Visiting Assistant / Associate or Professor in Mechanical Engineering
Ajman UniversityJob Description
Job Title: Visiting Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering Qualifications & Experience - Graduated with a Ph.D. from a reputable university - Outstanding teaching record in at least one of the following areas:1. Thermo-fluids - Manufacturing and materials - Outstanding research and publications record in top journals - Adequate experience in supervising student projects and thesis papers - A record of collaborative and interdisciplinary research would be an advantage - Excellent record in community service and scholarly activities Essential Duties & Responsibilities - Develop and teach undergraduate courses in Mechanical Engineering. - Engage in innovative and technology-based approaches to learning and teaching - Participate in committees at the departmental, college, and/or university levels as assigned - Actively engage in promoting the growth of the Ajman University - Ability to provide consultancy services to researchers and the business community. - Assess and track each student's progress and give feedback to support ongoing success. - Conduct high-quality research in his/her own field and publish research outcomes in reputable journals and conferences - Collaborate across departments, with industry, government agencies, and international partners - Build and strengthen industry partnerships, secure collaborative projects, and facilitate technology transfer - Participate in accreditation processes, program review, and curriculum enhancement. - Ensure a respectful and culturally sensitive learning environment in all college-focused activities - Establish and maintain effective work relationships across the organization and community - Motivate and inspire confidence in others (students and colleagues) to overcome limitations to personal growth and success - Actively seek out methods, procedures, and resources to best achieve course and lesson objectives - Maintain relationships with students that are conducive to learning - Perform miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned Knowledge & Skills - Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing - Familiarity with the “Credit Hour” academic system - Ability to supervise student work - Ability to provide academic advising for students - Ability to conduct independent research and publish in reputable journals and conferences - Ability to work effectively with diverse team members - Knowledge of academic program planning and implementation - Familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS) APPLICATION PROCESS A Completed Application Will Include - A letter of interest addressing qualifications for the position.2. A current curriculum vitae. - A statement of teaching philosophy and research. - A list of three professional references with names, titles, phone numbers, and email addresses- including a current or previous supervisor.