Associate Professor, Mechanical Engineering

Prince Mohammad bin Fahd University

The members of PMU's Mechanical Engineering faculty will:

• Carry out the duties of the position in accordance with College values and standards and in line with College policies and procedures, upholding high professional standards and leading by example.
• Work with our students as members of a learning community to provide world-class education and an excellent student experience.
• Integrate the College value of inclusiveness into all appropriate aspects of the job, respecting the dignity and diversity of all members of the College community and of visitors to the College.
• Promote the values of collegiality within the College community.

Qualifications & Experience (Required)

Suitable candidates are expected to have research interest and experience in teaching the following areas:

• System Dynamics/Vibrations and Robotics
• CAD/CAM/FEA
• Experimental Thermofluids and
• Experimental Solid Mechanics

Suitable candidates are also expected to:

• teach undergraduate courses
• develop graduate courses and programs and
• develop funded research programs

Duties and Responsibilities

• Contribute at an appropriate level to school and faculty policy and practice in teaching.
• Play a significant role in the design, development, and planning of courses and programs within the subject area as required.
• Play a significant role in the review of courses and programs and in assessment, quality assurance, and quality enhancement as required.
• Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate.
• Provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework and examinations.
• Provide general support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate.

• Maintain an appropriate scholarly or professional development activity and to keep up to date with developments in the field as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.
• Participate in the comprehensive advisement of students majoring in the College.
• Contribute to the overall work of the College and/or equivalent external organizations by representing the institution and faculty on appropriate committees and groups.
• Contribute to the management and administrative processes and committee structures of the School, faculty, and College, as required.
• Participate in, manage, or lead major initiatives or areas of work (as either sustained or one-time projects) that facilitate School, faculty, or College performance and accreditation, as required.
• Participate in the recruitment, management, development, and mentoring of colleagues, as required.
• Perform any and all other position-related duties as requested by Chair, Dean, Vice President, or President.