Professor - International Relations

Taylor's University Sdn Bhd; Lakeside (FL); On-site; USD 38,215 - 50,954; Full time

Job summary

A leading Malaysian university is seeking a faculty member in International Relations. The role encompasses teaching, research, and administrative duties, requiring a PhD and extensive experience. Candidates should demonstrate a strong publication record and success in mentoring PhD students. The position offers an opportunity to engage in high-quality curriculum development and contribute to impactful research projects. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced academics to make a significant contribution in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Possess a PhD from a recognised university in International Relations related fields.
• At least eight years of experience in teaching, research, or industry.
• Strong publication record with 10-15 publications in C.I. journals in the last 5 years.

Responsibilities

• Undertake teaching duties including classes, tutorials, and curriculum development.
• Participate in scholarly activities and research presentations.
• Contribute to administrative responsibilities and departmental meetings.

Skills

Teaching and curriculum development

Research and publication

Grant writing

Mentoring PhD students

Effective use of IT in teaching

Education

PhD in International Relations or related fields

Job description

Department: School of Liberal Arts & Sciences (40000302)

Responsibilities

Teaching & Learning

• Undertake teaching and teaching related duties such as design, preparation and development of teaching materials; conduct classes/lectures, tutorials and practicals; consultation with students, invigilation, marking and assessment
• Participate and contribute in high quality programme and curriculum development
• Plan and implement teaching strategies to optimise student learning as well as to motivate them
• Support in research project work and scholarship of postgraduate students
• Establish and maintain high standards of teaching and effective learning to meet the University’s teaching and learning expectations

Research

• Participate in scholarly activities, including undertaking research, conference presentation, journal publications and relevant community work
• Support efforts to secure grants for research activities and scholarship as co-researcher
• Achieve the specified set of research outcome targets for Professor level of appointment

Administration and Other Activities

• Undertake and contribute in administrative responsibilities such as attending departmental meetings, participate in committees and working groups within the Department, School and Faculty
• Participate in continuous relevant professional activities
• Assist in establishing linkages with external organisations/ professional bodies in academic related matters

Requirements

• Possess a PhD from a recognised university in International Relations related fields
• Candidate must have at least eight(8) years of experience in teaching / research / industry
• Possess a strong publication record with at least 10 - 15 publications in C.I. journals (ISI, SCOPUS) in the last 5 years
• Secured research grant(s) as a Principal Investigator worth RM150,000-RM200,000 (cumulative)
• Graduated at least 3 PhD students
• H-index of minimum 10
• Experience working in higher education environment and a track record of teaching experience and professional knowledge of curriculum development or good record of professional experience with evidence of coaching and mentoring and a high quality of presentation skills
• Experience in developing teaching methodologies and materials, including the effective use of IT technologies in the facilitation of teaching and learning
• Experience working on research projects and activities or experience of professional practice/consultancy work, including evidence of appropriate outputs