Data Science (Lecturer)

ExploreWestMY; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Open Distance Learning University in Malaysia seeks passionate academics to teach and develop materials for undergraduate and postgraduate courses, including Open Distance Learning and online formats.

Applicants should hold a PhD or master's degree and be fluent in English and Bahasa Malaysia, with experience in online education methods and teamwork. The role includes curriculum development, research, and accreditation-related activities.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or Master’s degree is preferred.
• Keep up with emerging methodologies in open distance learning.
• Ability to work effectively in a team.
• Strong oral and written fluency in English and Bahasa Malaysia.

Responsibilities

• Teach, coordinate and develop learning materials for undergraduate and postgraduate courses.
• Contribute to curriculum development for diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Conduct research, publish, and participate in consultancy activities.
• Assist in developing new programmes and ensure accreditation compliance.

Skills

Teamwork

English & BM

Open Distance Learning

Education

PhD or Master's degree

Job description

As one of the country's pioneer institutions in Open Distance Learning, the university is welcoming new team members who share their goal of being innovative, responsive and dedicated to the advancement of lifelong learning.

The university is looking for passionate and motivated talents to be part of their dynamic team, and nurture professional talents that can positively impact the nation.

• To contribute to the development of the university’s mission, building upon its innovative educational experience to become a leading Open Distance Learning university in the region.
• To network with partner institutions from government, industry and business organizations for the purpose of developing and offering collaborative diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate training programmes.
• To work with the related departments to ensure consistency of quality in curriculum development and delivery of diploma, undergraduate and postgraduate programmes.
• Teach, coordinate and develop learning materials for undergraduate and postgraduate courses (Open Distance Learning, Online Learning and Classroom Lecture) in the prescribed fields within the School.
• Conduct relevant research, publication and consultancy activities in related areas.
• Assist the School in developing new academic programmes, enhancing delivery and learning, facilitate seminars and other projects relevant to the university.
• To oversee the programmes to ensure accreditation has been granted by complying with the MQA Full Accreditation or MQA Maintenance Audit exercise.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Applicants are preferably required to possess a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) or, at minimum, a Master’s degree.
• Ability to remain abreast of the emerging methodologies in open distance learning.
• Ability to work in a team.
• Previous experience with online and distance education methodologies would be a strong advantage, as would a high level of oral and written competence in both English and Bahasa Malaysia.