Assistant Professor in Marketing (Casual)

Heriot-Watt University; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 144,000; Full time

Job summary

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia invites applications for a Marketing lecturer to deliver C19MC Integrated Marketing Communications, C19MP Marketing in Practice, and C19BA Business Analysis and Consultancy, ensuring high academic standards.

The role includes teaching, assessment, student guidance, liaising with the global course leader, marking exams, and contributing to academic quality. Weekend classes and flexible delivery modes may be required; interviews in Putrajaya in November 2026.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Marketing or equivalent.
• Experience teaching in higher education with lectures, tutorials, and assessment.
• Desirable: blended/online learning experience.

Responsibilities

• Deliver the courses C19MC Integrated Marketing Communications, C19MP Marketing in Practice, and C19BA Business Analysis and Consultancy to required standards.
• Undertake teaching and assessment duties, including classes that may be held on weekends.
• Provide guidance and support for students and offer additional assistance as needed.
• Coordinate with the global course leader to ensure alignment in course delivery.
• Prepare for all tutoring activities.
• Mark examinations and complete related administrative duties in compliance with university policies.

Skills

Marketing knowledge

Communication

Independent work

Education

Master’s degree in Marketing

Bachelor’s in business + relevant industry experience

Job description

Key Duties and Responsibilities

a. Deliver C19MC Integrated Marketing Communications, C19MP Marketing in Practice, and C19BA Business Analysis and Consultancy in accordance with the academic standards, requirements, and expectations of the University.

b. Undertake teaching and assessment duties with classes that might have to be conducted on weekends.

c. Guidance and support for students, including providing additional assistance where necessary.

d. Liaise with the global course leader to ensure alignment and consistency in course delivery.

e. Preparation for all tutoring activities.

f. Marking of examination papers and the completion of all related administrative duties, in compliance with the policies, procedures, and requirements of the University.

All HWUM staff endeavours will embody our shared values of: Inspire, Collaborate, Belong, and Celebrate.

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.

Person Specification

This section details the attributes e.g. skills, knowledge/qualifications and competencies which are required in order to undertake the full remit of the role.

Education and Qualifications

Essential

• A Master’s degree in a Marketing field, OR Marketing practitioners with a Bachelor’s degree in business plus specified relevant industry experience (5-10 years).

Desirable

• PhD in Marketing or related discipline; professional certifications in marketing (e.g., CIM, Digital Marketing certifications).

Experience

Essential

• Relevant teaching experience in higher education; experience delivering lectures and tutorials in marketing-related subjects; experience in assessment and marking.

Desirable

• Industry experience in marketing, branding, digital marketing, market research, or related areas; experience with blended/online learning platforms.

Competencies, Skills and Knowledge

Essential

• Strong knowledge of marketing principles and contemporary marketing practices; effective communication and presentation skills; ability to manage student learning and assessment; ability to work independently and meet deadlines.

Desirable

• Expertise in digital marketing, social media marketing, consumer behaviour, or marketing analytics.

Special Factors (if applicable)

Essential

• Availability to conduct lectures, tutorials, marking, consultation sessions, and other necessary class arrangements according tothe academic schedule; commitment to maintaining academic quality and compliance with university policies.

Desirable

• Flexibility to teach across multiple marketing subjects and delivery modes (face-to-face, online, or hybrid).

Essential Criteria

– these are attributes without which a candidate would not be able to undertake the full remit of the role. Applicants who do not clearly demonstrate in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be eliminated at the short‑listing stage.

Desirable Criteria

– these are attributes which would be useful for the candidate to hold. When shortlisting, these criteria will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential criteria.

Other Relevant Information

We aim to hold interviews at the Malaysia Campus in Putrajaya on the week of 17 November 2026.

For more information about Malaysia Campus, please visit http://www.hw.edu.my.

For information about Purpose-Driven Education, please see our website: https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/about/purpose-driven-education.htm

The University is committed to equality of opportunity.