Adjunct Laboratory Engineer (Multiple Engineering Disciplines)

Uowdubai; Dubai; On-site; AED 14,000 - 17,000; Part time

Job summary

The University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is seeking experienced engineers, laboratory specialists, researchers, and technical professionals to join the School of Engineering as Adjunct Laboratory Engineers. We are building a pool of professionals to support undergraduate laboratory teaching across civil, mechanical, electrical, and related engineering disciplines.

Adjunct Laboratory Engineers will work with academic staff to deliver practical sessions, demonstrations, experiments, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field.
• Practical experience in laboratory, testing, research, or engineering environments.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to support students in practical and laboratory settings.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Teaching Support: Prepare and set up experiments; assist during classes; provide guidance and troubleshooting.
• Laboratory Operations: Maintain equipment, ensure safety, manage inventory and documentation.
• Student & Academic Support: Help students with experimentation, data collection, and analysis; support final-year projects and investigations.

Skills

Strong communication

Problem-solving

Technical troubleshooting

Team collaboration

Teaching support

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

Engineering software

Simulation tools

Instrumentation

Data acquisition systems

Job description

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) is seeking experienced engineers, laboratory specialists, researchers, and technical professionals to join the School of Engineering as Adjunct Laboratory Engineers.

We are building a pool of talented professionals to support undergraduate laboratory teaching across a range of engineering disciplines including:

Civil Engineering

Mechanical Engineering

Electrical Engineering

Mechatronics Engineering

Computer & Communications Engineering

Physics and Engineering Fundamentals

Manufacturing & Materials Engineering

These appointments are ideal for professionals who wish to combine industry practice with higher education and contribute to the development of future engineers through practical, hands‑on learning experiences.

Adjunct Laboratory Engineers play a critical role in delivering the practical components of engineering education. Working alongside academic staff, you will support laboratory sessions, demonstrations, experiments, and project‑based learning activities while ensuring safe and effective operation of laboratory facilities.

Laboratory Engineers may support subjects in areas such as:

Civil & Structural Engineering

Mechanics of Solids

Geomechanics and Soil Mechanics

Material Testing and Structural Behaviour

Geotechnical Laboratory Testing

Mechanical Engineering

Dynamics of Engineering Systems

Manufacturing Processes

Thermodynamics and Fluid Systems

Mechanical Testing and Instrumentation

Engineering Simulation and Modelling

Electrical, Electronics & Communications Engineering

Electronic Circuits

Control Systems

Communication Systems

Electrical Machines and Power Systems

Embedded Systems and Instrumentation

Programming and Computational Engineering

Applied Physics

Engineering Foundations

Experimental and Applied Engineering Sciences

Key Responsibilities

Laboratory Teaching Support

Prepare and set up laboratory experiments and demonstrations.

Support students during laboratory classes and practical sessions.

Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting assistance.

Assist with assessment, practical reports, and project activities where required.

Laboratory Operations

Maintain laboratory equipment, instrumentation, and technical resources.

Ensure laboratories are safe, organised, and operational.

Support calibration, inventory management, and procurement activities.

Maintain laboratory documentation, records, and operating procedures.

Student & Academic Support

Assist students with experimentation, data collection, and analysis.

Support final-year projects, prototypes, and engineering investigations.

Collaborate with academic staff to enhance laboratory experiences and practical learning outcomes.

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

We are interested in candidates who bring both technical expertise and a passion for engineering education.

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Applied Physics, Computer Engineering, or a related discipline

Practical experience in laboratory, technical, testing, research, or engineering environments

Strong technical troubleshooting and problem‑solving capability

Ability to support students in practical and laboratory settings

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or higher in a relevant discipline

Professional engineering registration or certification

Experience working in higher education, research laboratories, testing facilities, or industrial technical environments

Experience operating specialist laboratory equipment relevant to your discipline

Experience with engineering software, simulation tools, instrumentation, or data acquisition systems

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 5,000 per lab/workshop 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.

Eligibility Notice: Adjunct appointments do not include visa sponsorship. Applicants must hold a valid UAE residency visa and be legally eligible to undertake part‑time employment in the UAE.

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

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