Faculty - INDT Process Operations Technology

Ivy Tech Community College • Lafayette, IN

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About The Position

The Industrial Technology faculty member provides instruction for the Industrial Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) and the Process Operations Technology Technical Certificate. This position has a primary focus in Process Operations Technology but may teach across additional SAMEAS programs in alignment with faculty credentialing, industry experience, and institutional needs. The faculty member will engage students through hands-on learning, safe and effective lab practices, and the integration of skills used within modern industrial, process manufacturing, and smart technology environments.

Requirements

• A qualified full-time faculty member in Industrial Technology meets the education component of the School of Advanced Manufacturing, Engineering & Applied Science faculty credentialing standard through one of the following routes:
• Route 1:
• Earned baccalaureate or higher degree in technology, engineering, engineering technology, or a field directly related to course assignments, and
• Any specialized certifications required for assigned courses, and
• Two years of directly related work experience linked to course competencies.
• Route 2:
• Earned baccalaureate or higher degree from a regionally accredited institution, and
• Any specialized certifications required for assigned courses, and
• Two years of directly related work experience linked to course competencies.
• Route 3:
• Earned associate degree from a regionally accredited institution in the discipline of teaching assignment, and
• Any specialized certifications required for assigned courses, and
• Three years of directly related work experience linked to course competencies.
• Faculty in this position must obtain and maintain any specialized certifications required for assigned courses, as defined in the Curriculum of Record (COR) and Ivy Tech credentialing policy. Failure to obtain or maintain such certifications may impact continued eligibility to teach assigned courses and may affect employment status.
• The incoming employee must hold a valid Indiana driver's license and complete the Driver Approval Form to obtain authorization from the Systems Office for operating any College-owned, leased, or rented vehicles as part of their job responsibilities.
• Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in industrial processes, power generation, utilities operations, chemical manufacturing, refineries, or related fields.
• Teaching or training experience in technical or industrial settings.
• Experience working with instrumentation, process controls, automation systems, or smart manufacturing technologies.
• Demonstrated commitment to student learning, lab safety, and applied instruction.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality, student-centered instruction using applied learning strategies.
• Provide academic advising, coaching, and mentorship that supports student retention and success.
• Develop, update, and refine course content to align with industry standards and outcomes established by the college.
• Ensure a safe learning environment and maintain labs, equipment, and processes that support hands-on skill development.
• Engage with industry partners to support curriculum relevance, student opportunities, and program feedback.
• Participate in assessment activities to measure student learning, credentialing compliance, and program effectiveness.
• Maintain required professional credentials and pursue relevant industry certifications as needed.
• Support department, campus, and college service through committees, student engagement, recruitment events, and collaboration with faculty across SAMEAS disciplines.

Benefits

• Excellent benefits, including voluntary benefits: medical, dental, vision, retirement, life insurance, spouse/child life insurance, , LTD, STD, Identity Guard, etc.
• Employer contribution annually to Health Savings Account.
• No waiting period to enroll in benefits. Coverage starts on day 1.
• Employer contribution to retirement plan. (10% of annual salary, employee contribution not required)
• Paid time off accrued bi-weekly.
• Tuition Assistance for further education.
• Free tuition remission at Ivy Tech for employees and dependents.
• Professional Development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees