Instructor, Industrial & Systems Engineering

retention, accreditation, and academic service. This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track faculty appointment.

Essential Job Functions

Instruction and Student Learning
Provide high-quality instruction in undergraduate industrial engineering and Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT) courses through face-to-face and online delivery methods. Maintain a standard teaching load of four courses per semester (4/4), develop instructional materials, assess student learning outcomes, and provide academic support to promote student success. Graduate-level teaching assignments may be made when appropriate academic credentials are met.

Student Recruitment and Outreach
Support student recruitment initiatives for the Bachelor of Science in Industrial Technology (BSIT) program through participation in outreach activities, recruitment events, and other departmental efforts designed to increase student interest and enrollment.

Departmental and University Service
Participate in departmental, college, and university service activities, including curriculum development and improvement, accreditation support, student retention initiatives, and other activities that advance the academic mission of the department and university.

Minimum and Desired Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

• Master’s degree in industrial engineering, engineering management, or a closely related field.
• Ability to teach undergraduate courses in industrial engineering and industrial technology.
• Ability to deliver effective instruction in face-to-face and online learning environments.
• Ability to communicate effectively with students, faculty, and academic administrators.

Desired Qualifications

• Earned doctorate in industrial engineering or a closely related engineering field.
• Previous college-level teaching experience.
• Relevant professional or industry experience.
• Experience supporting student recruitment and outreach initiatives, particularly within undergraduate engineering or industrial technology programs.

Supplemental Information

Key Competencies:

• Knowledge
  • Knowledge of industrial engineering principles, practices, and applications.
  • Knowledge of instructional methods and student assessment practices in higher education.
  • Understanding of curriculum development and continuous improvement processes.
• Skills
  • Effective written and verbal communication skills.
  • Instructional and presentation skills appropriate for undergraduate education.
  • Proficiency in instructional technologies and online learning platforms.
  • Organizational and time management skills necessary to manage teaching and service responsibilities.
• Abilities
  • Ability to deliver effective instruction in face-to-face and online environments.
  • Ability to engage students and support their academic success.
  • Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and industry partners.
  • Ability to contribute to student recruitment, retention, and departmental initiatives.
  • Ability to support curriculum improvement, accreditation activities, and academic service.

Physical Requirements:
This position requires the ability to perform duties in classroom, office, and other academic environments. Duties may involve prolonged periods of standing or sitting, operating standard office and instructional equipment, and moving between classrooms, offices, and other campus locations. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

Job Conditions:
This is a nine-month, non-tenure-track faculty appointment. Duties are performed primarily in classroom, office, and online instructional environments. The position may require participation in departmental meetings, student recruitment activities, and other university-related events. Summer teaching assignments, when available, and associated compensation will be determined in accordance with university policy, departmental needs, and available funding.

Pay Range: Commensurate

Who We Are:

Home to more than 18,000 students, Lamar University is among the fastest growing Texas colleges and universities. LU is a member of The Texas State University System, which is the first higher education system of Texas and maintains the lowest average tuition and fees of any university system in Texas. With more than 120-degree options and a community that cares, Lamar students are always proud to be Cardinals. Lamar University strives to educate leaders, demonstrate excellence in student learning and career readiness, and pursue research with relevance.

Lamar University is committed to fostering an environment of teamwork where all students, faculty, and staff can learn, work, and become a part of our community.

Benefits:

• Health, dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• State of Texas Retirement plans
• Tuition covered at 100% for employees, spouses and/or eligible dependents
• Paid time off – vacation, sick, and holidays

To see more information about the available benefits, please visit: Benefits - Lamar University

Organization

Texas Roots. Infinite Possibilities.

Lamar University students enjoy small classes where they can build lasting friendships with professors and peers. The 270-acre campus is in Beaumont, Texas, located about 90 miles east of Houston and 25 miles west of the Louisiana border. A comprehensive public university, Lamar gives students a chance to explore a variety of interests to prepare them to succeed in whatever fields they choose.

Academics

A member of the Texas State University System, Lamar University offers 63 undergraduate, 47 master's and nine doctoral degree programs. The university has more than 13,000 students enrolled in five academic colleges - Arts and Sciences, Business, Education and Human Development, Engineering, Fine Arts and Communication. Lamar also offers the College of Graduate Studies and academic programs such as the Center for General Studies.

Students have access to numerous opportunities for scholarships, undergraduate research and study abroad programs. Lamar University students have:

• Performed research for NASA and flown experiments on NASA reduced-gravity flights.
• Presented original research at academic conferences as undergraduates in fields including mathematics, business and sociology.
• Enjoyed a 73 percent acceptance rate to medical and dental schools in recent years, compared to a 39 percent acceptance rate statewide.
• Gone on to lead major companies and make a name for themselves in fields from art and music to nursing and engineering.

Athletics

Students can participate in or cheer on their peers in more than a dozen NCAA Division I sports. Last year, the Cardinals were Southland Conference champions in men's golf, cross country and women's tennis. The volleyball and men's basketball teams were regular season co-champs and the women's basketball team was Southland Conference East Division champion. The LU baseball program has produced several major leaguers. The women's soccer program is entering its second season. The golf team has topped national rankings in recent years.

LU is beginning to rebuild a football program. A coach was hired in 2008. The stadium and athletic complex are being renovated, and the Cardinals plan to return to the gridiron in 2010.

Campus Life

A building boom at Lamar University in the past decade has given students access to state-of-the art facilities for learning, playing, dining and living.

Residents of Cardinal Village, the modern residence halls, have private bedrooms, high-speed Internet and amenities including an outdoor pool, basketball courts and community centers. The new dining hall offers a bistro ambience with international and American cuisine.

Working out in the Sheila Umphrey Recreational Sports Center is like a trip to an exclusive gym where students have an automatic membership. Features include a 43-foot climbing wall, an elevated jogging track, new cardiovascular and weighttraining equipment, and courts for sports such as basketball, racquetball and indoor soccer. Competitive types can participate in intramural sports ranging from basketball and flag football to dodgeball, cricket and pool.

Making friends and building a social network is easy at Lamar with more than 100 clubs and organizations registered on campus. Through campus organizations, students can:

• Join a fraternity or sorority
• Get involved in community service
• Delve into a cause
• Nurture spiritual beliefs
• Start networking in future professions
• Do all of the above.

LU is a short drive from many outdoor adventures: a day at the beach, canoeing or fishing on area rivers and bayous, hiking in the Big Thicket National Preserve. Shopping and entertainment options also are nearby including theaters, museums and live music venues large and small.

History

Lamar University was founded in 1923 as South Park Junior College a few blocks from the current location. The name changed to Lamar College in 1932 to honor Mirabeau B. Lamar, second president of the Republic of Texas and the "Father of Education" in Texas. In 1951, the school became Lamar State College of Technology, a state-supported four-year institution, the first junior college in Texas to make such a transition. The name changed to Lamar University in 1971. The university joined the Texas State University System in 1995.

Visit/Apply

Visit campus to learn more about all Lamar University has to offer. Guided campus tours normally are scheduled at 10 a.m. or 2 p.m. Monday through Friday.

To arrange a campus visit, call (409) 880-8316 or e-mail recruitment@lamar.edu

To apply for admission, financial aid and scholarships, go to http://lamar.edu/admissions