Job Description

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Learning

• Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, including curriculum innovation, programme development, and the enhancement of pedagogical practices
• Design, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning materials; conduct lectures, tutorials, and assessments in line with best practices to optimise student learning outcomes
• Mentor and support colleagues and postgraduate students in developing effective teaching and learning strategies
• Supervise postgraduate research and foster a culture of scholarly teaching and continuous improvement
• Uphold and advance high standards of teaching excellence to meet and exceed the University’s expectations for academic quality and student success.

Research

• Provide academic leadership in scholarly activities, including leading research projects, publishing in high-impact journals, presenting at international conferences, and engaging in relevant community or industry collaborations.
• Initiate and secure external research grants, and mentor colleagues in developing their research capacity.
• Achieve and sustain the specified research output and impact targets consistent with the Professor level of appointment.

Administration and Other Activities

• Provide leadership and strategic contributions in departmental, school, and faculty administration through active participation in committees, working groups, and governance activities.
• Lead or contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and reputation of the University’s academic and operational functions.
• Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the advancement of academic and institutional excellence.
• Establish and strengthen linkages with external organisations, industry partners, and professional bodies to foster collaboration and promote the University’s academic profile.

REQUIREMENTS

• PhD in Electrical & Electronics Engineering from a recognised university.
• Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in teaching, research, and/or industry practice, preferably within a higher education environment.
• Strong publication record with 10–15 indexed journal publications (ISI / Scopus Q1 and Q2) within the last five (5) years.
• Proven ability to secure external research grants as Principal Investigator, with a cumulative value of RM300,000–RM600,000.
• Scopus h-index of at least 16.
• Successfully supervised and graduated at least three (3) PhD students by Research.
• Possession of at least one (1) approved patent, invention, or copyright.
• Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, teaching innovation, and pedagogical excellence.
• Evidence of mentoring and coaching colleagues and students to achieve academic excellence.
• Skilled in developing and applying innovative teaching methodologies, including effective use of digital and IT technologies.
• Active involvement in research projects, consultancy, or professional practice with evidence of scholarly or industry-relevant outputs.
• Commitment to continuous professional development and engagement with relevant professional or academic bodies.

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