Job Description

Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Smart and Advanced Agriculture – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain

Arabian Gulf University (AGU) invites applications for the position of Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Smart and Advanced Agriculture in Manama, Bahrain.

This full-time academic opportunity is intended for qualified Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) citizens seeking further academic specialisation in smart agriculture through a university scholarship programme.

The successful candidate will undertake academic study in accordance with AGU’s scholarship regulations. Upon obtaining the required academic degree, the candidate will contribute to postgraduate teaching, graduate research supervision, scientific publication, curriculum development, quality assurance, and institutional partnerships in smart agriculture.

Applicants must hold both a Bachelor’s and a Master’s degree in Smart Agriculture or a closely related field, with a minimum grade of Very Good in each degree.

Employer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Position: Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Smart and Advanced Agriculture
Employment Type: Full-time
Opportunity Type: Lecturer – Academic Scholarship Sponsorship
Academic Field: Smart Agriculture / Advanced Agriculture
Posting Date: 29 June 2026
Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Smart and Advanced Agriculture Lecturer Scholarship – Position Overview

The position combines scholarship-supported academic development with subsequent teaching, research, and university service responsibilities.

The successful candidate will initially be required to:

• Fulfil scholarship and academic study requirements.
• Comply with Arabian Gulf University’s regulations and policies.
• Pursue specialisation in smart agriculture.

Following completion of the required academic degree, the candidate will undertake academic responsibilities in postgraduate education, research, programme development, and institutional collaboration.

Scholarship and Academic Study Requirements

The successful candidate must demonstrate commitment to the scholarship programme and comply with the academic study requirements established by Arabian Gulf University.

The scholarship is intended to support further specialisation in smart agriculture.

The advertisement does not specify the academic degree to be pursued, scholarship destination, duration, or detailed funding arrangements.

Responsibilities After Obtaining the Required Academic Degree

Postgraduate Teaching and Course Coordination

The appointed Lecturer will:

• Teach graduate-level courses in smart agriculture.
• Coordinate postgraduate courses within the field of specialisation.

Graduate Research Supervision

The successful candidate will:

• Supervise graduate theses.
• Support postgraduate research within the field of smart agriculture.

Scientific Research and Publications

Responsibilities include:

• Conducting scientific research in smart agriculture.
• Publishing research in the field of specialisation.

Curriculum and Academic Programme Development

The Lecturer will:

• Develop academic curricula and programmes.
• Update existing curricula and programmes.
• Ensure academic content reflects global advancements in smart agriculture.

Academic Service and Community Engagement

The successful candidate will participate in:

• Academic activities.
• Community service.
• University committees.

Quality Assurance and Accreditation

The position includes collaborating with faculty members on:

• Academic accreditation activities.
• Quality assurance processes.

Scientific and Institutional Partnerships

The successful candidate will contribute to establishing scientific partnerships with:

• Local institutions.
• International institutions.

Required Academic Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree

Applicants must hold:

• A Bachelor’s degree in Smart Agriculture or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• A minimum grade of Very Good.

Master’s Degree

Applicants must also hold:

• A Master’s degree in Smart Agriculture or a closely related field from an accredited university.
• A minimum grade of Very Good.

The minimum Very Good grade applies to both degrees.

English Language Requirement

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through:

• IELTS score of 6.5 or higher, or
• An equivalent qualification.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be:

• 35 years of age or younger.

Nationality Requirement

Applicants must be:

• Citizens of a Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) country.

GCC citizenship is a mandatory eligibility requirement for this vacancy.

Medical Fitness and Conduct

Applicants must:

• Be medically fit.
• Demonstrate good conduct and character.

Academic and Professional Expectations

The successful candidate must be prepared to fulfil the University’s scholarship requirements and, after obtaining the required academic degree, contribute to:

• Graduate-level teaching and course coordination.
• Graduate thesis supervision.
• Scientific research and publication.
• Curriculum and programme development.
• Quality assurance and accreditation.
• Community service and academic committees.
• Local and international scientific partnerships.

How to Apply

Interested and eligible applicants should consult the Arabian Gulf University official recruitment listing for application procedures, required documents, and scholarship-related instructions.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location	Manama, Bahrain
Position	Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Smart and Advanced Agriculture
Employment Type	Full-time
Opportunity Type	Lecturer – Academic Scholarship Sponsorship
Academic Field	Smart Agriculture / Advanced Agriculture
Required Bachelor’s Degree	Smart Agriculture or closely related field
Minimum Bachelor’s Grade	Very Good
Required Master’s Degree	Smart Agriculture or closely related field
Minimum Master’s Grade	Very Good
University Accreditation	Both degrees must be from accredited universities
English Language Requirement	IELTS 6.5 or equivalent
Maximum Age	35 years
Nationality Eligibility	GCC citizens only
Additional Requirements	Medical fitness, good conduct and character
Scholarship Requirement	Compliance with AGU scholarship and academic study regulations
Scholarship Specialisation	Smart Agriculture
Degree to Be Pursued	Not specified in the advertisement
Teaching Responsibilities	Graduate-level teaching and course coordination after obtaining the required degree
Research Supervision	Graduate thesis supervision
Research Responsibilities	Scientific research and publications in smart agriculture
Academic Development	Curriculum and academic programme development
Quality Assurance	Collaboration on accreditation and quality assurance
Academic Service	Committees, academic activities and community service
Institutional Collaboration	Scientific partnerships with local and international institutions
Posting Date	29 June 2026
Application Deadline	28 February 2027