Lecturer / Senior Lecturer - Intelligent Robotics (School of Engineering)

About the role

This role strengthens the School of Engineering's capability in Embodied AI, where intelligent behaviour emerges from the tight coupling of AI, hardware and physical interaction. It covers hands-on development of embodied intelligent systems, applying AI to real-world robotics and mechatronics problems, and designing and integrating intelligent robotic and mechatronic systems mechanically, electrically and in control.

Key responsibilities

• Deliver PET and CET curricula and develop course content covering curriculum design, delivery and project supervision in Embodied AI, Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Design and Advanced Simulation & Modelling.
• Design, review and maintain learning units on Embodied AI, including perception, learning, decision-making and control in robotic and mechatronic systems.
• Supervise and mentor learners on applied Embodied AI projects that integrate AI models with sensing, actuation and real-world robotic platforms.
• Coach and mentor learners and contribute to capability-building activities.
• Identify, initiate and lead industry collaborations, applied research and innovation initiatives, and plan and manage industry and applied projects while supervising learners.
• Lead or represent the department in committees and carry out administrative or management duties such as outreach, industry engagement and overseas educational trips.

Required profile

• A relevant qualification in Engineering or a related discipline.
• At least 3 years of relevant industry or applied experience in fields such as Embodied AI, Robotics, Mechatronics, Electronics, Mechanical Systems or Simulation.
• Demonstrated experience in Embodied AI, building and deploying intelligent robotic or mechatronic systems, applying AI or machine learning to robotics, mechanical design for robotics, mechatronic system design and simulation, or robotic systems development.
• Ability to turn hands-on system development and applied engineering practice into effective teaching and learning.

Required skills

• Design engineering analysis (CAE / FEA)
• Sustainability-driven engineering design
• Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills, with good interpersonal and communication abilities