Advanced Manufacturing (Tenure-Track, Associate/Full Professor)

Central Michigan University - Mount Pleasant, MI

Full-time - Senior

Mount Pleasant, MI

11-50 employees

Educational Services

About the position

The School of Engineering & Technology at Central Michigan University is seeking an experienced individual for a tenure-track Associate or Full Professor position in advanced manufacturing. The role involves developing curricular and research programs in advanced manufacturing, with a focus on emerging domains such as additive manufacturing, robotics, and sustainable practices. The successful candidate will engage in collaborations with the U.S. Department of Defense and local industry, contributing to workforce training and research activities.

Responsibilities

• Develop curricular and research programs around advanced manufacturing.
• Engage in research that attracts external funding and leads to publications in peer-reviewed journals.
• Teach courses and laboratories in Engineering and Engineering Technology Programs.
• Collaborate with local industry and community colleges for workforce training.
• Participate in ongoing research projects with the U.S. Department of Defense.

Requirements

• Ph.D. in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or closely related field.
• Background and/or research focus on advanced manufacturing.
• Teaching experience at the university or similar level.
• Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong commitment to research that attracts external funding.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience on ABET accreditation.
• Relevant industrial or government experience.

Benefits

• Access to a nationally recognized wellness program.
• Health care and benefits that exceed regional, state and national norms.