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California State University, Northridge · 2 months ago

Assistant Professor of Automotive Systems Engineering - Department of Mechanical Engineering #26-07

Northridge, CA

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$105K/yr - $110K/yr

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in systems engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in automotive systems and lead research in areas such as advanced vehicle propulsion systems and vehicle automation.

EducationHigher EducationUniversities

Culture & Values

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in automotive systems engineering

Supervise MS theses and provide academic and professional advisement to both undergraduate and graduate students

Develop and lead an effective research program in areas such as advanced vehicle propulsion systems, the design and integration of complex automotive systems, or vehicle automation

Initiate and maintain creative scholarly activities, as well as an externally funded research program

Participate in curriculum development, assessment, accreditation, and other departmental activities

Involve in professional and student organizations (e.g., ASME, ASEE)

Conduct weekly office hours, attend faculty meetings, and participate in assessment of student learning

Provide service to the department, college, and university

Qualification

Ph.D. in Mechanical EngineeringAutomotive Systems EngineeringVehicle DynamicsResearch PublicationsCollege Teaching ExperienceCulturally Responsive PedagogyStudent-Centered LearningPost-doctoral ExperienceGrant Funding ExperienceDiversity Engagement

Required

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Automotive Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution (Doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment)

An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution

College or University-level teaching experience in-person or online

Demonstration of teaching at undergraduate and/or graduate levels in the area of automotive systems engineering, vehicle dynamics, machine design, manufacturing, and related fields

Demonstration of research in automotive systems engineering, vehicle dynamics, machine design, manufacturing, and related fields

Evidence of research publications in the areas mentioned in peer-reviewed journals and/or conference proceedings within the past three years

Preferred

Evidence of effective engagement OR potential to engage with a diverse student body

Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students

Experience creating a student-centered learning environment

Research/Lab experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds

Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring

Academic (teaching or research) experience at an ABET-accredited institution

Post-doctoral or industry experience

A record of receiving grant funding OR potential for receiving external funding from government agencies, private companies, and/or scientific societies