* Important:
If you apply for the Hainan GTA position, please name your CV document as “Hainan GTA application-course-your name”
Eg. CV: Hainan GTA Application-Introductory Programming-Peiwen Zhang.pdf
Courses and assisting timetable:
a) Lecture Session
Engineering and the Law
Week 2: Monday, Session 7-8 ; Tuesday, Session 9-10 ;Wednesday, Session 7-8 ;Friday, Session 5-6
Week 4: Monday, Session 7-8 ; Tuesday, Session 9-10; Wednesday, Session 7-8 ; Thursday, Session 3-4
Week 9: Monday, Session 7-8; Tuesday, Session 9-10; Wednesday, Session 5-6; Friday, Session 5-6
Week 12: Monday, Session 7-8; Tuesday, Session 9-10; Wednesday, Session 5-6; Friday, Session 5-6
b) Lab Session
UESTCHN1005 Introductory Programming
Weeks 8,10,12,14:
Monday, Session 7-8 & 9-10
Tuesday, Session 7-8
Wednesday, Session 7-8
Thursday, Session 5-6
Weeks 8,12,14:
Thursday, Session 3-4
Week 10:
Monday, Session 3-4
UESTCHN2002 Circuits Analysis and Design
Weeks 7,8,9,10,14,16:
Monday, Session 5-6
Tuesday, Session 3-4& Session 7-8
Wednesday,Session 5-6
UESTCHN3008 Electronic Device
Week 4: Wednesday, Session 5-6
Week 11: Thursday, Session 3-4
Week 14: Thurs, Session 5-6
UESTCHN3009 Electronic System Design
Week 7: Thursday, Session 3-4
Weeks 8,11,12: Wednesday, Session 7-8
UESTCHN3005 Communication Principles and Systems
Weeks 8,11,12: Thursday, Session 9-10
UESTCHN3006 Digital Circuit Design
Week 4: Thursday, Session 5-6
Week 5: Tuesday, Session 7-8
Weeks 13,14: Thursday, Session 9-10
UESTCHN3002 Machine Learning and AI
Week 9: Wednesday, Session 9-10; Thursday, Session 3-4
Week 10: Wednesday, Session 9-10; Thursday, Session 3-4
Weeks 13,14: Wednesday, Session 9-10; Thursday, Session 1-2
UESTCHN4002 Controls
Weeks 3,16: Friday, Session 3-4
Weeks 8,11: Friday, Session 7-8
UESTCHN4006 Digital Communications
Weeks 3,4: Thursday, Session 7-8
Weeks 13,14: Friday, Session 5-6
UESTCHN4014 Real Time Computing Systems with Computer Architecture
Weeks 9,10,15,16: Friday, Session 7-8
UESTCHN4001 Advanced Digital Communications
Weeks 2,3,10,11: Friday, Session 5-6
UESTCHN4009 Information Security
Week 4: Thursday, Session 5-6 & Session 7-8
Weeks 8,9: Thursday, Session 7-8 ; Friday, Session 9-10
Week 14: Thursday, Session 7-8 ; Friday, Session 7-8
Hainan GTA Requirements：
All position requires relevant educational background as well as English communication skills. Detailed requirements are as below:
Introductory Programming:
The main responsibilities of TAs will include:
· Assess the code written by students for each lab exercise
· Provide feedback in English back to students to identify areas of improvement
· If needed, help debug and troubleshoot the code written by students
· Learn the Codegrade automatic grading platform
· Use Moodle to communicate with students and answer their queries
· Use the Codegrade platform to check the student code and assist in grading
We are looking for candidates who have:
· Experience of working in C programming language that can be demonstrated
· Evidence of good written and spoken English skills
· Out of the box thinking to solve problems.
· Ability to contextualise the programming exercises with the concepts introduced in the lectures.
