Tenure-Track Assistant Professor

National Society for Black Engineers; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering beginning Fall 2027. We seek candidates across areas including solid mechanics, control and robotics, AI, and thermal-fluids, with preference for machine design.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, advise student projects and MS theses, and develop an externally funded research program in their area of expertise, contributing to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related area by appointment date.
• Ability to communicate complex subject matter to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Commitment to teaching excellence in engineering.
• Ongoing scholarly research with peer‑reviewed publications and grant proposals.
• Commitment to diversity and excellence through teaching, scholarship, and service.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate classes in Mechanical Engineering.
• Advise undergraduate student projects.
• Advise master’s students with MS projects and theses.
• Maintain scholarly research and a funded program in the area of expertise.
• Participate in department, college and university committees and activities.
• Engage in professional development, workshops, and publishing.

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or closely related area

Job description

The Mechanical Engineering Department at California State Polytechnic University, Pomona, invites applications for one tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. Applicants from all areas of mechanical engineering are encouraged to apply, including but not limited to solid mechanics, control and robotics systems, artificial intelligence, and thermal-fluids. Preference will be given to candidates with a specialization in machine design. The successful candidate will be expected to teach a broad range of mechanical engineering courses, as well as develop new courses and establish a strong, externally funded research program in their area(s) of expertise.

Responsibilities include:

• 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.

Minimum Requirements Include:

• 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, including publishing peer-reviewed articles and writing grant proposals.
• Demonstrated commitment and ability to contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through teaching, scholarship, and service in an inclusive environment.

Preferred/Desired Qualifications:

• 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

Please direct inquiries to:

Faculty Search Committee Chair

Dr. Paul Nissenson

Mechanical Engineering Department

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Email: [e-mail]