Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering Department

California State Polytechnic University; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona's Mechanical Engineering Department invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position beginning in Fall 2027. The successful candidate will teach a broad range of mechanical engineering courses and develop new courses while building a strong, externally funded research program in their area of expertise.

Responsibilities include teaching undergraduate and graduate classes, advising undergraduate projects and MS students,

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering by the date of appointment.
• Ability to communicate complex subject matter to undergraduate and graduate students.
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in engineering.
• Evidence of ongoing scholarly research including peer-reviewed articles and grant proposals.
• Commitment to diversity and excellence through teaching, scholarship and service in an inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate classes in Mechanical Engineering.
• Advise undergraduate student projects.
• Advise MS students with MS projects and theses.
• Maintain scholarly work and a research program in the applicant's area of expertise.
• Participate in department, college and university committees and activities.
• Engage in professional development such as workshops and training courses, and publish conference and journal papers.

Skills

Communication

Teaching excellence

Scholarly research

Grant proposals

Diversity & inclusion

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering

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

Application Process:

• Cover letter in which you describe why you are interested in the position, relevant experience, how you meet the minimum and preferred qualifications, and your unique contribution to the department;
• Curriculum vitae;
• Teaching Philosophy statement (2 pages max) that addresses Cal Poly Pomona's commitment to excellence in education (see above), and includes a list of courses the candidate is prepared to teach, courses the candidate can teach with some additional preparation, and courses the candidate would like to develop;
• Research Statement (2 pages max);
• Reprints of up to 3 most recent (in the past five years) publications;
• The names and contact information for at least three individuals who can serve as references;
• Unofficial transcripts of the highest degree earned (official transcripts will be required of finalists);
• Teaching evaluations by students (if you have experience in teaching)

Finalists for the position will be required to:

• Provide official transcripts for the highest degree before the on-campus interview;
• Provide three letters of reference dated within the last two years;
• Create a presentation showcasing scholarly work and a teaching demonstration for faculty and students.

First consideration will be given to completed applications received by October 15, 2026. Applications received after the deadline will be reviewed at the discretion of the search committee.

Please direct inquiries to:

Faculty Search Committee Chair

Dr. Paul Nissenson

Mechanical Engineering Department

California State Polytechnic University, Pomona

Email: [e-mail]