Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering (Bahrain)

About the Job

Location: Gulf University Bahrain - Fixed term for up to 3 years

Interviews will be in two stages:

Stage 1: 25 January 2023

Stage 2: 2 February 2023

We have a fantastic opportunity for a Lecturer/Senior Lecturer in Mechanical Engineering to deliver programmes on behalf of the University of Northampton’s Faculty of Arts Science and Technology, at our partners at Gulf University in Bahrain. 

Residing in Bahrain, the post holder will be an integral part of the College of Engineering at Gulf University and expected to lecture in mechanical engineering, at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.  The post holder will have the ability to offer knowledge and experience in some of the following areas: mechanical principles, mechanical design and simulation, statics and dynamics, heat and fluids, engineering mathematics.

For an informal discussion please contact Dr Peter Jones, Associate Dean email Peter.Jones2@northampton.ac.uk.

The successful candidate will receive competitive salary and benefits commensurate with their experience. This will include:

• Competitive salary commensurate with knowledge and experience
• Accommodation allowance
• Start and end of contract flights
• Relocation assistance
• Annual round trip flight allowance
• Medical insurance
• 100% School tuition fees for up to two children
• Occupational pension scheme

Please note the starting salary is dependent on experience.  We have provided two examples below for illustration purposes only:

• Lecturer with 2 years experience, PhD, 1-2 publications  - 1675 BHD per month including accommodation allowance
• Senior Lecturer with 10 years experience, PhD, more than 10 publications, more than 3 years experience working in industry – 1975 BHD per month including accommodation allowance.

To find out more about specific benefits and your personal income tax liabilities please e-mail hr@northampton.ac.uk

Qualifications

Essential:

• Degree qualification or equivalent in relevant subject
• Professional Recognition as HEA Fellow (D2) or teaching qualification recognised by HESA, or willingness to obtain within an agreed timescale

Desirable:

• Master’s degree in relevant subject
• Doctorate in relevant subject, completed or within 12 months of completion
• Relevant professional qualification

About Us 

Gulf University 

Gulf University is one of the reputed private universities in Bahrain. During the academic year 2019-20, GU has achieved Higher Educational Council (HEC) Institutional Accreditation. It was founded with a purpose not only to empower the Bahraini community with the knowledge and skills that will endow a whole nation but also to introduce a change regionally and internationally with an impactful education.

The University has strong commitment to offer excellent education and produce graduates who are fit for labour market with practical skills, creative and innovative in applying technology, effective communicators, critical thinkers and adaptable to a dynamic environment. It also encourages research activities with a sound impact both in academia and practice. The University’s stimulating environment supports its highly skilled staff and graduates to compete in increasing socio-economic challenges and engage in the development of Bahraini community and beyond.

University of Northampton

Right to Work

Work visa arrangements will be made in accordance with Bharaini requirements.

Equality 

The University of Northampton is committed to providing a vibrant, ethical and sustainable work, study and living environment that values equality, diversity and inclusion.

This commitment, along with our legal and moral obligations, provides an inclusive environment for staff, students and the public who may be affected by our activities.

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