Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering (Tenure-Track)

About the role

Cal Poly Pomona, in the Department of Mechanical Engineering within the College of Engineering, is hiring one tenure-track Assistant Professor starting in Fall 2027. The position is full time, on site, and belongs to Unit 3 of the California Faculty Association. Candidates from all areas of mechanical engineering are welcome, including solid mechanics, control and robotics systems, artificial intelligence and thermal-fluids; preference goes to those specializing in machine design.

Key responsibilities

• Teach undergraduate and graduate classes in mechanical engineering, and develop new courses
• Advise undergraduate student projects and master's-level graduate students on MS projects and theses
• Maintain a research program in the applicant's area of expertise
• Take part in department, college and university committees and activities
• Pursue professional development, publish conference and journal papers, and build an externally funded research program

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited university by the date of appointment
• Ability to explain complex subject matter to undergraduate and graduate students
• Demonstrated commitment to teaching excellence in engineering
• Evidence of ongoing scholarly research
• Commitment to contributing to a diverse, inclusive academic community through teaching, scholarship and service
• Preferred: at least 1 year of relevant professional or teaching experience, a Professional Engineer (P.E.) license, and experience in student advising and university service

Applications require a cover letter, curriculum vitae, a 2-page teaching philosophy, a 2-page research statement, reprints of up to 3 recent publications, three references, unofficial transcripts and teaching evaluations. Finalists must provide official transcripts, three recent reference letters and a presentation for the on-campus interview.