Assistant Professor

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Job Posting Title:

Assistant Professor

Position Type:

Faculty

Department:

LSUAM Engineering - Craft and Hawkins Department of Petroleum Engineering (David Schechter (00089970))

Work Location:

Patrick F. Taylor Hall

Pay Grade:

   

Job Description:

Overview:

This position is a full-time, tenure-track position in the Craft & Hawkins Dept of Petroleum Engineering. The incumbent in this full-time position will have a part-time teaching load of undergraduate and/or graduate courses in subjects related to Petroleum Engineering, combined with a part-time research component with the expectation to develop a recognized, externally-funded research program on topics related to modern Petroleum Engineering. 

Job duties:

Teaching undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the subject of Petroleum Engineering.

Performing research with the expectation to develop a recognized, externally-funded research program on topics related to modern Petroleum Engineering.

Service to the department, LSU, and the profession of Petroleum Engineering.

Minimum Qualifications:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related degree with 0 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications for Postdoctoral Researcher:

PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related degree with 1 year of experience.

Additional Job Description:

About the Program:

The Craft and Hawkins Department of Petroleum Engineering is one of the leading petroleum engineering departments in the US, and offers BS, MS and PhD degrees.  External funding for ongoing research includes support from state, federal and industry sources.  Departmental resources to support this position include the PERTT Lab, the Chevron Reservoir Characterization Laboratory, and a variety of other experimental and computational laboratories.  University resources include a synchrotron radiation research center (CAMD) and outstanding computational resources through LSU High Performance Computing. Additionally, the State and University are investing heavily in CCUS related activities, including the above-mentioned infrastructure.

Special Instructions:

Application requirements:
Must attach CV, contact information for 3 references, and a copy of your transcript(s). Must pass a satisfactory pre-employment background check. Must be able to provide proof of employment for positions held prior to this position. Original transcripts will be required prior to hire.

Posting Date:

October 31, 2025

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

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!

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Essential Position (Y/N):

   

LSU is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

   

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