Senior Lecturer / Lecturer - Mechanical Engineering

Oryx University; Doha; On-site; QAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Housing allowance

Transport allowance

Private medical insurance

Tax-free income

Career progression opportunities

Job summary

Oryx University, in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University, invites applications for Senior Lecturer / Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering. The role delivers undergraduate modules, mentors students, and contributes to programme development and quality assurance.

Academic leadership and collaboration with LJMU are expected to advance research and teaching excellence. The position emphasizes teaching, research engagement, industry collaboration, and participation in accreditation

Qualifications

• PhD in Mechanical Engineering or closely related discipline.
• Proven university teaching and research experience.
• Exposure to Mechatronics is preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in English.
• Evidence of commitment to high-quality teaching, learning, and student success.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and within a team environment.
• A track record of scholarly research and peer-reviewed publications.
• Experience in curriculum design, module leadership, and quality assurance.
• Experience supervising research projects at undergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Engagement in consultancy, innovation, or applied industry projects.
• Involvement in programme development or accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver and assess undergraduate modules in Mechanical Engineering.
• Develop and update teaching materials aligned with current academic and industry developments.
• Contribute to the design, validation, and enhancement of academic programmes.
• Prepare and moderate assessments in accordance with LJMU academic regulations and assessment frameworks.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects and provide academic mentoring to students.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities aligned with the University’s priorities.
• Collaborate with industry partners and advisory boards to enhance programme relevance.
• Contribute to CPD and short courses.
• Participate in academic committees, departmental meetings, and institutional initiatives.
• Commit to continuous professional development and support the university’s growth.

Skills

Teaching experience

Research publications

Curriculum design

Module leadership

Industry collaboration

Mechatronics exposure

English proficiency

Education

PhD in Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Oryx University - in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University | Full time

Oryx University (OU), licensed by the Ministry ofEducation and Higher Education, Qatar, is a purpose-driven higher educationprovider in partnership with Liverpool John Moores University (LJMU). Over thepast five years, Oryx University has demonstrated rapid academic andinstitutional growth, with a strong commitment to nurturing positive minds for a sustainable future.

As part of our continued expansion, we invite applications from dynamic and motivated academics to join our Collegeof Engineering & Construction. Successful candidates will contribute to the delivery of our Mechanical Engineering| OU and other Engineering & Construction related programmes, jointly offered with LJMU.

About the Role

We are seeking Senior Lecturers / Lecturers in Mechanical Engineering to teach, mentor, and contribute to the continuous improvement of our programmes. The role requires both academic and professional engagement, fostering student success and advancing the University’s strategic goals.

Requirements

About You

• Deliver and assess undergraduate modules in MechanicalEngineering and related areas
• Develop and update teaching materials in line withcurrent academic and industry developments.
• Contribute to the design, validation, and enhancementof academic programmes.
• Prepare and moderate assessments in accordance withLJMU academic regulations and assessment frameworks.
• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate projects andprovide academic mentoring to students.
• Engage in research and scholarly activities alignedwith theUniversity’s strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with industry partners and advisory boardsto enhance programme relevance.
• Contribute to the delivery of continuing professionaldevelopment (CPD) and short courses.
• Participate in academic committees, departmentalmeetings, and institutional initiatives.
• Commit to continuous professional development andsupport the university’s growth and quality enhancement strategies.

Qualifications and Experience

• A PhD degree in Mechanical Engineering, or a closelyrelated discipline.
• Proven experience in teaching and research at theUniversity level.
• Exposure to Mechatronics, preferred.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills inEnglish.
• Evidence of commitment to high-quality teaching,learning, and student success.
• Ability to work effectively both independently andwithin a team environment.
• A track record of scholarly research and peer-reviewedpublications.
• Experience in curriculum design, module leadership, andquality assurance.
• Experience supervising research projects atundergraduate or postgraduate level.
• Engagement in consultancy, innovation, or appliedindustry projects.
• Involvement in programme development or accreditationprocesses.

Personal Attributes

• Passionate about teaching, mentoring, and fosteringstudent potential.
• Adaptable, innovative, and collaborative.
• Strong organizational, planning, and interpersonalskills.
• Committed to academic excellence and professionalintegrity.
• Able to thrive in a dynamic, multicultural academicenvironment.

• Annual Salary: Market competitive salary (inclusive of housingand transport allowances)
• Tax-Free Income: Salaries in Qatar are exempt from local incometax.
• Private MedicalInsurance: Provided for the employee and eligibledependents.
• Professional Growth: Opportunities for rapid career advancement basedon performance and leadership contribution.