Professor - Foundational Literacy and Numeracy

RESPONSIBILITIES

Teaching & Learning

- Provide academic leadership in teaching and learning, including curriculum innovation, programme development, and the enhancement of pedagogical practices

- Design, prepare and deliver high-quality teaching and learning materials; conduct lectures, tutorials, and assessments in line with best practices to optimise student learning outcomes

- Mentor and support colleagues and postgraduate students in developing effective teaching and learning strategies

- Supervise postgraduate research and foster a culture of scholarly teaching and continuous improvement

- Uphold and advance high standards of teaching excellence to meet and exceed the University’s expectations for academic quality and student success.

Research

- Provide academic leadership in scholarly activities, including leading research projects, publishing in high-impact journals, presenting at international conferences, and engaging in relevant community or industry collaborations.

- Initiate and secure external research grants, and mentor colleagues in developing their research capacity.

- Achieve and sustain the specified research output and impact targets consistent with the Professor level of appointment.

Administration and Other Activities

- Provide leadership and strategic contributions in departmental, school, and faculty administration through active participation in committees, working groups, and governance activities.

- Lead or contribute to initiatives that enhance the effectiveness and reputation of the University’s academic and operational functions.

- Engage in continuous professional development and contribute to the advancement of academic and institutional excellence.

- Establish and strengthen linkages with external organisations, industry partners, and professional bodies to foster collaboration and promote the University’s academic profile.

REQUIREMENTS

- PhD in  Education, Learning Sciences, Early Childhood Education, Child Development, Curriculum & Instruction, Special Needs Education (related to literacy and numeracy), or a closely related field from a recognised university.

- Minimum of eight (8) years of relevant experience in teaching, research, and/or industry practice, preferably within a higher education environment.

- Strong publication record with 10 indexed journal publications (ISI / Scopus Q1 and Q2) within the last five (5) years.

- Proven ability to secure external research grants as Principal Investigator, with a cumulative value of RM150,000–RM200,000.

- Scopus h-index of at least 10.

- Successfully supervised and graduated at least three (3) PhD students by Research as the main supervisor.

- Demonstrated experience in curriculum development, teaching innovation, and pedagogical excellence.

- Evidence of mentoring and coaching colleagues and students to achieve academic excellence.

- Skilled in developing and applying innovative teaching methodologies, including effective use of digital and IT technologies.

- Active involvement in research projects, consultancy, or professional practice with evidence of scholarly or industry-relevant outputs.

- Commitment to continuous professional development and engagement with relevant professional or academic bodies.