Assistant Professor, Electrical Engineering & AI

Heriot-Watt University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 260,000 - 320,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Dubai invites applications for an enthusiastic academic with teaching and research experience in Electrical or Electromechanical engineering who will deliver and assess undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Electrical Power Systems, Electronics, AI, Robotics and Digital Transformation.

The appointee will develop course materials, supervise UG/PG projects, build links with Edinburgh and Malaysia campuses, contribute to recruitment, and participate in committees.

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant subject area
• Capable of delivering relevant courses
• Capable of supervising UG and PG project students
• Excellent communication skills
• Commitment to HWU values
• 2-3 Years Teaching experience at undergraduate and/or postgraduate level of an accredited programme
• Research track record

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching and assessment duties on engineering programmes at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Develop relevant materials and contribute to curriculum design and delivery.
• Develop research with industry and local/ regional partners.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects with timely feedback.
• Develop and maintain links with business and external organisations.
• Collaborate with colleagues across campuses for delivery and recruitment.
• Lead and participate in open days and recruitment events.
• Engage in administrative tasks such as programme planning and boards.
• Pursue CPD and staff development activities.
• Live HWU values: inspire, collaborate, belong, celebrate.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Education

PhD in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or related field

Fellowship or Senior Fellowship of Advance HE

Chartered Engineer status or membership

Experience delivering UG/PG courses

Research track record

Job description

Heriot-Watt University Dubai invites applications for an enthusiastic academic with teaching and research experience in Electrical or Electromechanical engineering who will deliver and assess undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Electrical Power Systems, Electronics, AI, Robotics and Digital Transformation.

The appointee will develop course materials, supervise UG/PG projects, build links with Edinburgh and Malaysia campuses, contribute to recruitment, and participate in committees.