The California State University · 23 hours ago
Assistant Professor - Biomedical Engineering (AY26/27)
SLO Area
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$106K/yr - $117K/yrThe California State University is seeking an Assistant Professor in the Biomedical Engineering Department at Cal Poly. The successful candidate will teach biomedical engineering courses, engage in research, and foster student innovation and creativity in a hands-on learning environment.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
No H1B
Responsibilities
Teach foundational biomedical engineering courses in classroom and laboratory settings
Promote a hands-on learning environment
Engage in research and/or scholarly activity
Foster student innovation and creativity
Integrate teaching and applied research functions in a multidisciplinary environment at the undergraduate and graduate level
Lead and mentor students in applied research in areas pertinent to biomedical engineering
Develop new technical courses within the candidate's area of expertise
Perform service activities at all levels of the University
Qualification
Required
An earned doctorate (Ph.D.) in Bioengineering / Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution or international equivalent
Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) will be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to or by the start of the appointment
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong interests in undergraduate and graduate teaching
Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language
Preferred
Demonstrated excellence in university level teaching and research (commensurate with time since degree)
Experience with laboratory-based instruction and/or industry experience
Experience and a commitment to working in a multidisciplinary and collaborative setting
Active engagement in scholarship and professional development
Knowledge of industry practices
Working knowledge in modern design and analysis tools
Willingness to teach in multiple areas of the undergraduate and graduate biomedical engineering curriculum
Experience working with a broad range of student populations and fostering a collaborative and supportive environment
Ability to teach courses in areas of department need including: Biomaterials, Biomechanics, Biomedical imaging, Biomedical modeling and simulation, Bioinstrumentation, Biotransport, Engineering design, Engineering physiology, Cell and gene therapy
Benefits
Parental leave
Educational fee waivers
Childcare pre-tax benefits
On-campus children’s center
Company
The California State University
The California State University is the largest system of four-year higher education in the country, with 22 campuses, 56,000 faculty and staff and more than 450,000 students.
Founded in 1947
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$8.85MKey Investors
DensoNational Endowment for the Humanities (NEH)Dale Carlsen
2024-10-30Grant
2023-01-10Grant· $0.15M
2018-10-26Grant· $2.7M
Leadership Team
Steve Relyea
Executive Vice Chancellor and Chief Financial Officer
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