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Thank you for your interest in employment with Louisiana Tech University.
The College of Engineering and Science (COES) at Louisiana Tech University invites applications for a Lecturer position in Instrumentation and Control-systems Engineering Technology (ICET), with an anticipated start date of September 2026. The Lecturer position at Louisiana Tech includes a promotion pathway based on performance and contribution, allowing advancement from Lecturer to Senior Lecturer and Distinguished Lecturer.
The College’s vision is for Louisiana Tech to become a destination University for Engineering and Science education due to its dynamic and supportive educational experience, while being a major engine of innovation and intellectualism that uplifts the region. As such, the COES is home to the Integrated STEM Education Research Center (ISERC) and is an active member of the Kern Entrepreneurial Engineering Network (KEEN). To strengthen the diversity of our academic community, applications are strongly encouraged from women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities. More information about the College can be found at coes.latech.edu.
Qualifications:
● A Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related discipline with significant overlap.
● Demonstrated potential for excellence in undergraduate education, including classroom teaching, laboratory instruction, and student mentoring.
● Substantial Teaching experience in engineering or engineering technology is preferred.
● The ability to deliver existing courses and to develop new curricular content in response to emerging industry and program needs.
Preferred Attributes:
● Excellent written and oral communication skills.
● Strong pedagogical and organizational skills.
● Commitment to student success, program service, and continuous improvement.
● Interest in hands-on, project-based learning environments.
● Willingness to contribute to departmental committees, undergraduate research mentoring, and professional service.
Application Instructions:
Applicants should submit a single PDF file containing:
1. Cover letter
2. Curriculum vitae
3. Description of teaching experience and interests
4. Statement of teaching philosophy
5. Names and contact information for at least three professional references
Review of applications will begin January 1, 2026, and continue until the position is filled.
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.
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.