Professor – Mechanical

JOB SUMMARY

The School of Engineering and Science invites applications for the position of Professor – Mechanical / Manufacturing Engineering. Candidates should have expertise in one or more of the following areas: Vibration, Dynamic Systems and Control, Renewable Energy System Management, Hydrogen Technology Systems Design, or Advanced/Smart Manufacturing.

Applicants must hold a PhD in a relevant discipline from a recognized institution and be registered with a professional body. Professional qualifications such as PEng, IPEA, or APEC Engineer, or active progress toward these, will be considered a strong advantage.

The ideal candidate should have extensive teaching experience in higher education, a strong record of impactful research and leadership, and the ability to build meaningful collaborations between academia and industry.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Contribute to the ongoing development of curriculum and instructional materials across programs and levels.
• Deliver high-quality teaching including lectures, tutorials, labs, and assessments, ensuring strong learning outcomes.
• Provide academic consultation and mentoring to students.
• Continuously improve teaching, training, and mentoring practices.
• Support the Faculty's learning, teaching, and academic initiatives.
• Build and maintain a strong research and scholarly portfolio.
• Supervise honours, postgraduate, and doctoral students.
• Participate in research training, contribute to research group development, and expand collaborative research networks.
• Uphold high academic, ethical, and professional standards.
• Contribute to the administration and enhancement of academic programs.
• Engage with industries and professional sectors to strengthen partnerships.
• Demonstrate leadership in academic, research, professional, and community activities that align with the Faculty's goals.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• A PhD in Mechanical, Manufacturing, or a related discipline from a recognized institution.
• Professional registration with a recognized body such as the Board of Engineers Malaysia.
• Possession of or progress toward a professional qualification such as PEng, IPEA, or APEC Engineer is desirable.
• Expertise in one or more of the following fields: Vibration, Dynamic Systems and Control, Renewable Energy System Management, Hydrogen Technology Systems Design, or Advanced/Smart Manufacturing.
• Significant teaching experience at the tertiary level.
• A proven track record of high-quality, impactful research and recognized leadership in research.
• Experience in developing effective academic-industry partnerships is an advantage.
• Strong academic performance from pre-university level onwards.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.
• Evidence of innovation such as copyrights, patents, or contributions to academic entrepreneurship will be valued.

Job Types: Full-time, Contract

Pay: RM19, RM29,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person