Faculty Member teaching engineering product development and materials science at a young innovative university. Fostering hands-on, design-driven education with a focus on materials and manufacturing.
Responsibilities
Teach undergraduate, graduate, and professional courses in materials science, advanced manufacturing, and engineering product development, with emphasis on hands-on, project-based learning.
Design and deliver courses covering areas such as additive and digital manufacturing, materials processing and characterisation, nano- and functional materials, manufacturing systems, Industry 4.0, and design-for-manufacturing.
Develop and continuously refresh curriculum content to reflect emerging trends in materials, manufacturing technologies, sustainability, and digital design–manufacturing integration.
Mentor and supervise students at undergraduate, Master’s, and Doctoral levels on design projects and applied research, fostering innovation, entrepreneurship, and industry relevance.
Collaborate with faculty across pillars on interdisciplinary design and research projects that address real-world engineering and societal challenges.
Engage industry partners, government agencies, and other stakeholders to build collaborations, support sponsored projects, and contribute to executive education and lifelong learning programmes.
Requirements
A proven record of teaching and/or research in areas such as materials design and processing, advanced or additive manufacturing, digital manufacturing, nano- or functional materials, or related topics.
Relevant industry or applied research experience in these domains will be considered an advantage.
A strong interest in advancing the teaching and learning of design and manufacturing processes within the context of engineering product development, including materials selection, process–structure–property relationships, prototyping, and product realisation.
A willingness to address complex, multidisciplinary problems at the intersection of materials, manufacturing, and design, potentially spanning application domains such as sustainability, healthcare, aerospace, energy, or smart manufacturing.
The ability to interact effectively both face-to-face and virtually with students, peers, and all relevant stakeholders.
The drive to network and engage with funding agencies, industry partners, and professional bodies, and to create impactful collaborations and continuous learning programmes.
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Benefits
Competitive salary
Flexible working hours
Professional development opportunities
Collaborative work environment
Job title
Faculty Member – Teaching Track, Engineering Product Development
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