Assistant/Associate Professor in Biomedical Informatics | University of Sharjah College of Computing & Informatics

Job Description

The College of Computing and Informatics at the University of Sharjah invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor in Biomedical Informatics, commencing in Fall 2026. This position offers an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic academic environment and contribute to the growing field of biomedical informatics.

Position Overview:

The Department of Computer Science seeks a dedicated scholar with a strong background in biomedical informatics to enhance teaching and research initiatives. The successful candidate will play a key role in advancing academic programs and supporting accreditation efforts while fostering interdisciplinary collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Deliver undergraduate and graduate courses in biomedical informatics and related disciplines
• Employ effective teaching methodologies at both undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Mentor and advise students throughout their academic journey

Research & Innovation:

• Conduct high-impact research in biomedical informatics
• Publish in refereed scholarly international journals with strong impact factors
• Initiate research projects leading to publications and patents
• Secure research funding and establish collaborative partnerships

Supervision:

• Supervise postgraduate (Master’s and PhD) student research projects and theses
• Guide Senior Design Projects and undergraduate research initiatives

Academic Service:

• Contribute to curriculum development and program enhancement
• Support ABET and CAA accreditation processes
• Perform assigned administrative tasks at departmental, college, and university levels
• Build collaborative links with industry and the community

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Ph.D. in Biomedical Informatics or closely related field from a reputable, internationally recognized university
• Effective teaching experience at undergraduate and postgraduate levels
• Strong record of research publications in refereed international journals with good impact factors
• Experience supervising Senior Design Projects, Master’s, and PhD theses/dissertations
• Demonstrated interest in building collaborations with industry and community partners

Preferred Qualifications:

• Research expertise in biomedical data science, health informatics, or computational biology
• Experience with interdisciplinary research initiatives
• Record of securing external research funding
• Familiarity with healthcare applications of computing and informatics

About the University of Sharjah:

The University of Sharjah is a comprehensive academic institution committed to providing quality education and conducting impactful research in service of the community. The College of Computing and Informatics maintains ABET accreditation and fosters innovation in computing education.

Application Deadline:

31/03/2026