Description

Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University. 

The College of Engineering and Science at Louisiana Tech University invites applications for a lecturer (full-time teaching faculty) to support the Industrial Engineering (IE) program.

Candidates must hold a doctorate or equivalent degree in industrial engineering or a related field. Candidates should have a demonstrated interest and passion for teaching that fosters ingenuity, innovation, communication and leadership skills against the backdrop of rigorous engineering fundamentals. Candidates with background and interest in IE core topics like engineering economics, statistics, operations research, six sigma, lean, operations and workflow design, process improvement, supply chain, ergonomics and manufacturing processes, and project management are encouraged to apply.

In addition to core IE curriculum courses, the successful candidate can also play an important role in teaching general engineering fundamentals at the sophomore and freshman level as well as graduate level courses supporting IE Graduate Certificates and Masters / Doctor of Engineering and Technology Management (ETM) Degrees.

Full time teaching faculty are expected to serve on committees, advise students and student groups, and participate in curriculum development and accreditation efforts as part of a diverse, interdisciplinary and supportive community of learners. See the College of Engineering and Science website for more information: http://www.coes.latech.edu.

Excellent written and oral communication skills, strong teaching skills, and a commitment to high quality university and professional service are expected. The College is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute, through their research, teaching, and/or service, to the overall excellence of the academic community and those with industry background or PE licensure.

Interested candidates should compile a single PDF application that includes 1) cover letter; 2) curriculum vitae; 3) description of teaching experience and interests; 4) the names and contact information of at least three references. It is expected that candidates will include experiences and plans to support participation of underrepresented groups in STEM throughout their application. The single PDF may be uploaded into the Resume / Cover Letter portion of the Workday Application.

Louisiana Tech is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/ADA Employer and places a high priority on the creation of an environment supportive of ethnic minorities, women, veterans, and persons with disabilities.

 
Posting Close Date: This position will remain open until filled.
 

Please Note:  Applications must be completed by 11:59 p.m. on the Job Closing Date to ensure consideration.

Note to Applicant:

Applicants should fully describe their qualifications and experience with specific reference to each of the minimum and preferred qualifications in their cover letter. The search committee will use this information during the initial review of application materials.

References will be contacted at the appropriate phase of the recruitment process.

This position may require a criminal background check to be conducted on the candidate(s) selected for hire.

As part of the hiring process, applicants for positions at the Louisiana Tech University may be required to demonstrate the ability to perform job-related tasks.