Job Description

Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain

Arabian Gulf University (AGU) invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare in Manama, Bahrain.

This opportunity is associated with a scholarship programme and is intended for eligible candidates seeking academic specialisation in artificial intelligence and its applications in medicine and healthcare.

The successful candidate will undertake academic study in accordance with the University’s scholarship requirements and subsequently contribute to teaching, scientific research, curriculum development, and academic activities, particularly those associated with the Master’s Programme in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare.

Applicants must hold relevant qualifications in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, or a closely related field. The opportunity is restricted to Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) citizens aged 35 or younger.

Employer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Position: Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare
Opportunity Type: Lecturer – Scholarship Programme
Employment Type: Full-time
Academic Field: Artificial Intelligence / Computer Science / Health Informatics
Posting Date: 7 July 2026
Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

AI in Medicine and Healthcare Lecturer – Position Overview

The position focuses on academic development and specialisation in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare, combining advanced study with future contributions to university teaching and research.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Fulfil scholarship programme requirements.
• Specialise in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare.
• Contribute to teaching following completion of the scholarship.
• Participate in scientific research and academic publication.
• Support curriculum and academic programme development.
• Participate in academic and community service.
• Comply with university regulations and policies.

Scholarship Programme and Academic Study

The appointed candidate must:

• Comply with the requirements of the scholarship programme.
• Fulfil academic study obligations.
• Follow Arabian Gulf University’s regulations and policies.
• Maintain compliance with the University’s academic and administrative requirements.

Specialisation in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare

The successful candidate will pursue academic specialisation in artificial intelligence and its applications within medicine and healthcare.

The field brings together computing, artificial intelligence, and healthcare-related applications, providing the academic foundation for future teaching and research contributions.

Teaching Responsibilities After Scholarship Completion

Following completion of the scholarship programme, the candidate will contribute to teaching courses in:

• Computing.
• Artificial Intelligence.
• Applications of computing and artificial intelligence.

Scientific Research and Academic Publications

The successful candidate will:

• Participate in scientific research within the field of specialisation.
• Publish research in peer-reviewed academic journals.
• Contribute to scholarly activities related to Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare.

Curriculum and Academic Programme Development

Responsibilities include:

• Contributing to curriculum development within the department.
• Participating in academic programme development.
• Supporting the development of the Master’s Programme in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare.

Academic and Community Engagement

The appointed candidate will participate in:

• Academic activities.
• Community service.
• Departmental committees.
• College committees.

Required Bachelor’s Degree

Applicants must hold a:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or a related field.

Required Master’s Degree

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in one of the following disciplines:

• Artificial Intelligence.
• Health Informatics.
• A field directly related to Computer Science and Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare.

Academic Grade and University Recognition

Applicants must have achieved:

• A minimum overall grade of Very Good.

The qualification must be from a university recognised by Arabian Gulf University (AGU).

English Language Requirement

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through:

• IELTS score of at least 6.5, or
• An equivalent qualification.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be:

• 35 years of age or younger.

Nationality Requirement

This opportunity is restricted to:

• Citizens of Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries.

Medical Fitness and Conduct

Applicants must:

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

Academic and Administrative Compliance

The successful candidate must comply with:

• University academic regulations.
• University administrative policies.
• Scholarship programme requirements.
• Applicable institutional procedures.

Recommended Professional Development

Machine Learning Specialization – DeepLearning.AI and Stanford Online

The Machine Learning Specialization provides foundational training in machine learning methods relevant to artificial intelligence research and applications.

Topics include supervised learning, unsupervised learning, neural networks, and practical machine learning approaches.

The programme may be useful for candidates seeking to strengthen their technical foundation in AI before pursuing advanced academic work involving healthcare applications.

Explore the Machine Learning Specialization on Coursera

This course is an independent professional development recommendation and is not an application requirement or part of the Arabian Gulf University scholarship.

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How to Apply

Interested and eligible candidates should consult the Arabian Gulf University official recruitment listing for application procedures and submission requirements.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location	Manama, Bahrain
Position	Lecturer in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare
Employment Type	Full-time
Opportunity Type	Lecturer – Scholarship Programme
Academic Field	Artificial Intelligence / Computer Science / Health Informatics
Required Bachelor’s Degree	Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, or related field
Required Master’s Degree	Artificial Intelligence, Health Informatics, or a field directly related to Computer Science and AI in Medicine and Healthcare
Minimum Academic Grade	Very Good
University Recognition	University recognised by AGU
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
Specialisation	Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare
Teaching Responsibilities	Computing, Artificial Intelligence and related applications after scholarship completion
Research Responsibilities	Scientific research and peer-reviewed publications
Academic Programme Development	Curriculum development, particularly the Master’s Programme in Artificial Intelligence in Medicine and Healthcare
Academic Service	Academic activities, community service, departmental and college committees
Institutional Obligations	Compliance with scholarship requirements and university regulations
Posting Date	7 July 2026
Application Deadline	28 February 2027