Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, review, and update curriculum to meet regulatory standards (e.g., IMO/STCW) and industry trends.
- Prepare Courseware including presentations, simulation exercises and practical mockups, keeping in mind the pedagogy of learning, to enable top quality transfer of knowledge and skills to the learner.
- Deliver high-quality lectures, seminars, and practical training sessions in subjects such as navigation / marine engineering, , maritime safety, cargo operations / repair and maintenance, commercial operations, environmental protection and related disciplines.
- Monitor and oversee courseware developed by Junior faculty and provide feedback and guidance towards their improvement.
- Supervise student projects, dissertations, and assessments.
- Engage in research and writing articles for reputed journals and publications relevant to the maritime field. Deliver presentations at reputed seminars and conferences that enhances the image of SeaLearn.
- Provide mentorship and academic guidance to junior faculty and students.
- Participate in internal committees, quality assurance processes, and accreditation activities.
- Collaborate with maritime industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to enhance training relevance and employability of graduates.
- Contribute to the development and delivery of CPD (Continuing Professional Development) programs.
Requirements
Qualifications & Experience:
- Recognized professional certification Master Class I or Marine Engineer Officer Class I Certificate of Competency (e.g., Master Mariner, Chief Engineer) from a reputed Flag administration.
- A master’s degree or PhD in Maritime Studies, Marine Engineering, Nautical Science, or a related field, is an advantage.
Holds certificate of an Administration approved Train the Trainer course / Train the Simulator Trainer course and Assessment, Examination and Certification of Seafarers course
- Minimum of 20 years of experience in maritime education and/or seagoing or shore-based maritime industry roles.
- Strong understanding of international maritime regulations including (STCW Proven teaching and curriculum development experience at a higher education level. Preferably has attended an Instructional Design training course.
- Experience in academic research or industry-driven projects is an advantage.
Preferred Skills:
- Familiarity with e-learning tools and simulation-based training.
- Ability to work in a multidisciplinary and multicultural environment, with a collaborative approach.
- Established network within the maritime sector (industry or academia).
- Computer savvy and has working expertise in MS Office and other software tools and apps.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and organizational skills.