School: Engineering
Program: Petroleum Engineering
Vacancy Date: Spring 2025/ Fall 2025
The Petroleum Engineering Program at the School of Engineering (located in Byblos, Lebanon) invites applicants for a tenure-track faculty position in the field of Petroleum Engineering effective January 2025 (Spring) and September 2025 (Fall), (with preference given to those who have U.S. experience in teaching or industry). Visiting faculty positions at all ranks will also be considered for one year appointment, extendable to two years.
Candidates must have an undergraduate degree in Petroleum Engineering or in a related field and a Ph.D. degree in Petroleum Engineering. Candidates with any emphasis of Petroleum Engineering are encouraged to apply. The successful candidate will be expected to teach at both the undergraduate- and graduate-levels, build a strong research program, attract external funding, advise undergraduate and graduate students, contribute to curriculum development, and participate in service activities in the Program, School and the University.
Salary & Benefits
Salary is commensurate with education and experience. The University offers an extensive benefits package, including medical health insurance and schooling of children.
Application Requirements and Procedure
Interested candidates should apply electronically by sending an email to the School of Engineering Dean’s Office at dean.soe@lau.edu.lb with the subject “PTE Full-Time Faculty Position” and include the following attachments: (1) a letter of intent, (2) curriculum vitae, (3) research statement, (4) teaching statement, and (5) the names and contact information of 3 references.
The Lebanese American University is an Equal Opportunity Employer operating in Lebanon under a charter from the Regents of the State University of New York. Information about the University can be found at http://www.lau.edu.lb .
Review of applications will begin as they are received. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until position is filled.
