Lab Instructor in Computer Science and Engineering | College of Engineering

The Department of Computer Science and Engineering at American University of Sharjah invites applications for the position of Lab Instructor commencing in Fall Semester 2024.

The successful candidate is expected to:

1. Prepare lab materials in consultation with the faculty.
2. Provide laboratory instruction to students.
3. Contribute to the continuous improvement of lab course materials.

Duties And Responsibilities

The Lab Instructor will:

1. Provide instruction in laboratories related to academic programs in computer science and computer engineering.
2. Work with faculty to develop lab materials for experiments.
3. Closely administer lab activities and provide timely feedback to faculty.
4. Supervise students in a professional manner and grade lab assignments.
5. Assist students in senior design project activities.
6. Perform regular lab equipment checks and follow up on equipment orders.
7. Support students' extracurricular activities.
8. Complete other service duties as assigned by the Head of Department.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate should have:

1. Master's degree in computer science or computer engineering or a related area.
2. Hands-on experience in trouble shooting and maintaining lab equipment.
3. Excellent communication skills in English (spoken and written).
4. Professional certifications.
5. Able to work in an interdisciplinary team environment.

A strong background in one or more of the following areas:

• Hardware: Digital Systems, Microcontrollers (e.g., PIC24, AVR, ARM), Assembly Programming (8086), Cyber-physical Systems (e.g., ESP, Raspberry PI, Photon), FPGA, VHDL or Verilog HDL, Programmable Logic Controllers and Data Acquisition.
• Software: Programming (C++, Java, Python), Software Engineering, Internet and IoT Programming, Software Design, Data Structures and Algorithms, Operating Systems, Database Systems, Programming Languages, Mobile Application Development (IOS and Android).
• Networking: Computer Networks, Cloud, Cyber Security.

How To Apply

Interested applicants should fill out the form and upload the required documents (PDF).

Documents are a cover letter and a detailed curriculum vitae (including a teaching statement, and names of at least three references who would be willing to write letters of recommendation).

The position is open until filled. AUS alumni are encouraged to apply.

Applicants who do not meet specified requirements will not be shortlisted. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

AUS is an equal opportunity employer. We adhere to a policy of making employment decisions without regard to race, color, age, gender, religion, national origin, disability or marital status. Opportunities for employment are based solely upon one's qualifications.