Assistant Professor of Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering

CSU Careers•Chico, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

California State University (CSU), Chico is seeking an Assistant Tenure-Track Professor of Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering to begin in Fall 2027. This position is within the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management, Department of Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering and Advanced Manufacturing. The university is a comprehensive and residential public university with Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) designation, committed to recruiting outstanding candidates who embrace values of student success, equity, and inclusivity. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience working with diverse populations and will contribute to policies, programs, and practices that support an inclusive, accessible, and equitable learning and working environment. The anticipated hiring range for this position is $74,600 - $158,600 per year, commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

Ph.D. in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or a closely related field. Candidates nearing completion of the degree may be considered; however, all requirements for conferral of the degree must be met no later than the start date of the position.
Broad expertise spanning Mechanical and Mechatronic Engineering, including but not limited to modeling, programming, robotics, and mechanical/electrical integration.
Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching
Proficiency in written and oral English

Responsibilities

Teaching and course development at the undergraduate level (primary)
Develop an area of scholarship and professional growth leading to dissemination through peer-reviewed forums
Pursue external funding to support research
Mentor undergraduate students on research
Student advising
Serving on academic committees and industry associations
Supporting the Department’s industrial advisory board
Engaging in outreach and recruitment activities
Contributing to goals of the Program, College, and University
Advising capstone senior design teams, which involves working closely with students and industry sponsors