LECTURER/SENIOR LECTURER - ENERGY

Curtin University Malaysia; Miri; Sur place; MYR 60 000 - 100 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

Curtin University Malaysia is seeking a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Energy to contribute to undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, supervision, and impactful research in energy engineering.

The role emphasizes teaching excellence, research leadership, and engagement with industry, with responsibilities across teaching, supervision, and service in the Department of Chemical and Energy.

Qualifications

• PhD in energy-related research or MSc with energy focus and engineering background.
• Bachelor degree recognised by Washington Accord signatories.
• Registered with Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) or Chartered Engineer or eligible for registration.
• Industry background in energy and reservoir engineering desirable.
• Proven teaching experience at tertiary level and supervision of higher degree research.
• Strong research output in refereed journals.
• Proficiency in online teaching tools and modern pedagogical practices.
• Ability to develop research funding proposals and lead a team.
• Excellent written and spoken English; cross-cultural sensitivity.

Responsabilités

• Deliver undergraduate and postgraduate teaching face-to-face and online.
• Design, assess and provide timely feedback on student learning.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Contribute to curriculum development and improvement initiatives.
• Conduct high-quality research and maintain an active publication record.
• Develop research proposals and seek funding.
• Supervise Master’s and PhD students.
• Engage with industry, professional bodies, and the wider community.
• Provide academic leadership appropriate to appointment level.

Connaissances

Teaching in energy engineering

Research supervision

Curriculum development

English communication

Cross-cultural communication

Pedagogical practice

Formation

Energy-related master's or PhD

Washington Accord recognised bachelor degree

Professional registration (BEM/Chartered Engineer)

Description du poste

Location: Miri, Sarawak
Department: Chemical and Energy
Appointment Type: Contract (Teaching & Research Focused)

Role Overview

The Faculty of Engineering and Science invites applications for a Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Energy. The successful candidate will contribute to high‑quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, student supervision, and impactful research aligned with Faculty priorities. The role also involves academic service, collegial engagement, and external community collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

Teaching & Supervision

• Deliver engaging undergraduate and postgraduate teaching in face‑to‑face and online modes.
• Design, assess and provide timely feedback on student learning.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects.
• Contribute to curriculum development and continuous improvement initiatives.

Research & Scholarship

• Conduct high‑quality research and maintain an active publication record.
• Develop research proposals and seek competitive research funding.
• Supervise Master’s and PhD research students.
• Contribute to scholarship of teaching and learning.

Service & Engagement

• Contribute to academic service at department and faculty levels.
• Demonstrate collegiality and effective teamwork.
• Engage with industry, professional bodies, and the wider community.
• Provide academic leadership appropriate to appointment level.

Qualifications & Experience

• A doctorate qualification or at least a Master’s degree on energy related research with a first degree in relevant engineering degree. Knowledge and experience in gas engineering is preferable.
• The bachelor degree should be recognised by the Washington Accord signatory authorities of the respective countries.
• A registered member with Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM) or Chartered Engineer certification from equivalent International Professional bodies or ability to demonstrate meeting the criteria for registration with Board of Engineers.
• Candidates with industry background in energy sector and knowledge in Reservoir Engineering is desirable.
• Demonstrated teaching experience at tertiary level and supervising higher degree research students.
• An established record of research output in quality refereed academic journals
• Demonstrated high teaching skills and a reflective approach to teaching delivery, with an emerging record of contribution to scholarship in teaching.
• Proficiency in online teaching tools and a strong understanding of pedagogical and contemporary educational practice relevant to the discipline.
• Proven ability to develop research funding proposals, design research projects, lead and develop a research team.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Strong interpersonal skills with cross‑cultural sensitivity.
• Ability to work effectively in a collegial, supportive academic environment.