Laboratory Instructor- Electrical Engineering

AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE MIDDLE EAST; Kuwait; On-site; KWD 15,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A private university in Kuwait seeks full-time faculty for the Department of Electrical Engineering. Responsibilities include teaching, supervising labs, and engaging in research. Candidates must hold a Master's Degree and have relevant specialization. The university offers competitive salaries and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Internationally competitive salaries

Research incentives

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Specialization in Power, Communication, Robotics, Electronics, or Mechatronics required.
• Demonstrable skills in oral and written English are essential.

Responsibilities

• Engage in teaching, services, research, and professional development tasks.
• Prepare labs manuals and syllabi.
• Deliver laboratory sessions and assist students in labs.
• Assess students' performance and keep records.

Skills

Teaching experience

Industry experience

Skills in oral and written English

Education

Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering

Job description

Organisation/Company AMERICAN UNIVERSITY OF THE MIDDLE EAST Research Field Engineering Researcher Profile Recognised Researcher (R2) Leading Researcher (R4) First Stage Researcher (R1) Established Researcher (R3) Country Kuwait Application Deadline 16 Oct 2025 - 00:00 (UTC) Type of Contract Permanent Job Status Full-time Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

The American University of the Middle East (AUM) is a private university established in 2005 in Kuwait. AUM’s mission is to provide an interactive learning environment that facilitates the development of leaders who are committed to their culture, global ethical values, and professionalism.

Within the last ten years, AUM became a landmark in the private higher education sector in Kuwait and the region through its curricula, its integrated and green campus, and a culture which embraces diversity and innovation. AUM is ranked #1 University in Kuwait as per the 2025 World University Rankings by QS and THE, making it to #611-620 in QS World and to the Top 500 in THE World. AUM is also ranked #1 in Kuwait in the Arab region rankings by QS and THE.

The College of Engineering and Technology (CoET) at AUM is dedicated to maintaining high quality academic programs by adopting a learner centered approach. CoET aspires to prepare students for life-long learning and careers in engineering for engineering students, and in technology for technology students; with emphasis on leadership skills and creative work so they can lead cultural, social, and economic development.

The Department of Electrical Engineering, which is an academic unit within the CoET, offers a unique ABET-accredited undergraduate program in Electrical Engineering. It is currently recruiting full-time faculty members as Laboratory Instructors to start from Fall Semester 2025.

Job Requirements

• A Master’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or a related field from an internationally accredited university is required.
• Specialization: Power, Communication, Robotics, Electronics, or mechatronics.
• Preferred qualifications are teaching experience and/or industry experience.
• Ability to work in a diverse, interdisciplinary, and fast-paced environment is essential.
• The applicant must have demonstrable skills in oral and written English.

In addition to the above requirements, successful applicants should demonstrate teaching experience and research interest in at least one of the following topics: Power, Communication, Robotics, Electronics, or Mechatronics.

Job Description

Faculty members are engaged in teaching, services, research and professional development tasks.

Successful candidates are expected to:

• Prepare labs manuals and syllabi.
• Prepare experiments and test them.
• Deliver laboratory sessions, including pre-laboratory presentations.
• Supervise and assist students in all aspects related to the labs and the related courses.
• Assess students’ performance using the assessment tools as described in the Labs’ syllabi (quizzes, presentations, lab reports, exams, etc.).
• Strive to increase teaching effectiveness through the application of appropriate teaching and learning strategies.
• Keep record of students’ attendance.
• Prepare laboratory course portfolios for the labs by the end of each semester.
• Document information by maintaining logs and equipment record books.
• Place orders for the necessary equipment and specimens.
• Ensure compliance with the university’s safety regulations.
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment in labs.
• Assist in proctoring exams.
• Support faculty within the same specialized area in research.
• Contribute to the advancement of the professional development activities.
• Support the college and departmental wide activities and services with a spirit of leadership, commitment, accountability, and collegiality.
• Undertake any other duties as may be directed by the Head of Department.

How to Apply?

Applicants are invited to apply by sending the following documents to [e-mail] :

• Curriculum Vitae (CV) with a recent photo
• Copies diplomas or certificates
• Recommendation letters, if available

Equal Opportunity Employer

AUM is an equal opportunity employer. It offers internationally competitive salaries, remuneration packages, research incentives, and professional development opportunities.

With faculty members and staff coming from more than 60 countries, AUM is a diverse and inclusive environment. AUM campus houses cutting-edge facilities that faculty and staff can benefit from such as Sports Center, Library, Research and Innovation Center, Cultural Center, and more than 55 laboratories.