Tenure-Track Automotive Engineering Professor

California State University, Northridge; United States; On-site; USD 100,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Automotive Engineering within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The candidate should specialize in automotive systems with emphasis on vehicle dynamics, controls, autonomous vehicles, or powertrains.

The successful applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise MS theses, and lead an active research program with potential for external funding.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated teaching experience at undergraduate/graduate level, in-person or online.
• Active research program in automotive engineering or mobility systems.
• Publications in peer-reviewed journals/conferences in relevant areas within the last 3 years.
• Doctoral degree required by appointment date; ABDs considered.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate courses in automotive engineering and mobility systems.
• Supervise MS theses and advise students; participate in curriculum development and assessment.
• Develop an externally funded research program and engage with professional societies.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research in automotive engineering

Peer-reviewed publications

ABET-style experience

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or Automotive Engineering

Undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field

Job description

California State University, Northridge (CSUN) invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Automotive Engineering within the Department of Mechanical Engineering. The candidate should specialize in automotive systems with emphasis on vehicle dynamics, controls, autonomous vehicles, or powertrains.

The successful applicant will teach undergraduate and graduate courses, supervise MS theses, and lead an active research program with potential for external funding.