Lecturer in Design Engineering

FACULTY OF ENGINEERING

Qualifications and Experience 

The successful candidate must possess at minimum a PhD from a recognised university in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Biosystems or Agricultural Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Innovation Engineering, or an equivalent in a closely related field. 

Candidates should also possess:

• Membership in a Professional Engineering Association
• Teaching experience at the undergraduate or postgraduate level in an equivalent or related discipline in the field of Engineering, at a recognized tertiary institution or university
• Good record of research and publications in reputable peer reviewed journals
• Proficiency in teaching and managing courses related to at least one (1) of the following:
  • Engineering Drawing
  • Machine Drawing
• Evidence of good student course evaluation associated results
• Proven ability to manage large groups of students
• Evidence of expertise in Solid Works Software or equivalent 

Candidates with the following would have an advantage:

• Postgraduate qualification or equivalent in a related field
• Experience in supervising postgraduate student projects at the MSc, MPhil and PhD levels
• Experience in integrating theory and practice
• Significant knowledge of Design Engineering 

The following would be considered assets:

• Certificate in university teaching and learning
• Industry experience
• Significant attraction of research funding 

Detailed application and full curriculum vitae should be sent to the Campus Registrar, c/o HR Division (Appointments Section), Main Administration Building, The University of the West Indies, St. Augustine, Trinidad and Tobago, W.I. via e-mail: STA-HRApplications@uwi.edu. Two (2) referees (one of whom should be from your present organization) must be indicated. Application forms may be obtained online by clicking Apply button above. Further particulars including remuneration package may also be obtained at the above address. In order to expedite the appointment procedures, applicants are advised to ask their referees to send their signed references under CONFIDENTIAL cover DIRECTLY to the Campus Registrar at the above address without waiting to be contacted by the University. Applications received after the deadline date will not be considered.

The University would like to thank all applicants for their interest. Please note, however, that only shortlisted candidates will be acknowledged or contacted.

Deadline for receipt of applications: 2026 May 17

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