Assistant Professor Robotics & Mechatronics Engineering Canadian University Dubai

Teaching Areas

• Teaching will span key thematic areas in Robotics and Mechatronics Engineering, including:
  Robotics, covering modelling, kinematics, sensing, control, and applications in industrial and service settings,
• Mechatronics Systems Design, integrating mechanical, electrical, and control subsystems into functional engineered solutions,
• Industrial Automation and PLCs, addressing industrial control architectures, PLC programming, SCADA concepts, and automation practices,
• Embedded sensing and actuation, including sensors, actuators, drives, and control interfaces for electromechanical systems, and
• Laboratory and professional practice, supporting safe, rigorous hands-on learning, system integration, prototyping, and industry-linked projects.

Research Focus
Successful candidates will contribute to applied and scholarly work that advances robotics, industrial automation, and mechatronic systems, aligned with regional priorities in advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0. Research may include, but is not limited to, the following thematic areas:

• Robotics and collaborative robotics, including industrial robots, cobots, perception, and safe human robot interaction,
• Mechatronic system integration, including electromechanical design, control, and intelligent automation for real-world deployment,
• Advanced manufacturing and rapid prototyping, including CNC methods, additive manufacturing, design for manufacturability, and test-driven prototyping, and
• Digitalisation for smart manufacturing, including connected systems, data-enabled automation, and practical Industry 4.0 applications.
• Research and innovation activity is expected to support high-quality scholarly outputs and meaningful industry collaboration, while contributing to CUD s mission in education, innovation, and societal impact.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as a subject matter expert supporting the Program Chair, Coordinator, and Department Chair in program delivery, laboratory readiness, and continuous improvement,
• Teach undergraduate courses in Robotics, Mechatronics Systems Design, Industrial Automation, PLCs, and closely related areas, ensuring engaging delivery, updated syllabi, and timely assessment,
• Design and deliver laboratory-intensive, practice-based learning experiences, supporting safe operation, robust experimentation, and effective student skill development,
• Supervise undergraduate graduation projects and applied student research, including industry-linked projects where appropriate,
• Support the development and effective operation of robotics, PLC, and mechatronics laboratories, including equipment utilisation, practical demonstrations, and learning resource enhancement,
• Contribute to accreditation, quality assurance, and outcome-based assessment processes, including documentation, mapping, and continuous improvement actions,
• Conduct applied research and scholarly activity aligned with robotics and electromechanical systems, aiming for high-quality publications and practical impact,
• Engage with industry through collaborative projects, guest lectures, advisory input, and industry-linked student learning activities,
• Participate in departmental and school committees and service activities, contributing to effective academic governance and a positive collegial culture, and
• Support student mentoring, advising, and career development initiatives, strengthening employability, professional skills, and student success.