Circuits Analysis and Design：
The candidate must have good knowledge of circuit analysis (Ohm's and Kirchhoff's laws, DC and AC circuit analysis and calculation of bias points, impedances and simple circuits such as filters and operational amplifiers) as well as experience with use of practical laboratory equipment (breadboard circuits, oscilloscopes and waveform generators) and circuit simulation software such as PSpice or similar.
Electronic Device：
The candidate must have a strong understanding of basic electronic devices such as PN junction diodes, BJTs and FETs. The GTA must also be able to lead simple semiconductor experiments using PSpice or Cadence. Moreover, the labs will be conducted in English. Therefore, a candidate with confident English communication skills is required.
Please note, ED will be taught at both the Chengdu and Hainan campuses, GTAs may need to travel to the Hainan campus.
Electronic System Design:
GTA will be asked to support the lab sessions for this course (4 GTAs to cover the labs), which means preparation and delivery of lab sessions. I would like GTAs from the school of electronics specialized in analogue electronics with a strong sense of professionalism, with good practical skills (used to work with lab equipment: oscilloscopes, signal generators, multimeter…) and good understanding of operational amplifier circuits. The lab sessions will be delivered in English so good English skills spoken and written required.
GTA's will also be asked to support lectures (1 GTA in each lecture) and maybe required to record student attendance. CET6 minimum and IELTS 6.0 or above if possible.
Communication Principles and Systems:
· Experience with Matlab and its functionalities, i.e., mathematical analysis, elementary programming, simulations;
· Understanding the basics of communications engineering, i.e., signals, systems, Fourier, probabilities, analogue modulation, digital modulation, demodulation;
· Ability to manage and control a lab session, i.e., run session in an orderly manner, proper attendance monitoring;
· Collaborative approach and team work skills, i.e., working efficiently with the course coordinator, with other GTAs;
· Good professional standards in delivering such task, i.e., the course coordinator anticipates the GTAs to be well prepared and have an idea of what the lab session is about.
Digital Circuit Design:
GTAs are needed for 4 labs covering Digital Circuit Design from logic gates to Hardware Description Language simulations.
Essential knowledge:
· Logic gates and combination logic circuits
· Basics of digital circuit design process
· Basics of Hardware Description Languages, especially VHDL Preferable:
· Knowledge of Xillinx Vivado
Engineering and the Law:
TAs are required to have a good level of English for Engineering and the Law. They’ll be in charge of managing the Moodle learning environment, reporting on student weekly engagement with the course through digital learning badges and Moodle Forum. Students will assist academic staff as well as preparing students for the 2 assignments and marking after each Subject group (ethics & Law, marketing & product development). Experience in marketing, business law, product development and entrepreneurship, ethics would be desirable.
Machine Learning and AI:
Machine Learning (ML) and Artificial Intelligence (AI) is a third-year course taught at Glasgow College UESTC, which mainly covers heuristic optimization and machine learning knowledge and implementing these fundamental techniques through computer programmes. GTAs are required in this course who will conduct laboratory sessions, assist students in lab tasks/projects, evaluate students' lab work, and provide feedback.
GTAs are expected to:
• Have a fundamental knowledge of machine learning and heuristic optimization;
• Possess good knowledge of programming and experience with working in MATLAB and/or Python as well as its machine learning tools (e.g., some term project or internship);
• Have experience in debugging and troubleshooting MATLAB and/or Python programs;
• Have good communication and demonstration skills.
In addition, the GTAs are also preferred to have:
• Experience in using the UofG learning platform Moodle
• An ability to link the lab tasks/assignments with the concepts introduced in the lectures, as well as answer questions from students.
Controls:
If you're a graduate of a degree in EEE or a similar programme, and you have the confidence, ability and personality to work with high achieving Glasgow College final year students, then the College would love to appoint you as one of the GTA for Control course (UESTC4003). You’ll work with students who are keen to get good results, whilst also working and being supported by staff from the University of Glasgow. If you’re considering a career in academia, this experience will be invaluable. For you to be successful, it would be useful to have:
· Knowledge in state-space analysis and digital control;
· Good foundation in Calculus and mathematical modelling;
· Experience with MATLAB and its functionalities;
· Ability to manage and actively support students.
