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Adjunct Instructor, Civil Engineering

Employer
Lamar University
Location
Beaumont, TX, TX
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Employment Type
Full Time
Institution Type
Four-Year Institution
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Job Summary

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Lamar University invites applications for Adjunct Faculty positions to teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Civil and Environmental Engineering. Adjunct faculty are appointed on a semester-by-semester basis based on departmental instructional needs. Successful candidates will provide high-quality instruction and support student success while working collaboratively with the department faculty.

Essential Job Functions

  • Prepare and deliver assigned undergraduate and/or graduate Civil and Environmental Engineering courses. Develop instructional materials, evaluate student learning, maintain course records, and submit grades according to university deadlines.
  • Maintain communication with students and the department regarding course-related matters. Attend required meetings and complete administrative responsibilities associated with assigned courses.
  • Other duties may be assigned to this position on a regular or occasional basis to respond to the needs of the university.
    • Minimum and Desired Qualifications

    Minimum Qualifications:
  • Demonstrated ability to teach undergraduate and/or graduate engineering courses.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to effectively engage and mentor students.
  • Commitment to fostering a supportive, respectful, and student-centered learning environment that promotes student success.
    • Desired Qualifications:
  • Previous college-level teaching experience.
  • Professional engineering industry experience.
  • Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred.
  • Experience using learning management systems and instructional technology.
  • Expertise in one or more areas of Civil and Environmental Engineering, including but not limited to structural, geotechnical, environmental, transportation, water resources, construction, or surveying.
    • Supplemental Information

    Key Competencies:
  • Teach assigned undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Civil and Environmental Engineering.
  • Prepare course materials, syllabi, assignments, and examinations.
  • Evaluate student performance and submit grades in accordance with university deadlines.
  • Maintain regular communication with students and respond to inquiries in a timely manner.
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
    • Physical Requirements:
  • Able to lift 25 lbs and be able to perform a variety of physical tasks, including lifting, bending, stooping, squatting, stair climbing, and walking between buildings.
    • Job Conditions:
  • Work is performed in a classroom, laboratory, office, and/or online instructional settings.
  • Teaching assignments may include day, evening, weekend, or online courses.
  • Adjunct appointments are temporary and contingent upon departmental needs, student enrollment, and available funding.
  • Regular interaction with students, faculty, and staff is required.
    • Special Note:
  • We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
  • Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for sponsorship now or in the future.

    • Lamar University is An Equal Opportunity Employer

    Lamar University is proud to provide employment preference to veteran applicants in accordance with Texas 805 Government Code, Section 657.003.

    This position is security-sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of the Texas Education Code §51.215, which authorizes the employer to obtain criminal history record information.

    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

     

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