Non-tenure track Assistant Professor in Systems Engineering

Position Summary

This search seeks candidates with expertise in model-based systems engineering (MBSE), systems architecture, and the Systems Modeling Language (SysML), along with other areas of interest to the SE Department such as:
Modeling and Simulation, Systems Science, Systems Thinking, System Dynamics, Foundations of Systems Engineering, Requirements Engineering, and AI4SE/SE4AI.

Course teaching opportunities associated with this position will primarily support the Department's model-based systems engineering (MBSE) curriculum. Current courses relevant to this position may include, but are not limited to: SYSE 567 Systems Engineering Architecture, SYSE 667 Advanced Model-Based Systems Engineering, SYSE 532 Dynamics of Complex Systems, SYSE 530 Overview of Systems Engineering Processes, SYSE 602 Systems Requirements Engineering, and MECH 513 Simulation Modeling and Experimentation.

Candidates also have the opportunity to develop new courses aligned with the Department's needs.

This position also supports research activities, advising students, participating in committees, etc. in alignment with the position's research and service percentages.

• Teach Graduate level Systems Engineering courses. Current courses relevant to this position may include, but are not limited to: SYSE 567 Systems Engineering Architecture, SYSE 667 Advanced Model-Based Systems Engineering, SYSE 532 Dynamics of Complex Systems, SYSE 530 Overview of Systems Engineering Processes, SYSE 602 Systems Requirements Engineering, and MECH 513 Simulation Modeling and Experimentation.
• Advise Systems Engineering Graduate Students.

• Pre-employment criminal background check (required for new hires).

• A terminal degree (Ph.D.,
  
  D. Sc.,
  
  D. Eng.) in an engineering discipline or a closely related field is required by the start of the appointment.
• Model-based systems engineering (MBSE) expertise.
• Systems-centric teaching experience.

• Candidates should exhibit the ability and enthusiasm to teach distance education and conventional courses in the curriculum of the Systems Engineering Department.
• Candidates should have experience with university-focused curriculum development, teaching, and assessment practices.
• Candidates should have industry and applied research experience.
• Candidates should have experience with CATIA Magic tools (Magic Systems of Systems Architect, Cameo Systems Modeler, Magic Draw).
• Candidates should be able to attend courses and other events at the CSU main campus on a regular basis.
• Candidates should demonstrate a personal and professional commitment to CSU's Principles of Community, as demonstrated by involvement in teaching, research, creative activity, and service to the profession.

• Cover letter (maximum two pages) - Clearly demonstrates how the candidate meets the required and preferred qualifications of the position.
• Curriculum Vitae - Comprehensive summary of the candidate's academic background, professional experience, and accomplishments.
• Teaching and Advising Statement (maximum two pages) - Describes teaching and educational interests and/or philosophy, including plans to develop and deliver educational materials, attract and mentor students, and engage the broader community.
• Research Statement (maximum two pages) - Describes research interests, scholarly direction, and potential contributions to the department.
• Land-Grant Mission and Principles of Community Statement (maximum one page) - In alignment with the land-grant mission of access and success and CSU principles of community, the candidate should describe how their professional activities, in teaching, research, and/or service, align with and advance the institution's land-grant mission.

$100,000-$125,000

To apply, please upload the following applicant documents. Ensure your materials fully address the required and preferred job qualifications of the position. Please note, applicants may redact information from their application materials that identifies their age, date of birth, or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.

Cover Letter, Resume/CV, Special Required Documentation, Statement of Teaching/Research Philosophy

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