Senior Lecturer - Media Studies

Taylor's Education Group Sdn Bhd; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Taylor's Education Group Sdn Bhd invites applications for a faculty position in Media & Communication. The role combines teaching across lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions with active research and curriculum development.

Candidates should hold a PhD in Media & Communication and have a track record of published work in indexed journals, plus experience securing research grants and guiding students. A commitment to teaching excellence and collaboration with industry is essential.

Qualifications

• PhD in Media & Communication from a recognised university.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant teaching, research, and/or industry experience.
• Strong publication record with 2–3 indexed journal publications (ISI/Scopus Q1/Q2) within the last five years.
• Proven ability to secure external research grants as Principal Investigator with RM20,000–RM30,000 value.
• Scopus h-index of at least 3 is an advantage.
• Excellence in teaching delivery, curriculum development, and student engagement.
• Experience in using educational technologies for teaching and learning.
• Active involvement in research, consultancy, or professional practice.

Responsibilities

• - Deliver high-quality teaching through lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions within the assigned discipline.
• - Contribute to curriculum design, review, and enhancement to ensure programmes remain current, industry-relevant, and aligned with accreditation standards.
• - Develop engaging and innovative teaching materials using digital tools and pedagogical approaches.
• - Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, providing academic guidance.
• - Mentor and advise students to enhance learning experience and development.
• - Uphold high standards of teaching excellence consistent with the University’s expectations.
• - Engage in scholarly research and publish in indexed journals; present at conferences.
• - Participate in research projects as PI or Co-Investigator and pursue grants.
• - Build a growing research profile with measurable outputs; collaborate with industry.

Education

PhD in Media & Communication

Job description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Learning

• - Deliver high-quality teaching through lectures, tutorials, and practical sessions within the assigned discipline.
• - Contribute to curriculum design, review, and enhancement to ensure programmes remain current, industry-relevant, and aligned with accreditation standards.
• - Develop engaging and innovative teaching and learning materials using appropriate digital tools and pedagogical approaches.
• - Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate research projects, providing academic and research guidance to support student success.
• - Mentor and advise students to enhance their learning experience, professional development, and overall achievement.
• - Uphold and promote high standards of teaching excellence consistent with the University’s academic expectations.

Research

• - Engage actively in scholarly research and contribute to the advancement of knowledge within the relevant field.
• - Publish research findings in reputable indexed journals (ISI / Scopus) and present at academic or professional conferences.
• - Participate in research projects as Principal Investigator or Co-Investigator, and contribute to securing internal or external research grants.
• - Develop a growing research profile with measurable outputs and impact aligned with the University’s research priorities.
• - Foster interdisciplinary and collaborative research activities with colleagues, industry, and external partners.

Administration and Other Activities

• - Participate in departmental, school, and faculty meetings, committees, and working groups.
• - Contribute to the administration, coordination, and continuous improvement of academic programmes.
• - Engage in continuous professional development to maintain currency in academic practice and subject expertise.
• - Support initiatives that strengthen partnerships with industry, community organisations, and professional bodies.

REQUIREMENTS

• - PhD inMedia & Communicationfrom a recognised university.
• - Minimum of two (2) years of relevant experience in teaching, research, and/or industry practice, preferably within a higher education environment.
• - Strong publication record with 2–3 indexed journal publications (ISI / Scopus Q1 and Q2) within the last five (5) years.
• - Proven ability to secure external research grants as Principal Investigator , with a cumulative value of RM20,000–RM30,000.
• - Scopus h-index of at least 3 will be considered an added advantage.
• - Demonstrated excellence in teaching delivery, curriculum development, and student engagement..
• - Experience in developing and implementing innovative teaching methodologies and effective use of educational technologies.
• - Active involvement in research, consultancy, or professional practice with evidence of scholarly or industry-relevant outputs.
• - Commitment to continuous professional development and active engagement with relevant professional or academic bodies.