Assistant / Associate / Full Professor in Control & Instrumentation Engineering

جامعة الملك فهد للبترول والمعادن; Makkah Region; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented faculty members for its Control and Instrumentation Engineering Department. This role offers an exciting opportunity to engage in world-class research in areas such as Intelligent Manufacturing, Renewable Energy, and Cyber-Physical Systems. Candidates will contribute to teaching and curriculum development while leading innovative research projects. The department is committed to fostering a supportive environment for personal and professional growth. If you possess a Ph.D. and a passion for advancing knowledge in engineering, this position is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Ph.D. from a top 200 QS-ranked university.
• Strong research potential with publications in reputed journals.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate teaching experience in instrumentation and control systems.
• Conduct original research and secure research grants.

Skills

Control Systems

Instrumentation

Machine Learning

Artificial Intelligence

IoT

Sensor Technologies

Actuation Systems

Dynamics Control

Education

Ph.D. in Control and Instrumentation Engineering

Job description

The Department of Control & Instrumentation Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals (KFUPM) invites applications for faculty positions in all ranks. Our faculty members are engaged in world-class research and development activities through various Interdisciplinary Research Centers at the University. The key thrust areas include Intelligent Manufacturing and Robotics, Renewable Energy and Power Systems, Unmanned Systems (Ground, Air, and Underwater Vehicles), Process Automation and Control, Cyber-Physical Systems, and Smart Logistics. We aim to become one of the top departments in Control and Instrumentation Engineering in the Middle East and globally. To achieve this, we seek bright minds with extensive research experience and expertise in Control, Instrumentation, and Actuation Systems. The department offers a conducive environment for personal and professional growth.

The department is particularly interested in candidates with outstanding academic qualifications and/or industrial experience in areas such as advanced instrumentation and control electronics, novel sensor technologies, IoT and cyber-physical systems, dynamics and control of electromechanical systems, linear and rotary actuators (including pneumatic, hydraulic, and magnetic systems), and the application of machine learning and artificial intelligence in control systems.

Candidates with an exceptional track record of scientific and technical accomplishments may be considered for the position of Distinguished Professor.

Applicants must hold a Ph.D. degree from a top 200 QS-ranked university in the relevant field.

The successful candidates will be expected to:

1. demonstrate teaching experience in instrumentation, actuation/MEMS devices, and control systems;
2. contribute to teaching and curriculum development for undergraduate and postgraduate programs and supervise students;
3. demonstrate strong research potential through publications in reputed journals;
4. conduct original research, lead research projects, and secure research grants, resulting in high-quality publications.

All applicants are required to apply online.

Female applicants are especially encouraged to apply.

For informal inquiries, contact the Department Chairman at [e-mail]. Please submit your application online via the 'Apply' button above.

For more information, visit the official website of the Control and Instrumentation Engineering Department.

All positions will remain open until filled.