Adjunct Instructor - Civil Engineering

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 66,960; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation (AED 6,000 per tutorial)

Diverse workplace environment

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Dubai is seeking an Instructor in Civil Engineering to deliver tutorials and laboratory classes for ENGG103, focusing on materials science. Candidates must hold a Master's degree in Engineering and have experience in teaching at the undergraduate level. The role involves supporting student learning, supervising lab sessions, and adhering to university policies. The institution promotes a diverse workforce and offers a dynamic teaching environment.

Qualifications

• Experience teaching materials science fundamentals at the undergraduate level.
• Familiarity with outcome-based education and assessment practices.
• Ability to manage multiple tutorial and laboratory sessions efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Deliver tutorials and laboratory classes in ENGG103.
• Support student learning through explanations and guided problem-solving.
• Supervise and support laboratory sessions.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to engage first-year students

Laboratory teaching competence

Education

Master’s degree in Engineering

Tools

SMP (student interface software)

Job description

UOWD10716 - Adjunct Instructor - Civil Engineering

Business Unit

Job Family

Not Applicable

Department

School of Engineering

Contract Type

Location

Dubai

About UOWD

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide*, Australia’s University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in‑demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education’s Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai’s Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue‑chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83%** of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000‑square‑foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting‑edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.

*QS World University Rankings 2024
**Data from the Graduate Destination Survey 2017 to 2021

About the Role

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) invites applications for an Instructor to support the delivery of ENGG103, a foundational subject in materials engineering. This role focuses on tutorial and laboratory instruction, supporting students’ understanding of both materials science theory and hands‑on laboratory practice.

The successful candidate will play a key role in guiding first‑year engineering students through core concepts in materials engineering and developing their practical laboratory skills.

Subject Overview

ENGG103 introduces students to the fundamental principles of materials engineering, emphasizing the interrelationship between structure, properties, processing, and applications of engineering materials.

Core topics include:

• Atomic structure and interatomic bonding
• Imperfections in solids
• Mechanical properties of metals
• Dislocations and strengthening mechanisms
• Failure modes: fracture and fatigue
• Polymers and composites
• Thermal and electrical properties
• Ceramics

Key Teaching Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver tutorials and laboratory classes in ENGG103
• Support student learning through explanations, demonstrations, and guided problem‑solving
• Supervise and support laboratory sessions, including
• Mechanical testing
• Failure analysis
• Assist with assessment activities including marking and feedback, in line with subject requirements
• Ensure safe laboratory practices and adherence to university policies
• Collaborate with the subject coordinator and teaching team
• The candidate is expected to work in accordance with the course curriculum and teaching plans, as well as take attendance and be involved in marking.
• Offer consultation times to students outside of classroom hours
• Liaise with subject coordinator before, during and at the end of the semester session
• Complete grading of student work in a timely fashion, using clear rubrics, and with constructive feedback-
• Input the grades into the student interface software (SMP), and complete subject report for the end of semester (training will be provided)-
• Manage the acquisition of necessary supplies
• Experience in using innovative approaches to teaching is also desirable.

Selection criteria – Qualifications, Education, Experience, Knowledge and Skills

A Master’s degree in Engineering, preferably with a Civil Engineering background

Experience teaching or supporting materials science fundamentals at undergraduate level

Demonstrated laboratory teaching competence, particularly in:

• Mechanical testing
• Failure analysis

Strong communication skills and an ability to engage first‑year students effectively

Prior experience teaching undergraduate engineering subjects

Familiarity with outcome‑based education and assessment practices

Ability to manage multiple tutorial and laboratory sessions efficiently

The successful candidate will enjoy interaction with a professional dynamic team of highly respected educators from more than 50 different countries and exposure to students from over 100 nationalities.

The University offers adjunct lecturers at undergraduate level a compensation of AED 6,000 per tutorial per trimester. This covers teaching, grading and providing subject consultation for students. The University is located in Knowledge Park, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as a Library that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.

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