Tenure-Track Assistant Professor – Mechatronic Systems Engineering

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Simon Fraser University invites applications for a Tenure-Track Assistant Professor in Mechatronic Systems Engineering. Areas: robotics, smart manufacturing, sensors, AI systems, and agritech. Apply by Jan 31, 2026.

The ideal candidate is expected to possess and demonstrate the following 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 their 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 team-based working culture
• Eligibility to register as a Professional Engineer with Engineers and Geoscientists BC (EGBC)

The School of MSE offers programs that are nationally accredited by the Canadian Engineering Accreditation Board (CEAB). Combining three technical disciplines of mechanical, electrical and computer engineering, mechatronics provides the critical link between the cyber and physical worlds. Our mission is to advance knowledge, enable applications, and train future high-tech leaders through research and education in the technical fields of sensing, actuation, intelligent systems, advanced manufacturing, healthcare, and energy. The school prides itself in its world-class research, rigorous academic curriculum, and a collaborative and supportive department culture.

SFU, ranked as Canada’s #1 comprehensive university in 14 of the past 15 years by Maclean’s, excels in research, innovation, and academic breadth. With $141M+ in research funding, top global rankings (#1 in Canada for entrepreneurial spirit, #18 globally for innovation). SFU supports 37,000+ students across three campuses with 364 undergraduate and 149 graduate programs. SFU offers outstanding research support through facilities highly relevant to this role, including 4D LABS, WearTech Lab, the Global Institute for Agritech, the SFU-FH Health Research Institute, and the Institute for Neuroscience and Neurotechnology.

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. A reasonable estimate of the salary range at the Instructor rank is $98,340 – $123,340 (inclusive of Market Differential).

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: https://www.sfu.ca/fas/schools/mechatronic-systems-engineering/job-opportunities.html

• 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

The position is subject to availability of funding and approval by the SFU Board of Governors. Any inquiries regarding this posting may be directed to msedsec@sfu.ca

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.

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