Job Description

We are seeking to recruit enthusiastic academic with experience of teaching Actuarial Science programme. The role holder will be responsible for delivering high-quality teaching and learning experiences for assigned courses during the appointed semester. The academic is expected to prepare teaching materials, conduct classes, assess student performance, and fulfil academic responsibilities associated with the assigned courses.

Programmes will be delivered in English and so fluency in English is essential. An induction programme will be delivered to all new academic staff on Heriot-Watt's standards and values, and to give practical experience on preparation, delivery and assessment of teaching.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

Undertake teaching, assessment setting and marking on academic programmes. Support colleagues in other campuses in the delivery of courses and other activities to support the delivery of HWUM's aims.
Develop relevant materials in appropriate formats for the above programmes. Contribute to the content, design and delivery of the curriculum, and the quality of teaching and learning, in consultation with colleagues and within the international structures and mechanisms established by the University. Review teaching design and delivery by obtaining and analysing feedback from students and peers.
Mentor and supervise students, providing effective, well documented and timely feedback, both formative and summative. Provide pastoral support, recognising when to refer a student for further support. Play a key role in the delivery and support of an excellent student learning experience at HWUM.
Ensure compliance with programme learning outcomes and quality assurance requirements.
Work collaboratively with colleagues in Malaysia, at other campuses, and with external networks both for the exchange of information, to share learning, and to form relationships for future collaboration.

All HWUM staff endeavours will embody our shared values of: Inspire, Collaborate, Belong, and Celebrate. 

Please note that this job description is not exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake other relevant duties commensurate with the grading of the post and its general responsibilities. Activities may be subject to amendment over time as the role develops and/or priorities and requirements evolve.

Person Specification

This section details the attributes e.g. skills, knowledge/qualifications and competencies which are required in order to undertake the full remit of the role.

Education & Qualifications

Essential

Masters or equivalent qualification in Statistics, Actuarial Science or closely related field

Desirable

PhD in Statistics or Actuarial Science, Industry experience in related fields.
Actuarial qualifications from an internationally recognised professional body (e.g. IFoA, SOA, CAS)

Experience

Essential

Minimum 3 years of teaching or training experience

Desirable

Experience in delivering advanced statistics courses and core actuarial subjects.
Practical experience in the actuarial industry.

Competencies, Skills & Knowledge

Essential

Fluent in English, both written and verbal.
Able to operate within Heriot Watt University Malaysia and liaise closely with the UK.
Familiarity with R, Python, and SPSS.
Clear communicator with good presentation skills and ability to explain concepts well

Desirable

Working knowledge of specialised software used in the actuarial profession

Special Factors (if applicable)

Essential

High standards of professional and personal integrity.

Essential Criteria – these are attributes without which a candidate would not be able to undertake the full remit of the role.  Applicants who do not clearly demonstrate in their application that they possess the essential requirements will normally be eliminated at the short-listing stage.  

Desirable Criteria – these are attributes which would be useful for the candidate to hold.  When shortlisting, these criteria will be considered when more than one applicant meets the essential criteria.   

Other Relevant Information  

We aim to hold interviews at the Malaysia Campus in Putrajaya on the week of 10 August 2026. 

For more information about Malaysia Campus, please visit http://www.hw.edu.my.  

For information about Purpose-Driven Education, please see our website: https://www.hw.ac.uk/malaysia/about/purpose-driven-education.htm 

Application Process

Applications should be submitted to Careers system.  

Applications must be submitted by 5 August 2026.   If you are not contacted by the selection committee by 7 August 2026 then please assume that on this occasion your application has been unsuccessful.

The University is committed to equality of opportunity. 

Assistant Professor in Actuarial Science (Casual)

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