School of Engineering - Mechanical Lecturer

Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Mechatronics)

Department: School of Engineering
Employment Type: Full-Time
Contract Type: 2-Year Contract

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver high-quality teaching, learning, and assessment at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Lead or contribute to modules in areas including:
  • Control Systems
  • Instrumentation and Automation
  • Electrical and Electronic Principles
  • Probability and Statistics for AI and Optimization
  • Industry 4.0
  • Mathematics and Applied Sciences
  • Individual and Capstone Projects
• Create engaging learning experiences using innovative teaching methods and technology-enhanced learning.
• Ensure teaching is informed by current research, industry practices, and emerging technologies.
• Supervise student projects and provide academic guidance and personal tutoring.
• Contribute to curriculum design, quality assurance, and continuous enhancement initiatives.
• Support student recruitment, employability activities, and the overall student experience.
• Collaborate with colleagues across the School and participate in academic committees and working groups.
• Build and maintain partnerships with industry, professional bodies, and external organizations in Egypt and internationally.
• Engage in professional development and contribute to the University’s internationalization and knowledge exchange activities.
• Participate in research and scholarly activities, including publications, externally funded projects, conference presentations, collaborative research, and supervision of research students.

Qualifications & Experience

Applicants should possess:

• A PhD in Mechanical Engineering, Mechatronics, or a closely related discipline (or equivalent professional qualifications where applicable).
• Experience teaching in higher education or demonstrated expertise in delivering technical training, mentoring, or professional instruction.
• Strong knowledge in one or more of the following areas: Control Systems, Automation, Instrumentation, Electrical and Electronic Principles, Industry 4.0, Mathematics, Applied Sciences, or AI-related optimization methods.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• The ability to work independently while collaborating effectively within multidisciplinary teams.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency in the use of digital technologies to support teaching and learning.
• A commitment to delivering an outstanding student experience and promoting inclusive, student-centered education.

Desirable Attributes

Preference may be given to candidates who have:

• Professional or active membership in relevant engineering bodies.
• A recognized teaching qualification or higher education teaching accreditation.
• Research publications, consultancy experience, or involvement in externally funded projects.
• Experience working with industry partners or international collaborations.
• Experience contributing to curriculum innovation, transnational education, or commercial training initiatives.
• Multilingual abilities and experience working in diverse or international environments.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to participate in occasional evening or weekend academic activities, including recruitment events.
• Flexibility to travel locally or internationally as required.
• A commitment to continuous professional development and contributing to the strategic growth of the School of Engineering.