Assistant Professor- Aerospace Engineering

Khalifa University Enterprise; Abu Dhabi; In loco; AED 300.000 - 420.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

Khalifa University Enterprise invites applications for a faculty position in Aerospace Engineering. The role combines teaching undergraduate and graduate courses with active research and scholarly activity, plus service to the department and university.

The candidate will contribute to curriculum development, mentor student research, and participate in peer reviews and departmental activities to raise the department's profile both locally and internationally.

Competenze

• PhD or equivalent terminal degree in a related discipline.
• BSc or equivalent terminal degree in Aerospace Engineering.
• Strongly preferred research/teaching in: Composite Structures; Automatic Flight Controls; Space Mechanics; Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Autonomy; or UAS.
• Preferred experience in AI/ML applications in aerospace systems.

Mansioni

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in subject areas and on schedules allocated by the Chair of Department.
• Prepare teaching material including syllabus and lesson plans; revise subject matter regularly.
• Contribute to development and implementation of a high quality curriculum.
• Provide students with detailed syllabus, methods of instruction and evaluation.
• Monitor student performance and provide remedial classes when necessary.
• Set and mark exams, coursework, and laboratory work.

Conoscenze

Teaching

Research

Formazione

PhD or equivalent terminal degree

BSc Aerospace Engineering

Descrizione del lavoro

The responsibilities of faculty members shall be an appropriate combination of:

• a) Dissemination of knowledge through undergraduate and / or graduate teaching; and
• b) Research, scholarly or other creative activities; and
• c) University, community and professional services

Teaching:

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in subject areas and on time schedules allocated by the Chair of Department
• Prepare teaching material including course outline, syllabus and lesson plans. Revise the subject matter on a regular basis as appropriate for that subject
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum
• Provide students with detailed syllabus, methods of instruction and evaluation in their courses
• Engage in the selection of textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses
• Monitor students' performance in their subject areas and provides remedial classes when necessary
• Set and mark exams, coursework, assignments, laboratory work, homework, and any other relevant activity
• Use up-to-date instructional technology and ensure the delivery is clear and consistent
• Supervise students' research and practical work and of their theses preparation, as well as participate in evaluation of their theses
• Participate in professional peer reviews
• Supervise teaching internships
• Develop and improve their scholarly competence and effectiveness as teachers within their area of expertise

Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities:

• Carry out research and produces publications, or other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the review process
• Engage in scholarly or creative activities in their area of expertise and makes results available for critical peer review
• Deliver papers at professional association meetings, seminars and conferences
• Participate in panels at regional and international meetings of professional organizations
• Identify and successfully bid for external funding and grants
• Actively raise the Department and Faculty’s profile, internally and externally
• Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department
• Collaborate with colleagues, both within and outside the University, in conducting and managing research and consultancy activities

Academic Service:

• Contribute to departmental, or University-wide working groups or committees as requested
• Contribute to student recruitment, retention and placement efforts
• Foster service by contributing to the community at large in participatory, developmental or advisory capacity
• Support and participate in student organization activities
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed
• Contribute to the academic community through peer review, editorial roles, and professional organizations.
• Engage in outreach, collaboration, and public engagement activities.
• Demonstrate a strong commitment and practice to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Qualifications & Experience:

• A minimum of 2 years of experience relevant to the position and proven research potential
• PhD or equivalent terminal degree, in related discipline from a recognized institution.
• BSc or equivalent terminal degree in Aerospace Engineering is strongly preferable.
• Strongly preferred are candidates whose research/teaching is in one or more of the following areas: Composite Structures; Automatic Flight Controls; Space Mechanics; Dynamics, Control and Vehicle Autonomy; or Fixed-Wing Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS).
• Preferred experience in emerging areas such as: AI/ML applications in aerospace systems