Assistant Professor, Automotive Engineering

Company Description California State University, Northridge (CSUN) is a vibrant and diverse public university serving nearly 40,000 students and supported by more than 4,000 faculty and staff on its 356-acre campus in Los Angeles’ San Fernando Valley. The university is strongly committed to student success, offering extensive academic resources and professional development opportunities. CSUN emphasizes inclusive excellence and values the contributions of individuals from a wide range of backgrounds and experiences. The institution also maintains deep engagement with the surrounding community through educational partnerships, outreach, and service initiatives.Role Description The Assistant Professor of Automotive Engineering is a full-time, on-site faculty role based in Los Angeles, CA. The position involves teaching undergraduate and potentially graduate courses in automotive engineering and related mechanical engineering subjects, including preparing syllabi, delivering lectures, supervising laboratories, and assessing student performance. The faculty member will conduct scholarly research in automotive or closely related engineering fields, seek external funding where appropriate, and disseminate results through publications and presentations. Responsibilities also include advising students, supervising senior design or capstone projects, and participating in curriculum development to keep programs aligned with current industry practices and accreditation standards. The role requires active service to the department, college, university, and professional community, such as committee work, outreach, and collaboration with industry partners.Qualifications Advanced knowledge of automotive engineering, mechanical systems, and vehicle technologies, with the ability to teach core and specialized courses in these areas.Demonstrated potential for high-quality research and scholarly productivity in automotive or related engineering disciplines.Strong teaching skills, including effective classroom instruction, lab supervision, student mentoring, and the use of modern engineering education tools.Ability to collaborate with colleagues, contribute to curriculum development, and engage in departmental, college, and university service.Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to work effectively with a diverse student body and campus community.Doctoral degree (Ph.D. or equivalent) in Automotive Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a closely related field by the time of appointment.Experience or interest in working with industry partners, supervising student projects, and supporting experiential and project-based learning.Evidence of commitment to equity, inclusion, and student success in a multicultural academic environment.