Associate Professor: Mechanical Engineering
Core
Lead undergraduate and postgraduate teaching, coordinate modules, and drive high-quality research in mechanical engineering.
Role type
Associate Professor (Mechanical Engineering)
Builds
Academic curriculum, peer-reviewed research publications, funded research projects, and postgraduate degrees
Domain
Higher Education / Mechanical Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
pedagogical approaches, module coordination, curriculum development, grant writing, research leadership, postgraduate supervision, industry partnership building
Preferred skills
NRF rating experience, interdisciplinary research focus, commercialization of research outputs
Technologies
blended learning platforms, problem-based learning frameworks, research management systems
Responsibilities
Deliver high-quality undergraduate and postgraduate teaching using innovative pedagogical approaches; Lead module coordination and ensure quality assurance of assessment practices; Maintain a sustained record of high-quality, peer-reviewed publications; Develop and lead funded research projects and secure external grants; Supervise Masters and Doctoral candidates to successful completion; Establish and sustain partnerships with industry and professional bodies