TEACHING FELLOW/ASSOCIATE TEACHING FELLOW - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

Curtin University Malaysia; Miri; On-site; MYR 72,000 - 96,000; Full time

Job summary

Curtin University Malaysia invites applications for the role of Teaching Fellow / Associate Teaching Fellow in Information Technology. The position focuses on teaching Foundation and Diploma IT courses, as well as short courses, with opportunities for academic service and community engagement.

The role requires delivering diverse teaching formats, designing materials, and contributing to department goals within SPACE. Appointment is contract-based and teaching-focused.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology or closely related field from a recognised institution.
• Teaching Diploma/Experience: demonstrated teaching of foundation and diploma level students with online tools.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning experiences in face-to-face, blended, or online formats.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive, timely feedback.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to build partnerships within Curtin and the community.
• Teach IT-related units (e.g., Introduction to Software Engineering, Programming).

Skills

Resource Development

Technology Integration

Pedagogical Expertise

Communication Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Scholarship & Service

Education

Bachelor's degree in Information Technology

Job description

TEACHING FELLOW/ASSOCIATE TEACHING FELLOW - INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY

School of Pre-University and Continuing Education (SPACE)

Academic, Full Time (Contract)

Teaching Fellow/Associate Teaching Fellow – Information Technology

Department: Science and Technology. Appointment Type: Contract (Teaching Focused).

Role Overview

The School of Pre-University and Continuing Education (SPACE) invites applications for a Teaching Fellow / Associate Teaching Fellow to teach IT-related units.

The successful candidate will be involved in teaching Foundation and Diploma courses as well as other short courses. The role also involves academic service, collegial engagement and external community collaboration.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging learning experiences in face-to-face, blended, or online formats that actively stimulate and foster student learning.
• Assess student performance and provide constructive, timely feedback to support academic growth.
• Collaborate proactively with internal and external stakeholders, contributing to meaningful partnerships within Curtin and the broader community in alignment with the department’s engagement goals.
• Teaching all IT-related units (e.g., Introduction to Software Engineering, Programming).

Qualifications and Experience

• Qualifications: A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or a closely related field from a recognised institution.
• Teaching Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching Diploma and Foundation-level students (or equivalent age group), with familiarity in online teaching platforms and tools.

Skills and Competencies

• Resource Development: Ability to design and prepare high-quality teaching materials and assessments tailored to diploma and pre-university levels.
• Technology Integration: Skilled in leveraging technology to enhance teaching delivery and student engagement.
• Pedagogical Expertise: Strong understanding of contemporary educational practices and pedagogical approaches relevant to the discipline.
• Communication Skills: Exceptional English verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts clearly.
• Interpersonal Skills: High-level interpersonal and cross-cultural communication skills, fostering a collegial and supportive learning environment.
• Scholarship & Service: An emerging record of contribution to teaching scholarship and evidence of academic service at the department or faculty level.

Disclaimer: Curtin (Malaysia) Sdn Bhd reserves the right at its discretion to withdraw from the recruitment process, not to make an appointment, or to appoint by invitation, at any time.