Assistant​/Associate Professor of Agricultural Engineering; Civil​/Mechanical

Position:
Assistant/Associate Professor of Agricultural Engineering (Civil/Mechanical) at California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo. The Bio Resource and Agricultural Engineering Department (BRAE) in the College of Agriculture, Food and Environmental Sciences is seeking a full-time, tenure-track assistant/associate professor position in agricultural engineering (civil/mechanical) starting August 17, 2026.

The BRAE department is a true Learn by Doing department with two programs: BRAE and Ag Systems Management. The successful candidate will be expected to teach undergraduate and graduate level courses in agricultural engineering. These may include Engineering Topics (Statics, Dynamics, and Strength of Materials), Agriculture Structures (steel and concrete lectures and labs), Agriculture Power and Machinery Management;
Mechanical Systems Analysis;
Agricultural Systems Management; and Equipment Engineering, depending on the candidate’s background and the department s needs. They are also required to have a research program and assist in department, college, and University service tasks.

Duties may also include, but are not limited to, supervision of undergraduate senior projects, and clubs.

Grade and salary commensurate with education and experience of the individual selected.

Anticipated Hiring Ranges

• Assistant Professor: $90,948 - $105,156
• Associate Professor: $105,492 - $114,720

Required Qualifications Doctor of Philosophy or Doctor of Engineering degrees in Agricultural, Mechanical, Civil, Environmental Sustainability or other relevant engineering discipline. Candidates nearing completion of the doctorate (ABD) may be considered but must provide proof that the doctorate was awarded prior to the start of appointment.

The successful candidate will demonstrate excellence in teaching, effective communication and interpersonal skills. The ability to be a productive team player and to interact well with peers, students, industry, government agencies, and the public is essential. Demonstrated experience and commitment to student-centered learning and teaching, as well as demonstrated ability to collaboratively work in multidisciplinary settings are required.

Excellent written and oral communication skills and strong interests in undergraduate teaching are required. Demonstrated proficiency in written and oral use of the English language is required. Candidates must also demonstrate an ability to communicate with industry supporters to secure external funding.

Industry, fabrication, and experience teaching in a hands-on, learn by doing environment is preferred. Candidates should have a strong commitment to teaching excellence and laboratory-based instruction. The ability to collaborate with faculty across the College and University is desirable. Preference will be given to those with experience working with diverse populations and fostering a collaborative, supportive, and inclusive environment. Preference will also be given to those with relevant work experience who bring professional capabilities and those who can build connections with industry and foster new relationships.

Registration as a professional engineer, or the ability to obtain registration within two years is also preferred.

The person holding this position is considered a  mandated reporter  under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Following a conditional offer of employment, a background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate may start work with Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may result in the withdrawal of the offer of employment.

Note:

Cal Poly cannot deny an applicant a position solely or in part due to a criminal conviction history until it has performed an individualized assessment and linked the relevant conviction history with specific job duties in the position being sought.

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