Teaching Assistant in Mechanical/Mechatronics Engineering

Abu Dhabi University (ADU) is a private, multi-campus university dedicated to meeting the needs for educational opportunities in the United Arab Emirates and neighboring countries. The University is committed to offering challenging educational programs to all admitted students and program participants seeking a superior education regardless of their race, religion, color, gender, disability, or national origin. ADU promotes collegial, efficient, and effective management practices and is internationally accredited by the WASC Senior College and University Commission (WSCUC) in the USA. The university seeks and capitalizes upon opportunities to cooperate with peer institutions worldwide and applies state-of-the-art learning technologies in modern facilities.

The College of Engineering (CoE) grew rapidly in terms of the number of programs offered, the number of faculty, and the number of students. Today, the College became the largest private engineering college in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi with over 3000 students. With a wide range of undergraduate and postgraduate programs, the College offers the largest and most diverse number of programs for any engineering college in the country. The curricula of our programs are designed according to international standards and best practices in world-class universities. Engineering and IT programs in the College that have already graduated more than one cohort of students have either received or expected to receive in a couple of months, ABET accreditation. Our dedicated faculty are prudently chosen from top engineering schools in North America and Europe. Our state-of-the-art laboratory facilities provide a great environment for student learning. The College has received significant distinctions and awards nationally and internationally. It has MOUs and research collaboration with several international universities and is supported in research by two Centers of Excellence. We provide all means of success to our students and equip them with the necessary values, knowledge, and skill they need to prove themselves in today's highly competitive market.

CoE is currently inviting applications for Teaching Assistant appointment in Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering for Spring of Academic Year 2025-2026.

• Job Purpose

Provide instructional, laboratory, and administrative support for undergraduate classes in Mechanical Engineering and Mechatronics Engineering, including support for learning activities, grading, and course administration to enhance student success and instructional quality. These areas may include Renewable Energy Technologies, Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems, PLC and Industrial Automation, Mechatronics system design, and DCS/SCADA.

• Key Responsibilities

Tutor in and outside class; hold weekly office hours.

Prepare/upload course materials; maintain attendance and grades on Blackboard.

Proctor exams; assist with grading and feedback.

Conduct undergraduate lab experiments; collect/mark lab reports.

Design and document new lab experiments (procedures, rubrics, safety).

Supervise students on projects and support student activities.

Organize lab materials/equipment; track consumables; report maintenance.

Assist with course files and accreditation evidence.

Support faculty research (literature/data tasks), as assigned.

• Qualifications

Bachelor's in Mechanical/ Mechatronics Engineering (a must); Master's (a must).

Preferred: TA/lab experience.

• Reporting & Schedule

Reports to course instructor/Mechanical and Industrial Engineering department chair. On-campus role; occasional evening/weekend duties during exams/events.