Assistant Associate Professor of Automotive Engineering Technology
Greensboro, NC - USA
Job Summary
The Department of Applied Engineering Technology ( AET ) in the College of Science and Technology at North Carolina A&T State University invites applications for a 9-month tenure-track faculty position in Automotive Technology Automotive Engineering or a closely related field beginning August 2026. The position is anticipated at the Assistant Professor level; however exceptionally qualified candidates may be considered for appointment at a higher rank. We seek applicants who can establish a collaborative and innovative research program in areas such as electric and hybrid vehicle systems artificial intelligence and autonomous vehicles advanced vehicle efficiency and sustainability smart manufacturing and humanmachine interaction. The successful candidate will demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching excellence and scholarly achievement. Responsibilities include teaching Applied Engineering Technology and Automotive/Motorsports Technology courses at both the undergraduate and graduate levels developing new curricula supervising student research and contributing service to the University and broader community. The ideal candidate will develop and maintain a productive externally funded research program in automotive engineering and technology; publish peer-reviewed scholarship; and supervise graduate students in the Technology Management (M.S.) and Applied Science and Technology (Ph.D.) programs. Mentoring undergraduate researchers is also expected as student research engagement is a key component of the AET curriculum. Candidates whose teaching research and service contribute to the mission of the Applied Engineering Technology Department and align with the strategic priorities of the College of Science and Technology and the University are highly desirable. Active collaboration with colleagues across the sciences mathematics and technology disciplines is strongly encouraged.
Minimum Requirements
PhD in Automotive or Vehicle Engineering Automotive or Vehicle Technology Mechanical Engineering or closely related engineering or technology field by the anticipated date of appointment.
Preferred Years Experience Skills Training Education
1) Postdoctoral research in automotive engineering or technology field; 2) Strong aptitude for using instructional technology; 3) A research and pedagogy plan that can attract funding from various granting agencies; 4) Ability and willingness to work collaboratively with other faculty and colleagues; 6) Industry experience in automotive technology or related field; 7) Demonstrated record of independent research and publishing.
Required Experience:
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