California State University, Northridge
Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering - Department of Manufacturing Syste
California State University, Northridge, Los Angeles, California, United States, 90079
Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering - Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management #26-08
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Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering - Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management #26-08
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California State University, Northridge
Department:
Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management
Faculty Hire Number:
#26-08
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Effective Date of Appointment:
August 19, 2026 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)
Salary Scale:
$105,000-$110,000 (Dependent upon qualifications)
Position Description:
The Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management at CSUN is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Materials Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in materials engineering and have research interests in materials engineering and manufacturing. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The 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 for tenure and promotion. 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. degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field, with an official diploma at the time of employment from an accredited institution.
College or University-level teaching experience, in-person and/or online, in areas such as materials characterization, mechanical behavior of materials, non-destructive evaluation, fundamentals of MEMS fabrication, composite materials, corrosion, thin film technology, failure analysis and phase transformations, nanomaterials and nanotechnology.
Evidence of continuing research in materials engineering (in the areas listed above), for example, presentations at conferences, publications of peer-reviewed articles, and development of research proposals for external funding.
Experience involving the operation of materials characterization equipment and/or the operation and maintenance of materials laboratory equipment, for example, FESEM/SEM, EDAX/EBSD, EDS, XRD, AFM, and microscopy.
Experience advising, supervising, mentoring, and/or working effectively with undergraduate and graduate students.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in and knowledge of the MSEM department and CSUN, including a vision of contributing industrial or practical experience with materials engineering to enhance the Materials Engineering Master’s program.
Experience researching or teaching in manufacturing and related fields.
Taught a course independently at the College/University level in any of the areas listed above in the Required Qualifications section.
Experience in recruiting students and growing enrollment and programs.
Experience in allocating and managing resources, supervising research assistants/lab technicians, and/or staff.
Industrial or practical experience with materials engineering or similar areas.
Experience with assessment processes and accreditation systems, such as ABET.
Strong communication skills and evidence of effective engagement 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.
Application Deadline
The preferred application deadline is
November 19, 2025 , 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. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit the CSUN careers site. Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above:
A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing points such as how the applicant envisions their contribution to the MSEM Department and to the M.S. Materials Engineering program, courses they can teach, areas of research interest, experience working with a diverse population, research experience in manufacturing-related areas, and experience in recruiting students and growing enrollment.
A current curriculum vitae (including courses taught, published research, and internal and external funding obtained).
A research statement (maximum 3 pages) including current projects, student involvement, future directions, and plans to apply for funding.
A teaching statement (maximum 3 pages) describing teaching philosophy, experiences, courses taught, and strategies for success at CSUN with a diverse student population.
Teaching evaluations (for courses taught independently); if co-taught, provide a confirmation letter describing teaching effectiveness. Limit to evaluations for up to six courses in the past three years.
Names and contact information for at least three references.
In later stages, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials for verification.
At the time of appointment, non-U.S. citizens must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note: CSUN is not currently sponsoring staff, management, or faculty positions for H-1B employment visas.
General Information
CSUN complies with applicable campus safety and crime statistics reporting requirements. The person holding this position may be considered a mandated reporter under state law and CSU policy. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any offer of employment. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy applies; CSUN hires must work within California unless otherwise authorized. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the MSEM Department.
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Assistant Professor of Materials Engineering - Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management #26-08
role at
California State University, Northridge
Department:
Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management
Faculty Hire Number:
#26-08
Rank:
Assistant Professor
Effective Date of Appointment:
August 19, 2026 (Subject to Budgetary Approval)
Salary Scale:
$105,000-$110,000 (Dependent upon qualifications)
Position Description:
The Department of Manufacturing Systems Engineering and Management at CSUN is seeking a tenure-track faculty member in Materials Engineering at the rank of Assistant Professor. The successful candidate will teach undergraduate and graduate courses in materials engineering and have research interests in materials engineering and manufacturing. In addition to teaching, the position requires weekly office hours, participation in assessment of student learning, and service to the department, college, and university. The 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 for tenure and promotion. 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. degree in Materials Science and Engineering, Materials Engineering, Materials Science, or a closely related field, with an official diploma at the time of employment from an accredited institution.
College or University-level teaching experience, in-person and/or online, in areas such as materials characterization, mechanical behavior of materials, non-destructive evaluation, fundamentals of MEMS fabrication, composite materials, corrosion, thin film technology, failure analysis and phase transformations, nanomaterials and nanotechnology.
Evidence of continuing research in materials engineering (in the areas listed above), for example, presentations at conferences, publications of peer-reviewed articles, and development of research proposals for external funding.
Experience involving the operation of materials characterization equipment and/or the operation and maintenance of materials laboratory equipment, for example, FESEM/SEM, EDAX/EBSD, EDS, XRD, AFM, and microscopy.
Experience advising, supervising, mentoring, and/or working effectively with undergraduate and graduate students.
Preferred Qualifications
Interest in and knowledge of the MSEM department and CSUN, including a vision of contributing industrial or practical experience with materials engineering to enhance the Materials Engineering Master’s program.
Experience researching or teaching in manufacturing and related fields.
Taught a course independently at the College/University level in any of the areas listed above in the Required Qualifications section.
Experience in recruiting students and growing enrollment and programs.
Experience in allocating and managing resources, supervising research assistants/lab technicians, and/or staff.
Industrial or practical experience with materials engineering or similar areas.
Experience with assessment processes and accreditation systems, such as ABET.
Strong communication skills and evidence of effective engagement 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.
Application Deadline
The preferred application deadline is
November 19, 2025 , 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. For more detailed information on the application and hiring process, please visit the CSUN careers site. Applicants must submit the following to the website in the section above:
A cover letter (maximum 2 pages) addressing points such as how the applicant envisions their contribution to the MSEM Department and to the M.S. Materials Engineering program, courses they can teach, areas of research interest, experience working with a diverse population, research experience in manufacturing-related areas, and experience in recruiting students and growing enrollment.
A current curriculum vitae (including courses taught, published research, and internal and external funding obtained).
A research statement (maximum 3 pages) including current projects, student involvement, future directions, and plans to apply for funding.
A teaching statement (maximum 3 pages) describing teaching philosophy, experiences, courses taught, and strategies for success at CSUN with a diverse student population.
Teaching evaluations (for courses taught independently); if co-taught, provide a confirmation letter describing teaching effectiveness. Limit to evaluations for up to six courses in the past three years.
Names and contact information for at least three references.
In later stages, applicants may be requested to provide additional materials for verification.
At the time of appointment, non-U.S. citizens must have authorization to work in the United States. Please note: CSUN is not currently sponsoring staff, management, or faculty positions for H-1B employment visas.
General Information
CSUN complies with applicable campus safety and crime statistics reporting requirements. The person holding this position may be considered a mandated reporter under state law and CSU policy. A background check must be completed satisfactorily before any offer of employment. The CSU Out-of-State Employment Policy applies; CSUN hires must work within California unless otherwise authorized. CSUN is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for applicants with disabilities who self-disclose by contacting the MSEM Department.
How to view more
postings and related information:
referral and location information are external to this description and not part of the job duties
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