Job Title: Graduate Teaching Assistant (GTA) in Engineering (Chemical, Energy) or closely related disciplines, Faculty of Engineering Job Summary: This is a predominantly teaching focused position to manage and support delivery of postgraduate, undergraduate, foundation and executive programmes. Applicants should demonstrate excellence in assisting teaching and research. Preference will be given to candidates with previous experience in teaching and research engagement. The successful candidate is expected to:

- Assist in teaching: Support the delivery of modules at the undergraduate level in subjects related to chemical, electrical, or mechanical engineering. Engagement with classes, laboratories, and supervision is expected in both semesters (2 semesters per academic year).

- Supervise Projects: Assist in supervising undergraduate design projects through multiple modules, and support in supervising students through laboratory experimentation sessions. Throughout these tasks, the GTA will ensure students are receiving guidance on their work, methodologies and outcomes.

- Engage in Research: Work with research supervisors and assist in the conduct of research activities that lead to meeting the research goals of the faculty.

- Collaborate for Grants: Support in developing research collaborations that result in research grant applications, enhancing the department's funding and research capabilities.

- Curriculum Development: Participate in curriculum development, and graduate supervision while attracting research funding to support program initiatives.

- Community Engagement: Participate in service activities for the university as well as professional and local communities, promoting the importance of engineering science.

Responsibilities:

- Reporting to the academic director of the relevant faculty (line manager)

- Complete an annual report, submit to the line manager

- Following the shadowing period (1 year) to lead on the seminar delivery for the shadowed modules while continuing to attend the same lectures.

- Assisting in assessment marking and entering grades on the system

- Support discussion sections, tutorials, lab sessions, and attending faculty meetings

- Assist students with coursework, study strategies, and problem-solving

- Address student concerns and refer serious issues to the instructor

- Set up equipment or software for labs or demonstrations

- Take attendance and manage class records

- Assist in invigilating exams

- Provide feedback about student progress and course effectiveness

Job Features Responsible To Faculty Dean, Faculty of Engineering Location Muscat, Oman (some local travel may be required) Hours Full time/Part Time. Hours as necessary for the role. Start date 01-10-2026

Desired Candidate Profile

Requirements The Department invites applications for full-time candidates. The position within the faculty of engineering requires:

• Educational Qualifications: Muscat University alumni with BEng in Chemical Engineering, BEng in Energy Engineering, and MSc in Renewable Energy Engineering.
• Teaching Experience: Preferred to have experience in teaching/tutoring engineering courses at the undergraduate level and supervising students.
• Research Engagement: Preferred to have experience or engagement in research within their areas of specialization, showing intellectual engagement with current trends and challenges in engineering.
• Practical Skills: Candidates should possess necessary practical computing skills relevant to their areas of expertise.
• Certifications: Professional certifications are plus, demonstrating a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Applicants should provide a current CV and a cover letter justifying their suitability for the position. In doing so, applicants should use their qualifications and related experience in academia and research in an HE environment, teaching areas of interest and ability, and motivation for applying to Muscat University. While we value the interest shown by every applicant, we are able to respond only to short-listed candidates. * The job description may be altered at any time in the future in line with the level of the post to meet changing institutional requirements, but only in full consultation with the post-holder.