergrad and graduate levels

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Applicants should demonstrate an awareness of and sensitivity to the educational goals of a socially and economically diverse student population as might have been gained in cross-cultural study, training, teaching, and other comparable experience