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Professor, Department Chair – Aviation and Technology San José
The Charles W. Davidson College of Engineering at San Jose State University (SJSU) is pleased to announce a search for the position of Department Chair for the Department of Aviation and Technology. The Department has an enrollment of over 900 students in its aviation and technology programs and has a strong relationship with local industry through continuous support of its Industry Advisory Boards. The Department Chair will provide visionary leadership for the department and must have a substantive record of published research, teaching effectiveness, and professional achievements. The Department Chair will provide academic and administrative leadership, promote excellence in research and teaching, and manage and secure resources for the department.
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering - Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center San José
The Mechanical Engineering Department at San José State University is pleased to announce a search for assistant professor (tenure track) beginning in July 2026. We are seeking candidates with a strong academic background in mechanical engineering and wildfire science. A key aspect of this position is that the faculty member will actively collaborate the SJSU Wildfire Interdisciplinary Research Center (WIRC, https://www.sjsu.edu/wildfire/, a National Science Foundation, Industry-University Cooperative Research Center) to seek funding and conduct research related to wildfire science and management. The center is dedicated to developing strategies/technologies and science-based policies to manage wildfires and to better understand how wildfires will impact people and resources in the future. Specific areas of research interest include, but are not limited to: numerical modeling/CFD reactive flow; wildfire dynamics; wildland-urban interface fire spread; AI/ML for predictive/modeling/risk management; and combustion dynamics of wildland and urban fuels.
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering - Manufacturing and Automation San José
The Department of Mechanical Engineering at San José State University (SJSU) invites applications for a tenure-track faculty position at the Assistant Professor rank in the area of manufacturing and automation. For this position, the department is particularly interested in candidates with expertise in contemporary manufacturing and automation areas, including but not limited to digital twins, flexible and hybrid electronics, next generation microelectronics packaging, additive manufacturing, sustainable materials, and AI integration in manufacturing.
Department Analyst (3 Positions) San José
The College of Engineering is seeking three Administrative Analysts to join the team in the departments of Aerospace Engineering, Computer Engineering, and Electrical Engineering! As a Department Analyst, you will be primarily responsible for providing administrative and analytical support in the areas of budget analysis, coordination of fiscal resources, personnel/human resources, academics and course scheduling, health and safety, office administration, and communication for the assigned department. The Department Analyst will provide back-up support to other department(s) as assigned, and will serve as an on-site supervisor to student employees. The work schedule is Monday-Friday 8am-5pm, and requires on-site presence. If you have administrative support experience and customer service skills, we want to hear from you!
Associate Vice President of Research San José
The Office of Research is seeking an Associate Vice President of Research to lead and expand the university’s research enterprise. The AVP provides strategic leadership for research initiatives, supports faculty and student engagement, and builds partnerships with funding agencies, industry, and external collaborators.
Custodian, Swing Shift San José
San José State University seeks a Custodian, Swing Shift to provide general cleaning and custodial care for assigned campus buildings, facilities, and surrounding areas. Responsibilities include maintaining offices, classrooms, labs, auditoriums, gyms, locker rooms, child care centers, residences, and walkways.
Facilities Maintenance Mechanic, Plumbing San José
San José State is hiring a Facilities Maintenance Mechanic to join our Plumbing Shop team. The role involves performing skilled, journey-level plumbing work while also applying mechanical, electrical, and carpentry skills to maintain, repair, construct, and renovate plumbing systems and related infrastructure. The ideal candidate brings journey-level expertise in facility repair and maintenance or equivalent training and experience, typically gained through completion of an apprenticeship program.
Small Boats Operations Coordinator San José - Moss Landing Marine Lab
Moss Landing Marine Laboratories (MLML) is seeking a Small Boats Operations Coordinator to manage the daily operations, maintenance, and scheduling of MLML’s small boat research program.
