Position Type:
Assistant Professor of Mechanical Engineering
Position Type:
Regular
Salary Range:
$109,080 – $121,131 Based on experience, education, and expertise
Purpose:
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at Santa Clara University (SCU) invites
applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in the broad area of design
theory, starting in the 2024-2025 academic year. While strong candidates with any
specialization in this area will be considered, the department is particularly interested in
candidates with specialties including, but not limited to, design methodology, theory,
philosophy, and practice; advanced design environments (AR/VR); systems
engineering/science; design in extreme environments and at extreme scales; as well as
interdisciplinary, human-centered, and sustainable design. Priority will be given to
candidates who can lead and advance the year-long capstone senior design experience
by integrating their expertise in design theory. The department is also interested in
candidates whose work aligns with the mission-oriented themes of the university (such
as sustainability and humanitarian engineering), who are able to build collaborative
programs with other faculty in the department and school, and who are capable of
building strong partnerships with local companies and organizations in Silicon Valley.
All SCU tenure-track faculty engage in teaching, research and service. The ideal
candidate will develop an active research program that leads to high-quality publications,
grant applications, and the inclusion of both undergraduate and graduate students in
scholarly work. The candidate is expected to be invested in teaching a range of courses,
both fundamental and in the candidate’s area of specialization, at both the
undergraduate and graduate levels. We especially encourage applicants whose goals
and professional or life experiences enrich the department and school community and
who can serve as a role model and mentor to a diverse student population.
Basic Qualifications:
Basic qualifications for this position include:
An earned doctorate in mechanical engineering, industrial engineering, or in a
closely related field;
Demonstrated potential for high-quality research;
Strong commitment and ability to teach at both the undergraduate and graduate
levels and to engage in curriculum development;
Ability to contribute to a diverse and inclusive academic culture and to advance the
mission of the department and university.
Hiring Range:
$109,080 – $121,131 Based on experience, education, and expertise
Responsibilities:
Responsibilities for this position include:
Developing a productive and independent research program that leads to high-
quality publications, is competitive for support by external sources, and engages
students as participants in that research;
Teaching a diverse student body at both undergraduate and graduate levels in
fundamental areas of mechanical engineering as well as in one’s area of
specialization, fulfilling all responsibilities related to courses taught, developing
curricula, and mentoring students;
Appropriate service to the department, school, university, and profession.
Special Instructions to Applicants
Applicants should submit 1.) a detailed current CV; 2.) a statement of research interests,
future research directions, and research accomplishments; 3.) a statement of teaching
interests, philosophy, and relevant experience; 4.) an Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion
(EDI) Statement that describes past, present, and planned contributions to equity,
diversity, and/or inclusion in engineering or other areas; and 5.) names and contact
information of three professional references.
COVID-19 Statement
The health and safety of the university community is a top priority. All Santa Clara University students, and employees are required to be vaccinated against COVID-19 or request a medical or religious exemption. Please visit our COVID-19 webpage for additional information.
Work Authorization:
A foreign national who is appointed to a tenured or tenure-track faculty position is eligible for sponsorship by Santa Clara University.
EEO Statement
Equal Opportunity/Notice of Nondiscrimination
Santa Clara University is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and California State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Applications from members of historically underrepresented groups are especially encouraged. For a complete copy of Santa Clara University’s equal opportunity and nondiscrimination policies, see https://www.scu.edu/title-ix/policies-reports/
Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972
Santa Clara University does not discriminate in its employment practices or in its educational programs or activities on the basis of sex/gender, and prohibits retaliation against any person opposing discrimination or participating in any discrimination investigation or complaint process internally or externally. The Title IX Coordinator and Section 504 and ADA Coordinator is Aaron Zisser, Director of Equal Opportunity and Title IX, 408-551-3043, [email protected] , www.scu.edu/title-ix. Inquiries can also be made to the Assistant Secretary of Education within the Office for Civil Rights (OCR).
Clery Notice of Availability
Santa Clara University annually collects information about campus crimes and other reportable incidents in accordance with the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act. To view the Santa Clara University report, please go to the Campus Safety Services website. To request a paper copy please call Campus Safety at (408) 554-4441. The report includes the type of crime, venue, and number of occurrences.
Americans with Disabilities Act
Santa Clara University affirms its’ commitment to employ qualified individuals with disabilities within the workplace and to comply with the Americans with Disability Act. All applicants desiring an accommodation should contact the Department of Human Resources, and 408-554-5750 and request to speak to Indu Ahluwalia by phone at 408-554-5750 or by email at [email protected].
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