Senior Academic (School of DiGiT)

Wawasan Open University (WOU); Penang; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading Open Distance Learning university in Malaysia as an academic professional. This role involves curriculum development, teaching, and collaborative networking with various organizations, aimed at enhancing the educational experience. Applicants with a PhD and a passion for innovative learning methodologies are encouraged to apply.

Benefits

Medical Benefits for You and Your Family

Educational Assistance Programme (EAP) with 100% Subsidy

Qualifications

• PhD in relevant fields is mandatory.
• Experience in higher education and online methodologies is advantageous.
• Fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to curriculum development and delivery for degrees.
• Network with institutions for collaborative programs.
• Conduct research and develop learning materials.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication (English and Bahasa Malaysia)

Leadership in academics

Education

Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science or related field

Professional Certificate in Data Science or Machine Learning

Job description

Join WOU – Be part of a caring, inclusive, passionate team that grows with confidence and shapes the future through forward thinking.

Job Description:

• 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 WOU.
• To oversee the programmes to ensure accreditation been granted by complying with the MQA Full Accreditation or MQA Maintenance Audit exercise.

Job Requirements:

• Applicants should possess a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Computer Science, Software Engineering or any related field.
• Freshly graduate PhD highly encourage to apply.
• Obtained Professional Certificate in the area of Data Science or Machine Learning.
• It would be an added advantage for candidates to have at least five (5) years of relevant working experience in an institution of higher learning, with proven experience in academic leadership.
• 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.
• Ability to remain abreast of the emerging methodologies in open distance learning.
• Ability to work in a team.

Key selling points

• Private Open Distance Learning Institution in Malaysia
• Medical Benefits for You and Your Family
• Educational Assistance Programme (EAP) with 100% Subsidy