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Position Overview Tenure-track Faculty Position in Mechatronic Systems Engineering Position Details The School of Mechatronic Systems Engineering (MSE) at Simon Fraser University (SFU), British Columbia, Canada, invites applications for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in mechatronic systems engineering. Relevant areas of expertise may include, but are not limited to robotics, medical or biomechatronic systems, smart manufacturing, sensors and actuators, engineering design, cyber-physical systems, artificial intelligenceassisted systems, and agritech. Faculty salaries at SFU are based on the salary scales bargained between the University and the SFU Faculty Association. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Assistant Professor rank is $104,700 - $158,322 (subject to experience and inclusive of Market Differential). The successful candidate must have their PhD by the employment start date; however, PhD candidates with solid indication of imminent completion may be hired at the rank of Instructor and will be promoted to the rank of Assistant Professor upon completion of the PhD. Qualifications Ph.D. (completed or imminent) in Mechatronic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related areas. Demonstrated potential for research excellence in the targeted areas through publications, awards, grants, or other forms relevant to the research domain. Evidence of excellence or commitment to excellence in teaching engineering courses and supervising graduate students. Ability or potential to develop interdisciplinary collaborations. Commitment to equity, diversity, and inclusion. Excellent communication skills and commitment to a teambased working culture. Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC). Application Materials Curriculum vitae Research statement Teaching statement A statement describing how you contribute to promoting a culture of inclusive excellence through your teaching, research, or service for example, how you support inclusive teaching practices or how you take into consideration biases/barriers that may be present in research. A statement outlining your awareness of barriers that can hinder success in academia and steps that can be taken to lower and eliminate those barriers. Names and contact information of three referees. Additional Information The deadline for receiving complete applications is January 31, 2026. The anticipated start date for the position is September 1, 2026. To apply, please submit to the online application system: position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the SFU Board of Governors. Any inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to . All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. SFU is an equity employer and strongly encourages applications from all qualified individuals including women, Indigenous Peoples, racialized persons, people of all sexual orientations and gender identities, persons with disabilities, and others who may contribute to the further diversification of the University. Personal information that forms part of an application is collected under the general authority of the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act, applicable University Policies, and the SFUFA/SFU Collective Agreement. For further details see the full Collection Notice: Academic Careers - Provost and VP Academic - Simon Fraser University. We acknowledge the Squamish (Swxw7mesh xwumixw), Musqueam (xmkym), TsleilWaututh (slilwta), Katzie (q cy), Kwikwetlem (kikm), Qayqayt, Kwantlen, Semiahmoo and Tsawwassen peoples, on whose traditional territories Simon Fraser University's three campuses stand. By recognizing the Unceded Traditional Coast Salish territories, we aspire to create space for reconciliation through dialogue and decolonizing practices. #J-18808-Ljbffr