INSTRUCTOR OR TENURE TRACK ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

About This Job

The Department of Engineering Technology at Northwestern State University of Louisiana seeks applications from highly qualified and motivated candidates for a 9-month appointment at the rank of Instructor or tenure-track Assistant Professor, effective August 10, 2026. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled.

Job Duties And Other Information

• Demonstrate a strong commitment to program growth, excellence in teaching, service to students and the university, and continuous professional development through research and scholarly activities.
• Teach all classes per semester as assigned by the Department Head in a manner that will promote academic excellence to the fullest extent.
• Evaluate students and report progress.
• Participate in periodic reviews of course materials.
• Provide administrative support to university leadership in carrying out their responsibilities.
• Participate in official university functions as determined by the President, Vice President, Dean, Director, and Department Head (e.g., commencement, faculty institute, registration, recruitment events, and any called meetings).
• Maintain class schedules and the required 10 office hours per week as determined by the Department Head.
• Advising and counseling students during required office hours and at other times and settings established by the Department Head.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including grant writing, research, publications, and presentations in the field of Engineering Technology.
• Involvement in departmental development, assisting in student recruitment, and participating in professional endeavors aligned with the department's mission.
• Participating in faculty meetings and serving on all appropriate program committees.
• Maintain appropriate expertise and competencies through continued professional development and periodic mandatory training.
• Foster collegial relationships with peers and colleagues throughout the University.
• Maintain confidentiality in accordance with federal laws and program policy.
• Acknowledge and agree to comply with those mandates of the Constitution and laws of the State of Louisiana which regulate the activity and employment of state employees including but not limited to the "Code of Governmental Ethics", LA R.S. 42: 110 I et seq", and "Dual Office Holding and Dual Employment LA R.S. 42:61 et seq".