Faculty Recruitment and Special Appointments Analyst San José
The Faculty Recruitment and Special Appointments Analyst oversees faculty recruitment, special appointments, and evaluation processes in, among other SaaS platforms, eFaculty, OnBase, CHRS Recruiting, and CHRS.
Records and Registration Coordinator San José
The Office of the Registrar is hiring a Records and Registration Coordinator. This position supports key functions of academic recordkeeping and registration while providing direct service to students, faculty, and staff.
Administrative Support Coordinator San José
Reporting to the Director of Resources & Operations and receiving work lead direction from the Department Chair, the Administrative Support Coordinator provides administrative support to the department in the Lucas College of Business (LCoB).
Donor Relations and Stewardship Analyst San José
The Donor Relations and Stewardship Analyst plays an integral role in supporting the university's stewardship initiatives, contributing to the meaningful recognition and retention of our donors and supporters. This position supports the cultivation and stewardship of long-term relationships with donors through the execution of key administrative and communication tasks, including gift acknowledgment and donor recognition.
Director of Financial Aid and Scholarships San José
San José State University is seeking a Director for the Financial Aid and Scholarship Office. The ideal candidate will bring strategic vision, compliance expertise, and a commitment to inclusive, student-centered service.
Prospect Management Analyst San José
The Prospect Management Analyst provides functional expertise to support the design, development, and implementation of analytics-based fundraising solutions and services to support the attainment of philanthropic goals for SJSU’s University Advancement division.
Administrative Support Coordinator II San José
Reporting to the Director of Resources and Operations for the Lurie College of Education and receiving work lead from the Associate Resource Analyst, the Administrative Support Coordinator II will work under direct supervision to provide administrative support for the Academic Resource Office and the Deans Office. Position responsibilities may include providing accurate, timely and consistent support for the faculty research, Institute for Emancipatory Education and other college ORUs; serve as the initial contact and provide customer service to students, faculty, administrators and the community.
Assistant Professor in Aviation Professional Flight or Aircraft Systems San José
The Department of Aviation and Technology at San José State University is pleased to announce a search for a tenure-track faculty position in Aviation at the rank of Assistant Professor specialization in Professional Flight or Aircraft Systems. The incumbent will be required to teach courses in private pilot ground, instrument flight, commercial pilot ground, aviation meteorology, aircraft multi-engine, or courses in aircraft systems, flight controls, flight operations, avionics, turbines, powerplant, as well as courses in general aviation areas such as air traffic management and aviation management. In addition, the incumbent is expected to carry out sponsored research and guide student research projects.
Career Counselor San José
The Career Center is seeking a Career Counselor to provide high-quality career services and outreach to students, alumni, and faculty.
Administrative Analyst Specialist San José
SJSU’s Occupational Therapy Department seeks an Administrative Analyst Specialist to handle technical accounting, analysis, and administrative support.
Assistant Professor - Assistant Writing Programs Administrator San José
The Department of English and Comparative Literature at San José State University invites applications for an Assistant Professor and Assistant Writing Programs Administrator beginning in August 2026. We seek an Assistant Professor of Rhetoric and Composition to teach rhetoric and composition courses at the entry and advanced levels and assist in administering the first-year writing programs. The ideal candidate will engage with emerging technologies—particularly AI—and their impact on writing instruction and writing-intensive courses, as well as writing program administration and digital literacy. A developing record of peer-reviewed scholarship, and a Ph.D. in Rhetoric and Composition, or related field of study is required by August, 2026.
Assistant Professor - Applied Data Science San José
The Department of Applied Data Science at San José State University is pleased to announce a search for a Tenure-track Assistant Professor in Applied Data Science beginning in August 2026. We are seeking candidates with expertise in areas such as Embodied AI, robot perception and control, robotics software systems, and multi-modal learning or Cyber Intelligence with a focus on advanced Machine Learning and AI techniques such as Secure AI to contribute to our interdisciplinary applied data science curriculum. While all applications will be reviewed, priority will be given to candidates with expertise in the specified areas.

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Last Updated Aug 15, 2024