lecturer - entreprenuership & commercialization

Job description:

Teaching & Academic Responsibilities:

• Developing and implementing new methods/technology of teaching to reflect changes in research.

• Deliver lectures, seminars, and tutorials in assigned courses.

• Designing, preparing and developing teaching materials.

• Setting, invigilate and marking examinations.

• Develop and update course materials, ensuring alignment with academic and industry standards.

• Ensures that accurate records of assignment marks, examination papers, work completed, etc. are kept.

• Assessing students' coursework, student performance through assignments, examinations, and practical applications.

• Supervise student research projects, internships, and dissertations.

• Provide academic counseling and mentorship to students.

• Supporting students through a pastoral / advisory role

Industry Engagement:

• Collaborate with industry partners for guest lectures, internships, site visits, and project-based learning.
• Establish and maintain industry linkages to enhance graduate employability.

Curriculum Development:

• Actively participate in the review and development of curriculum and syllabus updates to ensure relevance and industry alignment.
• Contribute to the creation of innovative and outcomebased education (OBE) learning materials.

Conference Participation:

• Attend and present at academic and professional conferences to enhance subject-matter expertise and institutional visibility.
• Encourage student participation in relevant academic events.

Student Retention & Engagement:

• Monitor student progress and engagement to support retention strategies.
• Conduct academic advising and mentoring for students.

MySETARA Compliance:

• Contribute to academic activities aligned with MySETARA criteria and performance indicators.
• Ensure quality assurance processes support institutional rankings and standards.

Physical & Online Teaching (Johor Bahru & Kuala Lumpur Campuses):

• Deliver lectures and tutorials both in-person and via online platforms across JB and KL campuses.
• Adapt content delivery for hybrid and blended learning environments.

KPT & MQA Compliance and Audits:

• Ensure all academic activities comply with the Ministry of Higher Education (KPT) and Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA) standards.
• Participate in internal and external audits and accreditation exercises.

Filing & Academic Records Management:

• Maintain accurate and timely records of student performance, attendance, and course documentation.
• Ensure secure and organized filing systems aligned with institutional policies.

Research & Innovation:

• Engage in research activities, contributing to peer

-reviewed publications and conferences.

• Collaborate with colleagues and industry partners on research projects.

• Apply for research grants and funding opportunities.

• Writing up research and preparing it for publication.

• Undertaking personal research projects and actively contributing to the Institution's research profile.

• Supervising students research activities and internship.

• Participates actively in University College and school research colloquiums, workshops and seminars in order to enhance research and discipline knowledge. Training & Consultancy:

• Develop and deliver professional training programs tailored to industry needs.

• Provide consultancy services to organizations and businesses, leveraging subject matter expertise.

• Participate in workshops, seminars, and conferences to share knowledge and best practices.

• To conduct all relevant Training & Consultancy programs and other related tasks for our clients anywhere in the world.

MECA – Maritime Entrepreneurship & Commercialization Accelerator:

• Involve in designing, developing, and delivering entrepreneurship-focused modules tailored for the maritime sector.
• Support commercialization strategies and mentor participants in business incubation and startup development.

FLP – Future Leader Program:

• Facilitate leadership training modules aimed at grooming high-potential students and young professionals.
• Contribute to personal development, innovation, and critical thinking skill-building workshops.

Design and Development of Professional Programs:

• Lead or contribute to the design, development, and enhancement of professional and executive education programs.
• Ensure program content meets industry standards, market demand, and complies with regulatory bodies (e.g., MQA, KPT).
• Collaborate with industry partners, academic advisors, and internal stakeholders to ensure relevance and quality.
• Develop modular, flexible content suitable for working professionals, including micro-credentials, short courses, and certification-based programs.
• Participate in the evaluation and continuous improvement of program delivery and learner outcomes.

Administrative & Institutional Contributions:

• Assist in the development and improvement of academic programs.

• Contribute to faculty meetings, curriculum planning, and accreditation processes.

• Support departmental and institutional goals through committee participation and event coordination.

• Ensure compliance with university policies and regulations.

• Undertaking Continuous Professional Development (CPD) and participating in staff training activities.

• Representing the Institution for professional conferences, seminars and contributing to these as necessary.

• Assist in managing an effective induction program for new employees to enable a positive on-boarding experience.

• Establishing collaborative links outside Institution with industrial, commercial and public organization.

• Participates actively in departmental and school activities.

• Align HR policies, strategies, relations and engagement activities to management and company vision.

Lecturers are expected to actively contribute to the administrative and developmental activities of the institution. Responsibilities include:

• Participation in faculty and university committees, meetings, and academic planning activities.
• Involvement in program review, accreditation, and quality assurance initiatives.
• Coordination and support of academic events, seminars, and student development programs.
• Engagement with Academic and Industry Advisors
• Establish and maintain regular communication with appointed academic and industry advisors.

• Coordinate advisor meetings to ensure alignment between academic programs and industry expectations.

• Convocation Involvement:

• Support planning and execution of convocation ceremonies.

• Participate in academic processions and assist with graduate coordination and event logistics.

Job Type: Contract

Work Location: In person