The German International University (GIU) is a German cultural institution located in the New
Administrative Capital, Egypt, and established under the frame of the Cultural Agreement of 1960
and 1984 concluded between the Arab Republic of Egypt and the Federal Republic of Germany.
GIU was established in cooperation with the German State Universities of Applied Sciences,
notably
HTW Berlin, HWR Berlin, TH Ulm, and HHN.
The university offers industry-focused and future-oriented
Bachelor’s and Master’s Degrees in
different specializations and majors, in the
Faculties of Engineering, Informatics and
Computer Science, Business Administration, Design, Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical
Engineering and Technology and Architectural Engineering.
The
Faculty of Engineering invites applications for the following position effective September
2021.
Full Professor / Associate Professor / Lecturer in Automotive Engineering
Job profile:
We are looking for a personality with proven scientific and professional experience in Automotive
Engineering. We expect in-depth knowledge in one or more of the areas: Dynamic behavior of
vehicles, Vehicle Powertrain, Engineering Design in Automotive, autonomous driving, and/or
advanced driver assistance systems. The applicant should be ready to familiarize himself with
neighboring disciplines in the field of mechatronics. The position will be equipped with a modern
research and training lab.
Qualifications:
- Candidates should hold a Ph.D. or Doctorate.
- Candidates should be able to demonstrate their extensive professional experience through
particular achievements in the application or development of scientific knowledge and
methods in at least five years of professional practice after graduation. Of these, at least
three years must have been exercised outside the higher education sector, preferably in
the Automotive Industry.
- Track record of collaborative research and successful supervision.
- Excellent teaching ability at both the undergraduate and graduate levels.
- High capacity to develop pedagogical innovations and to manage a study program.
- Excellent communication skills (oral, written, presentation).
- Proficiency in English (oral and written).
Successful candidates are expected to be committed to excellence in undergraduate or graduate
teaching. Preference will be given to candidates who have a record of accomplishment in
independent and applied research
Appointment Terms
The position is to be filled by the Winter semester (September 2021). Appointment to this position
will initially be made on a fixed-term contract of two years. Positional classification (lecturer,
assistant, or full professor) and salaries will be matching the qualifications and relevant experience
of the candidate. Continuation of appointment beyond the initial term will be subject to mutual
agreement.
Application Instructions
Interested applicants are invited to submit their curriculum vitae including employment history, a
statement outlining research and teaching interests, a list of publications, and names of at least
three referees. Applications are to be submitted through GIU Website
< https://giu-uni.de/ >
Applications will be reviewed until the position is filled. For best consideration, submit applications
by
< 31st of May 2021 >
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