Note, GTAs are expected to communicate with students in English during the lab sessions.
Digital Communications:
TAs/Lab demonstrators are required for the Digital Communication course. The candidates should have good analogue and digital communication backgrounds. A good signal processing background is preferable. Matlab/Simulink command is strongly required. Previous TA/Lab demonstrator experience would be a plus. Good opportunity for those who are interested in learning new tools and techniques of modern communication.
Real Time Computing Systems with Computer Architecture:
RTCSA is a graduate-level course offered at Glasgow College UESTC. The course covers various topics in computer and embedded systems, including ARM architecture, ARM instruction set, serial communications, I/O systems, concurrent programming, and Real-Time Operating Systems (RTOS).
Graduate Teaching Assistants (GTAs) are required to facilitate laboratory sessions and assist students with their group projects. GTAs are expected to meet the following criteria:
· Possess a strong understanding of computer architecture, particularly the ARM Cortex-M processor family, and embedded systems.
· Have experience working with the STM32 Nucleo-64 Development board and STM32CubeIDE, an advanced development platform based on C/C++.
· Have extensive programming and troubleshooting experience in embedded programming using C/C++.
· Demonstrate the ability to link laboratory exercises and practical work with the theoretical concepts presented in lectures and tutorials.
· Have prior experience as a GTA or lab demonstrator for similar courses at Glasgow College or UESTC.
· Exhibit excellent communication and demonstration skills, with proficiency in speaking and understanding English.
Please highlight all relevant experiences in your CV. Feel free to reach out if you have any further questions regarding this course or the position.
Advanced Digital Communications:
TAs/Lab demonstrators are required for Advanced Digital Communication course for year-4 cohort. The candidates should have good communication and signal processing background. GNU Octave/Matlab command is strongly desired. Previous TA/Lab demonstrator experience would be a plus. Good opportunity for those who are interested in learning new tools and techniques of modern communication.
Information Security:
The candidate should have strong background in network architecture, computer and information security, cryptography. She/he should also have sound knowledge of latest technologies such as distributed ledger technology (DLT) in general and blockchain in particular. Programming skill will be an added advantage.
Application Instructions:
Please send CV (better with cover letter) in English to the course instructor(s) respectively below with course title that you are applying for the GTA position, the application closing date is 25th July, 2025
Introductory Programming:
Dr. Syed Raza at SyedMuhammad.Raza@glasgow.ac.uk
Circuits Analysis and Design：
Dr. Masood Ur Rehman at Masood.UrRehman@glasgow.ac.uk
Electronic Device：
Dr. Amir Parnianifard at amir.parnianifard@glasgow.ac.uk
Electronic System Design:
Dr. Anthony Centeno at Anthony.Centeno@glasgow.ac.uk
Communication Principles and Systems:
Dr. Lina Mohjazi at Lina.Mohjazi@glasgow.ac.uk
Digital Circuit Design:
Dr. Ahmad Taha at Ahmad.Taha@glasgow.ac.uk
Engineering and the Law:
Dr. João at Joao.Ponciano@glasgow.ac.uk
Machine Learning and AI:
Dr. Bo Liu at Bo.Liu@glasgow.ac.uk
Controls:
Dr. Kelum Gamage at Kelum.Gamage@glasgow.ac.uk
Digital Communications:
Dr. Ahmed Zoha at Ahmed.Zoha@glasgow.ac.uk
Real Time Computing Systems with Computer Architecture:
Dr. Wasim Ahmad at Wasim.Ahmad@glasgow.ac.uk
Advanced Digital Communications:
Dr. Yusuf Sambo at Yusuf.Sambo@glasgow.ac.uk
Information Security:
Dr. Faisal Tariq at Faisal.Tariq@glasgow.ac.uk
