Job Information
Central Michigan University Advanced Manufacturing (Tenure-Track, Associate/Full Professor) in Mount Pleasant, Michigan
Advanced Manufacturing (Tenure-Track, Associate/Full Professor)
Posting Number: F-0911
College/Unit: College of Science and Engineering
Home Department: School of Engineering and Technology
Employee Group: Tenure-Track Faculty - Academic Year
Employment Status: Full-Time
Position Type: 10 month
Position Classification: Tenure Track Faculty
Position Begin Date: 08/18/2025
Position End Date:
Position Summary:
The School of Engineering & Technology (SET ) in the College of Science & Engineering (CSE ) at Central Michigan University (CMU ) seeks an experienced and dynamic individual for an Associate or Full Professor position in advanced manufacturing. Candidates with backgrounds and expertise in all emerging domains of manufacturing engineering, science, and technology are highly encouraged to apply. Some specific areas of interest include, but are not limited to, additive manufacturing, aerospace and defense applications, digital engineering, industrialized construction and infrastructure, robotics, process automation, high-performance materials, sustainable manufacturing practices, and distributed manufacturing and supply chain operations. The successful candidate will develop curricular and research programs around advanced manufacturing at CMU . CSE currently has millions of dollars in active research projects with the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD), and this SET faculty position aligns with current and anticipated future DoD collaborations. SET also has well-established partnerships with local industry, community colleges, and K-12 tech ed programs that provide a foundation for workforce training and research activities. Rank, tenure status, and salary for this faculty position will be commensurate with experience.
Required Qualifications:
• Ph.D. in Mechanical, Electrical or Computer Engineering, or other closely related engineering field. • Background and/or research focus on advanced manufacturing, as described in the position summary. • Teaching experience at the university or similar level. • Demonstrated excellence in verbal and written communications skills. • Demonstrated strong commitment to and potential for research that attracts external funding and leads to publications in high quality peer-reviewed journals. • Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses and laboratories in Engineering and Engineering Technology Programs of the SET . • Ability to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.
Preferred Qualifications:
• Previous experience on ABET accreditation. • Relevant industrial or government experience.
Message to Applicants:
Central Michigan University is dedicated to fostering a broadly diverse and inclusive campus that respects all social identities, experiences, and perspectives. In an effort to further this initiative, we are especially interested in candidates who will advance and promote an inclusive and supportive environment for every member of our university community.
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Under writing sample, please upload one or more recent research paper(s).
About the Department:
The https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-science-engineering/departments-schools/school-of-engineering-and-technology (SET ) is housed in the https://www.cmich.edu/academics/colleges/college-science-engineering (CSE ). SET has four undergraduate Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Computer and Environmental Engineering), three undergraduate Engineering Technology (Industrial, Mechanical and Product Design Engineering Technology) and a graduate (MS in Engineering) program. SET presently has 24 full-time faculty members. Courses are taugh
