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The department of Mechanical Engineering at California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in fluid mechanics at the rank of Assistant Professor.

The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses and have research interests in fluid mechanics and thermal sciences. Candidates must demonstrate a specialization in either experimental methodologies or computational analysis/simulation of complex models involving fluids. They are expected to develop and conduct an effective research program in areas of fluid-structure interactions, turbulent flows, or biofluid mechanics. 

Teaching responsibilities include instruction and participation in and supervision of capstone student design projects. Candidates are expected to supervise MS theses and provide academic and professional advisement to undergraduate and graduate students. Initiation and maintenance of creative scholarly activities and an externally funded research program are expected. Active and effective participation in curriculum development, assessment and accreditation, and other departmental activities, as well as in professional and student organizations (e.g., ASME, ASEE), are normative expectations. Additionally, candidates should demonstrate experience or a willingness to pursue evidence-based approaches that promote retention of students from culturally diverse backgrounds.

In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, attending faculty meetings,  participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and  university. The successful candidate may be required to teach on weekdays, evenings, weekends,  and/or online and will be held to the standards and requirements of the college and department in  which he/she/they is/are housed for recommending tenure and promotion. Given CSUN’s commitment to  excellence in teaching, research, and engagement in a diverse environment, the successful candidate  will help the Department achieve equitable academic outcomes for all students through teaching,  student mentorship, scholarship, and service.

Required Qualifications:

•  Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution (Doctorate must be completed by the date of appointment from an accredited institution)
•  College or University-level teaching experience, in-person or online
•  An undergraduate degree in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related field from an accredited institution
•  Evidence of research publications in the areas mentioned in the position description in peer-reviewed journals and/or conference proceedings within the past three years

Preferred Qualifications:

•  Evidence of effective engagement OR potential to engage with a diverse student body
•  Experience using culturally responsive pedagogy that leads to equitable outcomes for all students
•  Experience creating a student-centered learning environment
•  Research/Lab experience that includes working with students from diverse backgrounds
•  Experience adopting inclusive approaches to mentoring
•  Academic (teaching or research) experience at an ABET-accredited institution
•  Teaching experience at undergraduate and/or graduate levels in the area of fluid mechanics
•  Post-doctoral or industry experience
•  A record of receiving grant funding or potential for receiving external funding from government agencies, private companies, and/or scientific societies

Application Deadline:

Preferred application deadline is November 30, 2024 and applications received after this date may be considered on an as needed basis. However, the position will remain open until filled.

How to Apply:

Candidates should apply by completing the CSUN online application. To apply and for more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit this link: www.csun.edu/careers

Applicants must submit a cover letter addressing: 1) how they would make a unique contribution to the department, 2) a preliminary plan for establishing their independent research program, 3) their experience working with a diverse population, and 4) motivation to work in academia and particularly at CSUN, to the website in the section above. Applicants must submit the cover letter along with their curriculum vitae, research statement, teaching statement, diversity statement, and the names, titles, addresses, and telephone numbers of at least three referees who can address the candidate’s teaching, research, and service qualifications. In later stages of the search process, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials, including letters of recommendation, verification of terminal degrees, licenses and certificates, professional work samples, and evidence of student mentoring.

At time of appointment, the successful candidate, if not a U.S. citizen, must have authorization from the United States Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) to work in the United States.