Adjunct Mechanical Instructor

UOWD10638 - Adjunct Mechanical Instructor

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Job Family

Not Applicable

Department

School of Engineering

Contract Type

Location

Dubai

About UOWD:

Established in 1951 and ranked in the top 1% of universities worldwide , Australia's University of Wollongong is a global brand with international campuses in Dubai, Hong Kong and Malaysia.

University of Wollongong Dubai (UOWD) offers over 40 internationally recognised bachelor and master degrees spanning 10 in-demand industry sectors. All of our degree courses are accredited by the UAE Ministry of Education's Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) and licensed by Dubai's Knowledge and Human Development Authority (KHDA), as well as being recognised by leading professional organisations such as AACSB, ACCA, ACS, CIM, CIPD, CPA, Engineers Australia, PMI, and others.

The first internationally accredited Australian university in the UAE, we are the education gateway of choice for over 3,500 students, representing 100+ nationalities. Our global community of 152,000 alumni are pursuing career goals with respected blue-chip companies and industry giants such as 3M, ADCB, Adidas, Amazon, Deloitte, Emirates, FedEx, GE, IBM, Microsoft and Pepsico. Additionally, research reveals that 83% of fresh graduates are employed within six months of graduation.

Life at UOWD is rooted in the continued pursuit of excellence through teaching, research and industry engagement, with the student experience at its heart. Our 200,000-square-foot campus at Dubai Knowledge Park features access to cutting-edge technologies and a mix of traditional and innovative learning spaces, all housed in a vibrant modern setting that promises to deliver an enriched learning experience for our students. Located strategically near the Palm and the Burj Khalifa, the University benefits from the huge investment and innovation opportunities the city is known for globally.

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About the School and the program:

The School of Engineering in Dubai started in 2012 and offers the undergraduate engineering majors of Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer and Autonomous Systems Engineering, Electrical and Electronic Engineering, and recently the Mechatronics Engineering major.

The school operates as one unit with Program Leaders in Mechanical, Civil and Electrical Engineering leading the Majors. The Year 1 is common to all engineering students, and a number of higher-level subjects are also shared. As such there is a high level of collaboration both in teaching and in research. The Mechatronics Engineering major sits within the Mechanical Engineering Program leader but nearly half the subjects of the courses are from the Electrical discipline.One can refer to more details about the two programs below:

The School of Engineering at the University of Wollongong in Dubai (UOWD) is seeking qualified and motivated Adjunct Tutors to support teaching in our undergraduate engineering programs.

This role involves teaching a practical subject that develops essential engineering skills for students across Mechanical, Mechatronic, Materials Engineering.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver lab sessions and tutorials covering standard machine tools (drill press, lathe, mill, and hand tools)
• Deliver content on manufacturing processes, options, limitations, and accuracy
• Teach sensors and instrumentation for engineering applications
• Lead data collection, error analysis, and data processing activities
• Utilize Matlab/Simulink and spreadsheet tools for engineering analysis
• Support students in applying concepts to real-world engineering problems
• Assess and provide feedback on student performance
• Collaborate with course coordinators to ensure learning outcomes are met

Qualifications & Experience

• Master's degree in Mechanical, Mechatronic, Materials, or a related field of Engineering (PhD desirable but not essential)
• Minimum 1 year of teaching or tutoring experience at undergraduate level
• Hands-on expertise with machining, manufacturing processes, sensors, and instrumentation
• Proficiency with Matlab/Simulink and spreadsheet techniques
• Ability to work effectively in a multicultural, student-centered environment

Compensation and Benefits

UOWD is the first international Australian university in the UAE, offering world-class programs in a dynamic multicultural setting. As an Adjunct Tutor, you will play a key role in developing the practical skills and professional competencies of future engineers.

The University offers adjunct tutors at undergraduate level a compensation of AED 6000 per trimester for tutorials and AED 5000 per trimester for lab sessions. This covers teaching, grading and providing subject consultation for students. The University is located in Knowledge Village, Dubai and has excellent teaching, learning and research facilities as well as a Library that meets international standards.

UOWD is an equal opportunity employer that attracts, develops, motivates, empowers, and retains a diverse workforce.

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