Qatar University invites applications to the position of Associate Professor of Literature and Culture in the Gulf.
Qatar University Profile
Qatar University is the national institution of higher education in Qatar. It provides high quality undergraduate and graduate programs that prepare competent graduates,destined to shape the future of Qatar. The university community has diverse and committed faculty that teaches and conduct research, which addresses relevant local and regional challenges, advances knowledge, and contributes actively to the needs and aspirations of society. Qatar University is an intellectual and scholarly community characterized by open discussion, the free exchange of ideas, respectful debate, and a commitment to rigorous inquiry. All members of the University - faculty, staff, and students- are expected to advance the scholarly and social values embodied by the university.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Teaching primarily Graduate courses including Identity, Gender, Literature and Culture in the Gulf.
- Provide advice, support and supervise students research and thesis.
- Provision of a general educational lectures and sessions for students.
- Active participation in the program and college activities and committees.
- Perform other academic duties in accordance with Qatar University academic bylaws.
- Commitment to research and scholarship and collaborate with faculty on research within and across departments.
- Offer significant input into the further development of Gulf Program.
- Provide service to the profession, university, the community, and the State of Qatar.
- Help seek and obtain extramural funding.
Qualifications
- A doctorate in Literature and Culture with specialization in Identity, Gender, Literature and Culture in the Gulf, with significant record of publications in this field (commensurate with rank) in a range of reputable journals and publications.
- Relevant and evidence of superior teaching experience.
- Fluency in Arabic and English.
- Ability to provide leadership and engage in program development.
- IT proficiency for personal and classroom use.
Required Documents
- Current Curriculum Vitae.
- Cover letter.
- Teaching, research, and service philosophy.
- Three referees contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).
- Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no course work was completed, an copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).
- Any additional documentation that you feel is relevant to your application.
Benefits
- A three-year renewable contract.
- Salary is commensurate with experience.
- Tax-free salary.
- Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Annual round trip air tickets for faculty member and dependents in accordance with QUHR policies.
- Educational allowance for candidate's children (eligible candidates only) in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Private health care and health insurance in accordance with QU HR policies.
- Annual leave in accordance with QU HR policies. 9. End-of-contract indemnity.
How to Apply
Apply online on https://careers.qu.edu.qa.