Tenure‑Track Mechanical & Mechatronic Engineering Faculty

Opt For Healthy Living; Chico (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 159,000; Full time

Job summary

California State University, Chico is hiring an Assistant Professor of Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering on a tenure-track basis. The position begins Fall 2027 in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management.

The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate courses, develop scholarship, pursue external funding, and mentor undergraduate students on research and capstone projects.

Qualifications

• PhD in mechanical or mechatronic engineering or a closely related field.
• Candidates nearing completion may be considered; degree must be conferred by start date.
• Broad expertise in mechanical and mechatronic engineering including modeling, programming, robotics, and integration.
• Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and proficiency in English.

Responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate courses and develop course material.
• Pursue external funding and develop a scholarly agenda.
• Mentor undergraduate students on research and capstone projects.
• Serve on academic committees, assist in program development, and engage with industry partners.

Skills

Modeling

Programming

Robotics

Integration

Education

PhD in mechanical or mechatronic engineering

Job description

California State University, Chico is hiring an Assistant Professor of Mechanical or Mechatronic Engineering on a tenure-track basis. The position begins Fall 2027 in the College of Engineering, Computer Science, and Construction Management.

The ideal candidate will teach undergraduate courses, develop scholarship, pursue external funding, and mentor undergraduate students on research and capstone projects.