Instructor, Process Technology

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Work type: Faculty Full-Time
Location: New Orleans, LA
Categories: Academic Affairs, Science and Mathematics

Department: Academic Affairs

Sub department: Science and Mathematics

Type of Appointment: Unclassified - Faculty 9 month

Teach a full load (typically 15 credit hours per semester or equivalent contact hours) in Process Technology and related disciplines. Deliver lecture and hands‑on instruction in areas such as:
Process operations;
Safety, health, and environmental practices;
Instrumentation and control systems;
Process equipment (pumps, valves, heat exchangers, distillation). Utilize lab equipment, simulators, and industry‑standard technologies. Develop and maintain course syllabi aligned with master course templates and learning outcomes. Incorporate active learning, competency‑based instruction, and industry scenarios. Ensure compliance with SACSCOC, LCTCS, and institutional academic standards.

Participate in curriculum design, revision, and alignment with industry needs; support development of stackable credentials (CTC, CTS, TD, AAS); integrate industry‑based credentials (IBCs) where applicable.

Provide academic advising and mentoring to students, maintain regular office hours, support student retention and completion initiatives, participate in recruitment, outreach, and dual enrollment activities.

Participate in program assessment and continuous improvement processes; maintain documentation for accreditation and program review; track and report student learning outcomes and workforce placement data.

Maintain strong relationships with local industry partners (refineries, chemical plants, energy sector); participate in advisory committee meetings; facilitate internships, apprenticeships, and job placement opportunities; stay current with industry trends, technologies, and safety standards.

Serve on college committees; participate in faculty meetings, professional development, and institutional initiatives; support compliance with safety and institutional policies.

Education: Associate degree in Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field AND Minimum of 5 years of relevant industry experience OR Bachelor’s degree in a related field AND Minimum of 3 years of industry experience.

Direct experience in petrochemical, refining, manufacturing, or process operations environment; experience with process systems, safety procedures, and industrial equipment.

Knowledge: Industrial process systems, including petrochemical and refining operations; OSHA safety standards and industrial safety practices;
Process instrumentation and control systems (PLC/DCS exposure preferred);
Equipment operation: pumps, compressors, distillation columns, heat exchangers.

Skills: Effective classroom and laboratory instruction; ability to translate complex industrial processes into teachable concepts; strong communication (written and verbal); use of instructional technologies (LMS such as Canvas, PTEC simulation software); classroom and lab management.

Abilities: Work effectively with diverse student populations; maintain safe laboratory environments; collaborate with faculty, staff, and industry partners; adapt instruction for multiple delivery formats (face‑to‑face, hybrid, online); maintain currency in a rapidly evolving industrial field.

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering, Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, or closely related field AND Minimum of 3 years of industry experience.

Prior teaching or training experience (community college or industry training); industry certifications (e.g., NCCER, OSHA, operator certifications); experience with simulators (e.g., process simulation software); experience with PLCs, DCS systems, or instrumentation; familiarity with Louisiana workforce and LCTC systems.