Instructor of Industrial and Engineering Technology

Thank you for your interest in employment with Southeastern Louisiana University. Southeastern Louisiana University’s Department of Industrial and Engineering Technology invites applications for a full-time Instructor position beginning January 2027. We are seeking a dynamic educator to teach a range of undergraduate courses, including but not limited to: Electrical Circuits, Electronics, Digital Electronics, Electromagnetics, Power Electronics, Industrial Electric Machinery, Power Transmission and Distribution, Control and Automation, Robotics and Automation, Mechatronic Systems, and Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs). Additional responsibilities include academic advising, mentoring senior design projects, and participating in service activities at the department, college, and university levels. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS M.S. degree in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering, or a closely related field from an accredited institution by the hire date. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Ph.D. in Electrical, Electronics, or Mechatronics Engineering from an accredited institution by the time of hire. One year of teaching experience in electrical- and mechatronics-related courses. Experience with ABET and/or ATMAE accreditation processes and student outcomes assessment. One year of relevant industrial experience. DESIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES Strong commitment to undergraduate teaching and continuous curriculum improvement. Demonstrated ability to advise and supervise undergraduate senior design projects. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills. A collaborative and enthusiastic approach to teaching, mentoring, and service. Candidates who progress beyond the initial stage will be asked for the names and contact information for three professional references. References will not be contacted until after the initial screening and upon first informing the applicant. REQUIRED DOCUMENTS Cover Letter Resume/Vita Copies of Transcripts (Only an unofficial transcript for the Highest degree is required at application. Official transcripts for all degrees will be required upon employment.) Statement of Teaching Philosophy For questions about the position, please contact the chair of the search committee, Dr. Ahmad Fayed, at ahmad.fayed@selu.edu. Posting Close Date November 12, 2026 Please Note: Applications must be completed and submitted by 11:59 p.m. on the posting close date to ensure consideration. Southeastern Louisiana University is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect and appreciation of differences in individuals. Southeastern is also designated as a State as a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials. How to Apply: Click on the Apply button and complete an electronic application which can be used for this vacancy as well as future vacancies. Any required documents should be attached under the Resume/CV section of your application. If all required documents are not attached you will NOT be considered. Southeastern Louisiana University is the state's third-largest public university, boasting over 15,500 students who come from nearly 50 nations and all 50 states. The university offers more than 150 programs of study across five colleges that focus on hands-on learning. With a small-town location, personal attention to students and a close-knit community of engaged learners, we feel like a small college. We are passionate about our students, providing them with a challenging college experience that empowers them with a lifelong education. Southeastern Louisiana University’s core values are focused on providing a caring personal environment and an academic environment of excellence. We work to lead the educational, economic and cultural development of the region with educational programs based on vital and evolving curricula that address emerging priorities and needs of the state and the students it serves. Southeastern Louisiana University is an AA/ADA/EEO employer. Southeastern recruits, selects, employs and promotes without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, political affiliation, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information in its admission and recruitment of students, educational programs, and activities, or employment policies. Southeastern Louisiana University may require a criminal background check to be conducted on candidate(s) selected for hire and employment is contingent upon the institutions verification of credentials.