Assistant Prof/Associate prof/ Prof

Muscat University

Deliver a high-quality teaching experience in foundation, undergraduate (Software Engineering), laboratory, postgraduate programmes and in executive programmes.

Ensure all necessary content and material is in place for the degree programmes in time.

Construct and plan student assignments, module delivery and assessment, ensuring coherence and relevance.

Liaise with the faculty Director on all student matters & timetable planning and manage module timetables, content & resource areas, liaising with academic & technical staff as appropriate.

Initiate high-quality learning and teaching/training activities that reflect the needs and contemporary currency of the subject and to foster a group dynamic and peer learning.

Engage with students and demonstrators during laboratory sessions to ensure a high level of understanding is achieved by the students.

Ensure all learning experiences comply with the expectations of all related standards of the Oman Academic Accreditation Authority (OAAA).

Monitor the student voice through meetings, surveys and reviews and liaise with the Faculty Director in relation to findings, initiating solutions to any student dissatisfaction or other issues.

Formulate and coordinate the Final Year Projects and Theses to ensure a consistent and rigorous process, including liaising with industry where necessary.

Attend Open Days, external events and interviews as required by the Faculty Dean to support recruitment activities.

Maintain flexible working patterns which include some evening and weekend work in support of Programme/Faculty/University business.

Actively engage with businesses/professional bodies/schools and colleges/communities/enterprises, etc., organize student outreach and invite industry speakers to enhance the student experience and facilitate industrial placement of students, as appropriate.

Organize, prepare and participate in University meetings and events including Boards of Examiners, Programme Reviews, Planning and Monitoring committees, Student/Staff Liaison, and faculty and university committees and policy developments.

Work with the Faculty Dean and other University representatives to ensure student attainment, success and progression by monitoring student attendance and performance, and obtaining student feedback.

Applicants should provide a current CV and a cover letter justifying their suitability for the position. In doing so, applicants should use their qualifications, experience in teaching and research in an HE environment, teaching areas of interest and ability, and motivation for applying to Muscat University.

Any other duties as deemed necessary by the Line Manager.

Applicants are required to submit a current CV and a cover letter outlining their suitability for the position. The cover letter should clearly highlight their academic qualifications, teaching and research experience in a higher education environment, areas of teaching interest and expertise, and their motivation for applying to Muscat University.

Qualifications, Experience & Competencies:

The Department invites applications for full-time and visiting faculty positions from suitable candidates. The position within the Software Engineering program requires:

• Educational Qualifications: A PhD in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related area from an internationally recognized university.
• Specialization Areas: Expertise in one or more of the following areas: Software Engineering principles, Software Design & Architecture, Software Testing and Quality Assurance, Agile Software Development, DevOps and Continuous Integration, Human-Computer Interaction or Software Maintenance & Evolution.
• Teaching Experience: Demonstrated experience teaching Software Engineering courses at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels and supervising research projects.
• Research Engagement: Active involvement in research within their areas of specialization, showing intellectual engagement with current trends and challenges in Software Engineering.
• Industry Experience: Preference will be given to candidates with relevant industry experience that complements their academic qualifications.
• Practical Skills: Candidates should possess necessary practical computing skills relevant to their areas of expertise.
• Certifications: Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP), Docker Certified Associate (DCA), ISTQB Certified Tester, IBM DevOps and Software Engineering Professional Certificate (DSEPC), Professional Software Engineering Master Certification (PSEM)b>, Certified Secure Software Lifecycle Professional (CSSLP) or demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.
• Community Participation: Evidence of active participation in university, professional, and local community initiatives related to Software Engineering.