Online Program Instructor - Industrial Engineering

Louisiana State University (LSU) in Baton Rouge invites applications and nominations for a part-time Online Program Instructor of Industrial Engineering in the Department of Mechanical and Industrial Engineering (MIE).

LSU is the Flagship University of the State of Louisiana, with its main campus located in the vibrant city of Baton Rouge, offering many cultural and recreational opportunities and high-quality affordable housing. The MIE Department is the largest one in the College of Engineering with B.S., M.S. and Ph.D. degree programs in both Mechanical Engineering and Industrial Engineering.

Appointment will be made at the Instructor level, though applicants with exceptional qualifications and experience may be considered at higher Instructor ranks.

90% Teach graduate-level Industrial Engineering courses in online formats in accordance with LSU Online standards and best practices. Develop and maintain course materials, assignments, assessments, and instructional content using the university’s learning management system. Assess student performance and submit grades in accordance with university policies and academic deadlines.

10% Facilitate student learning and engagement through effective online communication, virtual office hours, and timely feedback on assignments and assessments. Collaborate with faculty and IE program leadership to support curriculum development, continuous improvement, and accreditation efforts.

Contribute to the educational mission of the Department and support the LSU Online initiative by delivering high-quality online instruction in the graduate Industrial Engineering program. Responsibilities include teaching graduate-level Industrial Engineering lecture and laboratory courses in accordance with LSU Online standards and best practices for online learning.

Ph.D. in an engineering discipline. Experience in Industrial Engineering areas such as systems engineering, supply chain and logistics, ergonomics, analytics, operations research, and related disciplines.

Ph.D. in an engineering discipline; 10 years of experience or more.

Specific Experience: The ideal candidate will have significant professional experience in Industrial Engineering areas such as systems engineering, supply chain and logistics, ergonomics, analytics, operations research, and related disciplines. The online instructor will bring extensive industry experience and current applications of Industrial Engineering practices into the virtual classroom, integrating real-world examples, emerging technologies, and applied problem-solving approaches to enhance graduate-level online instruction.

A bachelors degree and/or certificates in industrial and/or systems and/or aerospace and/or nuclear and/or mechanical engineering.

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - LSU offers outstanding benefits to eligible employees and their dependents including health, life, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; retirement options; various leave options; paid holidays; wellness benefits; tuition exemption for qualified positions; training and development opportunities; employee discounts; and more!

Positions approved to work outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

All candidates must have valid U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and maintain that valid work authorization throughout employment. Changes in laws, regulations, or government policies may impact the university’s ability to employ individuals in certain positions.