Assistant Professor - Tenure Track Mechatronics - AY 25/26
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About The Position
The Mechanical Engineering (ME) Department at California Polytechnic State University in San Luis Obispo is seeking applications for a full-time, tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Mechatronics, starting in Fall 2025. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and collaboratively developing undergraduate and master's level courses in mechatronics, system dynamics, and controls. This role also involves pursuing research with undergraduate and master's students in their area of interest and providing service to the department, university, and community. Cal Poly emphasizes a hands-on approach to mechatronics, focusing on hardware-software interaction and electro-mechanical systems, making this position ideal for candidates passionate about undergraduate education and innovative teaching methodologies. The Mechanical Engineering program at Cal Poly is highly regarded, with a strong emphasis on laboratory-intensive, hands-on learning. Faculty members are expected to engage in scholarly work of high quality, evidenced by external peer review, while also demonstrating strong pedagogic skills. The department values teaching excellence and offers small class sizes, allowing for personalized instruction and interaction with students. Faculty are encouraged to participate in service activities at all levels of the university, contributing to a vibrant academic community. Cal Poly is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, and candidates are expected to demonstrate a commitment to these values through their teaching, scholarship, and service. The university provides a supportive environment for faculty to develop their research programs and mentor students, with additional resources available for those focusing on DEI initiatives. The anticipated salary range for this position is $106,000 - $118,000 per year, commensurate with education and experience.
