Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering

Heriot Watt University; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 360,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Dubai invites applications for an academic position in Electrical or Electromechanical/Mechanical engineering. You will teach and assess undergraduate and postgraduate courses, and engage in research with a focus on AI, Robotics, and Digital Transformation.

Strong collaboration with Edinburgh and Malaysia campuses is expected. The role requires a PhD in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering and prior tertiary teaching and research experience is highly desirable.

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 both undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Develop materials for engineering programmes and contribute to curriculum design and delivery.
• Develop research with industry and external organisations.
• Mentor and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects with timely feedback.
• Develop and maintain links with business and industry for collaboration.
• Collaborate with colleagues across campuses and external networks for information exchange and recruitment support.
• Lead in recruitment events and Open Days and contribute to programme planning and governance.
• Participate in CPD and staff development activities.

Skills

Excellent communication

Education

PhD in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering

2-3 years teaching experience

Research track record

Job description

Detailed Description

Heriot-Watt University Dubai is seeking to recruit an enthusiastic academic with experience of teaching and research in Electrical or Electromechanical/Mechanical engineering who is expected to deliver and assess a range of undergraduate and postgraduate engineering courses that include but are not limited to: Electrical Power Systems, Electronics, Computing, Artificial Intelligence, Robotics, Automation and Digital Transformation. Candidates with a Mechanical Engineering background with multidisciplinary expertise in Machine Dynamics, Control, and Vibrations can also be considered.

Successful candidates are expected to have a broad knowledge of a range of topics within electrical and electronic or electromechanical engineering and an interest in research activities in AI, Robotics, Autonomous and Intelligent Systems, Machine Learning, Dynamics and Control, or related areas. They will also be expected to develop strong links to colleagues based in Edinburgh and Malaysia campuses to deliver high-quality learning and teaching and contribute to the continued development of the programmes offered to students. We expect academic staff to have an existing research interest in a relevant area and to contribute to developing research on the Dubai Campus.

An Assistant Professor must hold a PhD degree in Electrical/Electronic/Mechanical Engineering or a similar field, and tertiary teaching and research experience is highly desirable.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Undertake teaching and assessment duties on engineering academic programmes at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels. Support colleagues at Heriot-Watt University Dubai in the delivery of courses and other activities to support the delivery of HWU's Strategy.

2. Develop relevant materials in appropriate formats for engineering programmes. Contribute to the content, design and delivery of the curriculum, and the quality of teaching and learning, in consultation with colleagues and within the international structures and mechanisms established by the University. Review teaching design and delivery by obtaining and analysing feedback from students and peers.

3. Develop research to engage with industry and research organisations within and outside the UAE.

4. Mentor and supervise undergraduate and postgraduate student projects, providing effective, well documented and timely feedback, both formative and summative. Provide pastoral support, recognising when to refer a student for further support. Play a key role in the delivery and support of an excellent student learning experience at HWU.

5. Develop and maintain strong links with business and industry, external organisations and the education sector.

6. Work collaboratively with colleagues in Dubai, other campuses, and with external networks both for the exchange of information, to share learning, and to form relationships for future collaboration.

7. Undertake a proactive role in promoting and marketing the University, ensuring the effective recruitment of students and the achievement of recruitment targets. Play a full role in Open Days and other student recruitment events.

8. Undertake leadership and administrative tasks associated with programme planning, preparation for examination boards and progression boards, etc. Participate in relevant committees.

9. Undertake continuous professional development (CPD) and participate in staff development activities.

10. All staff endeavours will embody our shared values inspire, collaborate, belong and celebrate - into everything we do.

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post and its general responsibilities. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.

Education, Qualifications & Experience

Applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

• 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

The following criteria are desirable:

• Fellowship or Senior Fellowship of Advance HE, or equivalent recognition of teaching excellence

• Chartered Engineer status or membership or an equivalent professional organisation

• Experience of UG (BEng Hons) and PG Project Supervision

• A track record of Journal Publications and research grant applications

• Experience of supervising a PhD student to completion

Desired Candidate Profile

Applicants must meet the following essential criteria:

• 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

The following criteria are desirable:

• Fellowship or Senior Fellowship of Advance HE, or equivalent recognition of teaching excellence

• Chartered Engineer status or membership or an equivalent professional organisation

• Experience of UG (BEng Hons) and PG Project Supervision

• A track record of Journal Publications and research grant applications

• Experience of supervising a PhD student to completion