Position: Assistant Professor of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering – Artificial Intelligence & Robotics
Location: Long Beach, CA | Start Date: August 18, 2025
Are you passionate about revolutionizing mechanical and aerospace engineering through artificial intelligence and robotics? Do you envision yourself inspiring the next generation of innovators while advancing cutting-edge research? Join us at California State University, Long Beach (CSULB)—a diverse, inclusive, and future-focused academic community where your expertise will make a lasting impact.
???? About CSULB
Located in vibrant Long Beach, California, CSULB is a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Asian American and Native American Pacific Islander-Serving Institution (AANAPISI), celebrated for fostering diverse talent and promoting equity and excellence. Recognized with the Seal of Excelencia in 2023, we are dedicated to empowering students from historically underserved communities, including Black Excellence Collegium and El Concilio for Latinx Success initiatives.
At CSULB, we are reimagining the future through our Beach 2030 University Action Plans, prioritizing inclusive innovation, resilience, and intellectual achievement.
???? Why Join CSULB?
As a faculty member in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering, you’ll be part of a forward-thinking college where diversity, equity, and inclusion are central to everything we do. From hands-on learning activities to groundbreaking research, we’re dedicated to creating an inspiring environment where all students, faculty, and staff thrive.
???? Your Role
As an Assistant Professor specializing in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, you’ll:
- Teach and Inspire: Deliver innovative undergraduate and graduate courses (in-person, hybrid, or online) in areas like Dynamics, Control, and AI Applications in Engineering.
- Advance Research: Establish a cutting-edge research program in AI and robotics, publish in top-tier journals, and secure external funding to drive innovation.
- Mentor Future Leaders: Supervise undergraduate and graduate theses and projects, fostering student creativity and innovation.
- Build Curriculum: Develop and update courses and academic programs that reflect the latest advancements in AI and robotics.
- Promote Inclusivity: Champion equity and inclusion, designing culturally responsive teaching strategies and creating pathways for students from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds.
????????? What We’re Looking For
Required Qualifications:
- Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a closely related field (completion by August 1, 2025).
- Specialization in Artificial Intelligence and Robotics, with applications in mechanical and aerospace systems.
- Demonstrated teaching potential at the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- Commitment to working successfully with diverse student populations, including first-generation, low-income, and minoritized students.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Excellence in teaching courses like Dynamics, Control, and AI/Robotics Applications.
- Experience supervising student theses and fostering innovation through hands-on learning activities.
- A proven track record of securing research funding and publishing in top-tier journals.
- Active participation in academic governance and curriculum development.
- Experience mentoring students from historically underserved backgrounds or incorporating culturally relevant teaching strategies.
???? What Success Looks Like
You’ll thrive as an Assistant Professor at CSULB by:
- Achieving high student engagement and satisfaction in your courses.
- Establishing a robust, externally funded research program in AI and Robotics.
- Inspiring innovation and creativity through student mentorship and projects.
- Actively contributing to the university’s mission of fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion.
???? Why CSULB is Right for You
- Commitment to Diversity: Be part of a community dedicated to breaking barriers and empowering students from all backgrounds.
- Vibrant Location: Live and work in Long Beach, a dynamic coastal city with a thriving cultural scene, stunning beaches, and proximity to tech hubs like Silicon Valley and Los Angeles.
- Comprehensive Benefits: Enjoy a competitive salary, health and wellness plans, retirement options, and more!
