Tenure-Track Aerospace Engineering Professor

Stryker Corporation; San Luis Obispo (CA); On-site; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Cal Poly's Aerospace Engineering Department invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank beginning August 12, 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and master's courses, develop curricular programs, pursue research, and contribute to service.

Duties include building a vibrant research program integrating undergraduates, collaborating across disciplines, and advancing inclusive excellence in

Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in Aerospace Engineering or closely related field. ABD candidates considered with proof of award.
• Ability to develop externally funded, applied research with undergraduate and graduate students.
• Excellent written and oral communication; strong teaching interests.
• Hands-on, student-centered learning and ability to collaborate in multidisciplinary settings.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and masters courses in Aerospace Engineering.
• Develop and expand curricular offerings within Aerospace Engineering.
• Build a vibrant, externally funded research program that involves undergraduate students.

Skills

Teaching excellence

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Student-centered learning

Team collaboration

Education

PhD in Aerospace Engineering

Job description

Cal Poly's Aerospace Engineering Department invites applications for a full-time, academic year, tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant or Associate Professor rank beginning August 12, 2027. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and master's courses, develop curricular programs, pursue research, and contribute to service.

Duties include building a vibrant research program integrating undergraduates, collaborating across disciplines, and advancing inclusive excellence in