Lecturer in Thermodynamics

Qualifications and Experience:

The successful candidate must possess at minimum, a PhD from a recognised university, which should be in Mechanical Engineering or Biosystems or Agricultural Engineering, or an equivalent in a closely related field.

Candidates should also possess:

• Membership in a Professional Engineering Association
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate or postgraduate level in an equivalent or related discipline in the field of Engineering, at a recognized tertiary institution or university
• Good record of research and publications in reputable peer reviewed journals
• Proficiency in teaching and managing courses related to Thermodynamics
• Proven ability to manage large groups of students 

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Postgraduate qualification or an equivalent in a related field
• Experience in supervising postgraduate student projects at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels
• Experience in integrating theory and practice
• Significant knowledge of the Thermodynamics arm of Mechanical Engineering

The following would be considered assets:

• Certificate in university teaching and learning
• Industry experience
• Significant attraction of research funding

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching courses at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Supervising postgraduate students at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels
• Planning, developing and delivering course material (lectures, laboratory, tutorials, examinations, and reporting artefacts)
• Ensuring the quality of preparation and grading of examinations, assignments and laboratories for assigned courses
• Providing leadership and vision in developing teaching and research in Thermodynamics that will impact the Caribbean region and can have other international impact
• Attracting external research and development funding
• Coordinating undergraduate and postgraduate programmes and providing academic advising and supervision for undergraduate and postgraduate students
• Fostering intra/inter Faculty/Campus teaching and research networks
• Serving on Committees at the Department, Faculty and University levels 

Personal Attributes:

The Campus places high priority on individuals of integrity who can work well in a team and student friendly environment. Candidates should also possess good communication and interpersonal skills. A good command of both oral and written English is essential.

Candidates should also:

• Be able to work proactively and provide leadership within collaborative and multi-disciplinary teams
• Be committed to excellence in teaching with ability to apply diverse positive teaching methods
• Be able to interact and work well with staff, students and industry stakeholders
• Have excellent organizational skills
• Be able to work in a multidisciplinary environment
• Be familiar with tertiary level education in the Caribbean
• Be committed to supporting outreach activities, that promote the multifaceted and rich aspects of the programmes and activities within the Department and Faculty of Engineering
• Be self-motivating and have a strong interest in mentoring and motivating students
• Display service to university and community 

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.