Faculty Assistant
Job Reference: 31676-Faculty Assistant
Company: RecruitArab - recruiter
Industry: Manufacturing
Job Title: Faculty Assistant – Manufacturing
Location: Dubai, UAE
Closing Date: 2024-09-18
Application Email: apply@emiratesrecruiter.com
Job Description:
We are seeking a dedicated and highly organized Faculty Assistant to support our academic team in the Manufacturing department. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring the smooth operation of academic activities, providing administrative support, and enhancing the educational experience of our students.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Administrative Support:
- Assist faculty members in preparing course materials, including syllabi, lecture notes, and presentations.
- Coordinate and manage faculty schedules, including meetings, office hours, and appointments.
- Maintain accurate records of student attendance, grades, and academic performance.
2. Student Engagement:
- Serve as the first point of contact for students, addressing inquiries related to courses, academic policies, and administrative processes.
- Organize and facilitate student workshops, seminars, and events related to manufacturing and engineering disciplines.
- Assist in the onboarding of new students, including orientation programs and information sessions.
3. Research Assistance:
- Provide support in research activities, including literature reviews, data collection, and analysis.
- Help faculty members prepare research proposals, grant applications, and reports.
- Maintain and organize research documentation and databases.
4. Curriculum Development:
- Assist in the development and review of curriculum materials and assessments.
- Collaborate with faculty to ensure that course content aligns with industry standards and best practices in manufacturing.
5. Compliance and Reporting:
- Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures regarding academic integrity and student affairs.
- Assist in the preparation of reports and presentations for faculty meetings and departmental reviews.
6. Office Management:
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the faculty office, including maintaining supplies and equipment.
- Coordinate travel and accommodation arrangements for faculty members attending conferences and workshops.
- Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, Education, or a related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of experience in an academic or administrative role, preferably within a manufacturing or engineering environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with academic management systems.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Skills:
- Strong problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to tasks.
- Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships with students, faculty, and staff.
- An understanding of manufacturing processes and educational methodologies is highly desirable.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously and prioritize effectively.
If you are passionate about education and have a keen interest in supporting the manufacturing sector, we invite you to apply for this exciting opportunity. Please submit your resume and a cover letter detailing your qualifications and experience to apply@emiratesrecruiter.com by the closing date of 2024-09-18.
We look forward to your application!
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