Mechanical Engineering, Assistant Professor

Cal Poly Pomona • Pomona, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona (Cal Poly Pomona) is seeking applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the Department of Mechanical Engineering, starting Fall 2027. Cal Poly Pomona is a polytechnic university known for its learn-by-doing approach and integrative experiential learning. The university is situated in a scenic 1,400-acre campus, located less than 30 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. The university is recognized for its commitment to diversity, social mobility, and student success, being a Hispanic-Serving Institution and an Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution. The College of Engineering, highly ranked among public institutions, offers 12 ABET-accredited undergraduate degrees and 7 Master’s degrees, with a strong emphasis on hands-on learning and innovation. The Mechanical Engineering Department offers BSME and MSME degrees, with a minor in Energy Engineering, and is known for its successful graduates who are in high demand by industry. The department values collegiality, inclusivity, and faculty who can inspire students through teaching and research mentorship.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related area from an accredited university by the date of appointment.
• An ability to communicate complex subject matter to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in engineering.
• Evidence of ongoing scholarly research in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through teaching, scholarship, and service in an inclusive environment.

Nice To Haves

• A minimum of 1 year of relevant professional or teaching experience.
• Professional Engineer (P.E.) license.
• Experience and commitment to student advising and university service

Responsibilities

• Teaching undergraduate and graduate classes in Mechanical Engineering.
• Advising undergraduate student projects.
• Advising master level graduate students with MS projects and theses.
• Maintaining scholarly work and a research program in the applicant’s area of expertise.
• Participating in the committees and activities at the department, college and university levels.
• Professional development such as attending workshops and training courses, publishing conference and journal papers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree