Associate Professor, Otorhinolaryngology

Taylor's University; Selangor; On-site; MYR 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Malaysian university is seeking an experienced academic with a Master Degree in Otorhinolaryngology to join as a Senior Lecturer. Responsibilities include undertaking teaching duties, engaging in research activities, and contributing to administrative functions. The candidate must be registrable with the Malaysian Medical Council and should possess experience in curriculum development, teaching methodologies, and research projects. Strong presentation skills and professional links to relevant external organisations are essential. The role offers the opportunity to shape the learning environment and collaborate on innovative projects.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Master Degree in Otorhinolaryngology; PhD preferred.
• Must be registrable with Malaysian Medical Council (MMC).
• Experience in higher education with a record of teaching and curriculum development.
• Experience in developing teaching materials and effective use of IT in teaching.
• Experience in research projects with evidence of outputs.
• Demonstrated links to external organisations relevant to the field.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching and teaching-related duties in classes and laboratories.
• Participate in curriculum development and academic programme enhancement.
• Support research activities and assist in securing grants.
• Contribute to departmental administration and meetings.
• Engage in professional development activities.

Skills

Teaching methodologies

Curriculum development

Research project management

Presentation skills

Education

Master Degree in Otorhinolaryngology

PhD (preferred)

Job description

Teaching Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching and teaching-related duties such as design, preparation, and development of teaching materials; conduct classes/lectures, tutorials, and practicals; consultation with students, invigilation, marking, and assessment.
• Participate and contribute to high-quality programme and curriculum development
• Plan and implement teaching strategies to optimise student learning as well as to motivate them.
• Support in research project work and scholarship of postgraduate students
• Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s teaching and learning expectations.

Research

• Participate in scholarly activities, including undertaking research, conference presentations, journal publications, and relevant community work.
• Support efforts to secure grants for research activities and scholarships as co-researcher.
• Achieve the specified set of research outcome targets for the Senior Lecturer level of appointment.

Administration and Other Activities

• Undertake and contribute to administrative responsibilities such as attending departmental meetings, participating in committees, and working groups within the Department, School, and Faculty
• Participate in continuous relevant professional activities
• Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/ professional bodies in academic-related matters

Requirements

• Possess a Master Degree from a recognised university in Otorhinolaryngology. PhD applicants are preferred.
• The candidatemust be registrable with Malaysian Medical Council (MMC).
• Experience working in higher education environment and a track record of teaching experience and professional knowledge of curriculum development or good record ofprofessional experience with evidence of coaching and mentoring and a high quality of presentation skills
• Experience in developing teaching methodologies and materials, including the effective use of IT technologies in the facilitation of teaching and learning
• Experience working on research projects and activities or experience of professional practice/consultancy work, including evidence of appropriate outputs
• Demonstrated links to relevant external organisations and/or the profession.

The final position offered will depend on the seniority of the candidate taking into consideration teaching, clinical and research strengths.