Professor - Industrial Robotics

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Are you passionate about shaping the next generation of career-ready and world-ready individuals?

If so, Seneca invites you to join our dynamic faculty in redefining the boundaries of teaching and learning.

Joining Seneca, you will be a part of a team that is committed to providing an education experience that goes beyond textbooks and classrooms ensuring that our students are equipped with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in today's dynamic labour markets.

As a professor at Seneca, you'll have the opportunity to be at the forefront of experiential learning, working closely with industry partners to provide students with real-world insights and opportunities, while also demonstrating teaching excellence, academic leadership, and expertise in curriculum development. Whether it's through entrepreneurship initiatives, applied research projects, or co-op placements, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our students.

So, if you're ready to embrace flexibility, innovation, and the limitless potential of education, we invite you to join us on this journey. Together, let's redefine the future of education and empower the next generation of leaders, thinkers, and change makers.

Here is What’s on Your Horizon

Faculty/School School of Software Design & Data Science (SDDS)

Program Honours Bachelor of Automation and Robotics and related programs

Campuses Newnham

Number of Openings 1

Anticipated start date Winter 2027. Start date may be adjusted based on the completion of the recruitment process.

Responsible for providing academic leadership in the classroom and ensuring an effective and compelling learning environment for students. You will…

Teaching Excellence

• Engage students with course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques, fostering their active involvement in the learning process.
• Utilize active learning strategies across various class formats, including online, hybrid, flexible, and in-person, to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Harness educational technology to create dynamic and interactive learning experiences that enrich student learning and retention.
• Provide academic counseling and tutoring support as needed, offering personalized assistance to help students overcome challenges and achieve their academic goals.
• Create vibrant learning environments by utilizing available resources, integrating real-world experiences, and organizing enriching field trips.
• An understanding and commitment to equity in education.
  
  
  

Course and Curriculum Development

• Foster an equitable and accessible learning community in all class formats, ensuring that every student has equal opportunities for success.
• Design diverse formative and summative assessments that cater to different learning styles and promote student growth.
• Collaborate with program directors, advisory committees, and stakeholders to refine course objectives and develop effective learning approaches that meet the needs of students and industry demands.
• Drive curriculum development by implementing innovative instructional methods and utilizing multimedia resources to enhance student engagement and understanding.
• Champion the selection of textbooks and learning materials that align with course objectives and enrich students' learning journeys with relevant and up-to-date content.
  
  
  

Academic Leadership

• Offer mentorship and guidance to fellow instructors to elevate teaching standards.
• Contribute to curriculum development through active participation in consultative committees.
• Engage in industry and community-linked applied research initiatives to enrich student learning with interdisciplinary experiences.
• Ability to foster industry partnerships and support experiential learning opportunities for students. Strong relationships with industry contacts and network connections are an asset.
  
  
  

What you bring to Seneca

• Minimum completed PhD in Robotics, Mechatronics, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Professional Engineering (P.Eng.) designation required.
• Minimum of two (2) years of post-secondary teaching experience.
• Minimum three (3) years of relevant industry work or research experience in automation, robotics, advanced manufacturing, or smart systems
• Demonstrated expertise in industrial robotics, including system design, programming, integration, and control
• Strong knowledge of automation and control systems, including PLCs, SCADA systems, and industrial control architectures
• Experience with robotics platforms such as ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Siemens, or similar
• Knowledge of sensors, actuators, and industrial communication networks
• Experience with
• Digital twins, simulation, and Industry 4.0 technologies
• Robot safety systems and relevant industrial standards (e.g., CSA, ISO)
• AI/ML applications in robotics or automation
• Cloud, IoT, or data-driven manufacturing systems
• Familiarity with one or more of the following areas
• Robotics kinematics and dynamics, motion control, and embedded systems
• Fluid power systems (e.g., electro-pneumatics)
• Mechanical design, CAD/CAE tools (e.g., FEA), and manufacturing processes
• Manufacturing systems, including MES/ERP environments
• Experience with CEAB-accredited engineering programs and/or outcomes-based curriculum design is an asset.
• Experience supervising capstone or applied engineering projects is an asset.
  
  

Note A teaching demonstration will be required during the recruitment process.

Consideration will be given to qualified internal full-time academic and partial-load employees first in accordance with the Collective Agreement requirements. New employees will be required to demonstrate the Faculty Basic Competencies by the end of their probationary period.

Job Details

External Posting Date October 9, 2026

External Closing Date October 30, 2026

Job Type Permanent, Full-Time

Hours 44 Hrs/Wk

Work Type Flex Delivery in-person, online, hybrid and flexible

Shift TBC

Ideal Start Date Winter 2027

End Date

Number of Openings 1

Posting Intent Immediate Need

Pay Range FT Professor, Counsellors, Librarians - Step 5 - 21 - $78,696 - $136,427

Job Category Faculty

Pre‑Employment Verification Process Administrative and Support Positions For Administrative and Support roles, Seneca conducts standard pre‑employment verification after a conditional offer of employment is made. Faculty & Teaching Positions For professor positions, we require copies of official transcripts directly from the issuing institution or credential evaluation from World Education Services (WES) or International Credential Assessment Service (ICAS). However, we recommend that candidates gather any supporting documentation (e.g., unofficial transcripts, scan of credentials) in advance to support their applications in the event that they are successful in the hiring process. The compensation step will be determined based on receiving and verifying relevant formal education through official transcripts and relevant work experience, in accordance with the salary placement calculation process.

Seneca Polytechnic at a Glance

Seneca is Canada’s leading, and Ontario's first, polytechnic with more than 40,000 full-time students and 18,500 part-time students. Since opening our doors for the first time more than 55 years ago, we remain dedicated to getting our students career and world-ready.

None of this happens without the exceptional employees of Seneca – the faculty, support staff and administrators – who show their commitment to our students and their success every day. The student experience. The employee experience. The community experience. The Seneca experience is a differentiator.

Our Commitment

We are proud to be building the equitable Seneca, and welcome applications from candidates who can contribute to the diversity of lived experiences, perspectives, and approaches. Joining Seneca means being part of an inclusive community working hard to dismantle barriers to access, student success, and employee potential. Learn more about how we are building an equitable Seneca

Accessibility

Seneca is committed to making employment opportunities accessible in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act, 2005. Upon request, accommodation will be provided in all parts of the application and hiring process. If you require accommodation, please contact jobs@senecapolytechnic.ca.