Assistant / Associate Professor in Robotics

About the role

AAU is recruiting an Assistant / Associate Professor in Robotics, based on its campuses in Abu Dhabi and Al Ain. The post holder teaches students in robotics-related disciplines, conducts research and contributes to curriculum and accreditation work.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and deliver courses in the specified discipline areas, including a variety of specialized robotics courses.
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress and give feedback to support student success.
• Engage in quality research and publish in journals of high repute.
• Support curriculum development and course management in line with university and college standards.
• Take part in accreditation initiatives at local and international levels.
• Guide students toward careers in local, regional and international contexts.
• Participate in community engagement activities that benefit the university and the local community.

Required profile

• Ph.D. in Robotics, Robotics Engineering, Mechatronics, Electrical, Mechanical or Computer Engineering, or a closely related field, with a strong robotics specialization.
• Proven track record of university-level teaching with at least 2 years of experience.
• Research published in journals indexed in the Scopus database.
• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Arabic, orally and in writing.

Required skills

• Dedication to continued professional development and to renewing and developing curricula.
• Advanced use of technology in teaching, such as presentations and e-learning systems.