Assistant Professor: Powder Materials & AI-Driven Manufacturing

San Diego State University; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 111,000; Full time

Job summary

San Diego State University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in advanced processing of powder materials, with a focus on sintering science and technology. The appointment begins Fall 2027 and emphasizes collaborations with industry and across the College of Engineering.

The successful candidate will develop an externally funded research program, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and mentor students while contributing to the

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to develop independent program of research/scholarship/creative activity.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses; engage in campus and professional service activities.
• Demonstrated ability to collaborate across disciplinary boundaries and with industry partners.
• Demonstration of past accomplishments and/or future plans in two or more Building on Inclusive Excellence criteria.

Responsibilities

• Establish a vigorous, externally funded research program.
• Teach graduate and undergraduate courses in mechanical engineering.
• Engage in campus and professional service activities.
• Collaborate across disciplinary boundaries and with industry partners.

Skills

Independent research

Graduate teaching

Undergraduate teaching

Campus service

Inclusive excellence

Education

Terminal degree

Job description

San Diego State University’s Department of Mechanical Engineering seeks a tenure-track assistant professor specializing in advanced processing of powder materials, with a focus on sintering science and technology. The appointment begins Fall 2027 and emphasizes collaborations with industry and across the College of Engineering.

The successful candidate will develop an externally funded research program, teach graduate and undergraduate courses, and mentor students while contributing to the