Job Description

Description

Lecturer / Senior Lecturer in Chemistry

Khalifa University of Science and Technology aims to be a world-class, research-intensive institution in Abu Dhabi. Its mission is to seamlessly integrate research and education to produce world leaders and critical thinkers in applied sciences and engineering. Its vision is to be a leader among research-intensive universities of the 21st century, while catalyzing the growth of Abu Dhabi and the UAE's rapidly developing knowledge-based economy.

College of Arts and Sciences

The College is distinguishing itself as a major contributor towards economic diversification within Abu Dhabi and the region, particularly through its close alignment with growing regional industries in key themes such as Energy, Materials Science, Aerospace, Healthcare, Transportation and Telecommunications. The College of Arts and Sciences is a vibrant community of academic scholars, students and staff who are dedicated to excellence in science education and innovation for the ultimate benefit of society. The College empowers students with a great sense of purposeful academic curiosity and appreciation of the social and environmental context within a rapidly changing world. Our ambition is to become an internationally-recognized centre of research excellence as well as our research-led teaching.

The Department

The Department of Chemistry is an academic unit within the College of Arts and Sciences comprising some 25 faculty members and laboratory staff. The department offers a BSc. in Chemistry (with tracks in Environmental, Materials, Medicinal and Forensic Chemistry) that was launched in August 2017. The department is also responsible for teaching chemistry to students majoring in engineering disciplines as well as those pursuing the KU Pre-Medicine Bridge program. There is also a well established MSc in Applied Chemistry programme and a PhD Chemistry programme commenced in 2021.

Detailed information can be found at:

https://www.ku.ac.ae/academics/college-of-arts-and-sciences/department/department-of-chemistry/

The department is dedicated to supporting excellence in chemical education and research to meet the strategic needs of Abu Dhabi, the UAE and the international community. We are committed to teaching and developing the next generation of scientists through a strong, innovative teaching program that equips students with skills that are useful whatever their choice of career. All our students have the opportunity to take part in internships and cutting-edge projects which are part of the substantial research activity undertaken by Faculty members in chemistry

The Department invites applications for faculty positions at the Lecturer / Senior Lecturer rank. A Master degree in a chemical science (not a PhD) is required together with three years of teaching experience (eight years for a Senior post), preferably in higher education. The postholder will teach chemistry mainly at introductory and/or freshman levels. There is no expectation that independent chemistry research will be conducted although an interest in developing and applying recent research in chemical education will be an advantage.

Please note that PhD holders will NOT be considered.

All applicants should submit an online application via the portal. A complete application includes curriculum vitae, teaching statement, cover letter, photo and the names and contact information of three references.

Employee Benefits

Khalifa University offers an attractive compensation and benefits package, commensurate with the successful candidate’s background and experience. Components of the compensation package include:

• Base Wage
• Cost of Living
• Educational Assistance
• Medical Plan
• Travel Allowance
• Relocation Allowance
• Housing Loan

Great Working Environment

Faculty members at Khalifa University enjoy a unique opportunity to contribute to Abu Dhabi’s ambitious 2030 vision to transition to a knowledge-based economy. With a strong commitment to research and teaching facilities, the University is an integral part of the UAE’s national ambition to advance science and technology throughout the UAE and the region at large.

Faculty members also benefit from a multicultural environment where faculty and staff come from over 40 countries. Additionally, Khalifa University has active partnerships across government agencies, corporations, NGOs and other universities across the United States, Europe, Asia and the Middle East.

Qualifications

Masters degree in Chemical Science

Three years teaching experience (for Lecturer); 8 years for Senior Lecturer

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).

Primary Location : KUK – Khalifa University
Job : Senior Lecturer
Schedule : Regular
Shift : Standard
Job Type : Full-time

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