Assistant Professor in Electrical and Electronic Engineering (Casual)

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Job Description Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to appoint a casual academic staff member to support the delivery of Probability, Statistics and Information Theory for the September intake.

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Job Description

Heriot-Watt University Malaysia is seeking to appoint a casual academic staff member to support the delivery of Probability, Statistics and Information Theory for the September intake. The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching, assessment, and student support for the course, ensuring an engaging and high-quality learning experience in line with Heriot-Watt University's academic standards. The role will be based at the University's campus in Putrajaya, Malaysia. Programmes are delivered in English and therefore fluency in English is essential.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Deliver Probability, Statistics and Information Theory in accordance with the academic standards, requirements, and expectations of the University.
Undertake teaching and assessment duties with classes that might have to be conducted on weekends.
Guidance and support for students, including providing additional assistance where necessary.
Liaise with the global course leader to ensure alignment and consistency in course delivery.
Preparation for all tutoring activities.
Marking of examination papers and the completion of all related administrative duties, in compliance with the policies, procedures, and requirements of the University.

This list of services to be provided may be amended from time to time through discussion and agreement with the coordinating person from the University.

All HWUM staff endeavours will embody our shared values of: Inspire, Collaborate, Belong, and Celebrate. 

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post and its general responsibilities. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.

Person Specification

This section details the attributes e.g. skills, knowledge/qualifications and competencies which are required in order to undertake the full remit of the role.

Education & Qualifications

Essential:

Master's degree or higher in Electrical Engineering, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Information Engineering, or a related discipline.

Desirable:

PhD in a relevant discipline; professional or teaching qualification in higher education.

Experience

Essential:

Experience teaching Probability, Statistics, Information Theory, or related subjects at tertiary level; ability to communicate complex concepts clearly and effectively; experience preparing and marking assessments.

Desirable:

Experience teaching in an international higher education environment; positive student feedback record; experience using learning management systems.

Competencies, Skills & Knowledge

Essential:

Strong written and verbal communication skills in English; sound knowledge of probability, statistics, and information theory; ability to engage and support students from diverse backgrounds; ability to work collaboratively with academic colleagues.

Desirable:

Experience with online or blended learning delivery; familiarity with UK higher education quality standards.

Special Factors (if applicable)

Essential:

Eligibility to be recognised as a Graduate Engineer with the Board of Engineers Malaysia (BEM)
Availability to teach during the September intake period

Desirable:

Prior experience teaching equivalent undergraduate courses

Essential Criteria – these are attributes without which a candidate would not be able to undertake the full remit of the role.  Applicants who do not clearly demonstrate in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be eliminated at the shortlisting stage.  

Desirable Criteria – these are attributes which would be useful for the candidate to hold.  When shortlisting, these criteria will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential criteria.   