Tenure-Track Mechanical & Aerospace Engineer — Design

California State University, Long Beach; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The position is tenure-track, with a Fall 2027 start, and requires a Ph.D.

in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering plus a strong research and teaching trajectory. The department seeks a scholar who will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in design, materials, and manufacturing, supervise projects and theses, and pursue external funding while contributing to

Qualifications

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or related field; degree expected by Aug 1, 2027.
• Specialization in design, materials, and manufacturing.
• Experience with project-based and hands-on learning.
• Experience teaching and mentoring undergraduate and graduate students.
• Evidence of research, scholarly activities, and potential for external funding.
• Commitment to working with a diverse student population.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergrad and grad courses in design, materials, or manufacturing.
• Develop or update courses and laboratories.
• Supervise student research, projects, and theses.
• Pursue external research funding through grants and contracts.
• Conduct independent and collaborative research leading to publications.
• Participate in departmental, college, university, and community service.

Skills

Engineering design

Materials

Manufacturing

Project-based learning

Teaching and mentoring

Education

Ph.D. in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering

Job description

California State University, Long Beach invites applications for an Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering. The position is tenure-track, with a Fall 2027 start, and requires a Ph.D.

in Mechanical or Aerospace Engineering plus a strong research and teaching trajectory. The department seeks a scholar who will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in design, materials, and manufacturing, supervise projects and theses, and pursue external funding while contributing to