Assistant/Associate Professor Educational Technology | HBMSU

Job Description

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant Professor or Associate Professor in Educational Technology within the School of e-Education.

This Educational Technology Professor opportunity is designed for academics with strong experience in graduate teaching, online and e-learning environments, instructional design, research, professional education, and academic programme development.

Employer: Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University
School: School of e-Education
Location: Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Work Arrangement: On-site
Employment Type: Full Time
Academic Ranks: Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Field: Educational Technology

Educational Technology Professor – Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to teaching, research, academic service, programme development, and professional education in Educational Technology.

The role requires presence on the Dubai campus during working hours while also drawing heavily on expertise in online learning, e-learning, digital instructional design, and technology-enabled education.

The successful candidate will help advance HBMSU’s learner-centred and smart-learning mission through innovative teaching and research.

Graduate Teaching Responsibilities

The appointee will deliver graduate-level courses in Educational Technology.

Responsibilities include:

• Designing engaging graduate courses.
• Delivering courses using advanced online learning platforms.
• Integrating innovative technologies into instruction.
• Applying learner-centred teaching approaches.
• Supporting student academic and professional development.

Applicants should demonstrate successful graduate-level teaching experience at an accredited university.

Online Learning and E-Learning

Experience in online education is a core requirement for this position.

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to:

• Teach effectively in online environments.
• Use e-learning platforms.
• Integrate technology into instruction.
• Design technology-enhanced learning experiences.
• Apply contemporary educational technologies appropriately.

The position therefore suits academics who can combine theoretical knowledge of Educational Technology with practical experience in digital education.

Instructional Design and E-Content Development

The successful candidate will develop instructional materials and e-content for Educational Technology programmes.

Responsibilities may include:

• Designing course materials.
• Developing digital learning resources.
• Creating online instructional content.
• Integrating emerging technologies into course design.
• Supporting programme-level curriculum development.

Candidates should be able to connect sound instructional design principles with modern learning technologies.

Student Mentoring and Advising

The faculty member will provide academic and professional guidance to students.

Responsibilities include:

• Academic advising.
• Student mentoring.
• Supporting professional development.
• Guiding students through programme requirements.
• Supporting learners in research and academic activities.

Research Expectations

Research is a significant part of the appointment.

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct high-quality research in Educational Technology or related fields.
• Publish in high-quality peer-reviewed journals.
• Maintain an active research profile.
• Develop research proposals.
• Pursue research funding opportunities.
• Contribute to the School’s research activities.

Applicants should therefore demonstrate a strong record of scholarly research and publication.

Professional Short Courses and Workshops

The successful candidate will also contribute to professional education.

Responsibilities include:

• Developing short professional courses.
• Designing workshops.
• Delivering training for targeted professional communities.
• Translating Educational Technology expertise into professional development programmes.

Applicants must demonstrate previous experience developing and delivering professional workshops or short courses.

Industry Engagement

HBMSU seeks candidates who can bring relevant industry perspectives into academic programmes.

The successful candidate should be able to:

• Incorporate industry insights into curriculum design.
• Connect classroom teaching with current professional practice.
• Integrate emerging educational technologies.
• Help maintain the practical relevance of academic programmes.

Programme Development and Accreditation

The position also includes academic quality and programme-development responsibilities.

The successful candidate will contribute to:

• Academic programme development.
• Curriculum enhancement.
• Accreditation processes.
• Academic documentation.
• Quality-improvement activities.
• University service.

This makes the role broader than a teaching-only appointment.

Qualifications

Applicants must hold a:

• PhD in Educational Technology from an accredited university where English is the language of instruction.

Required Academic Experience

Candidates should demonstrate:

• Successful graduate-level teaching experience.
• Experience in accredited higher education.
• Online and e-learning experience.
• Ability to integrate technology effectively into teaching.
• Strong research publication record.
• Experience developing professional workshops.
• Experience developing short courses.
• Ability to incorporate industry perspectives into teaching and curriculum.

Additional Requirements for Associate Professor Applicants

Candidates applying at Associate Professor rank must demonstrate:

• At least five years of academic experience.
• Evidence of holding the same title or an equivalent academic rank at their previous institution.

Applicants should ensure this requirement is clearly documented in their application materials.

About Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University

Established in 2002, Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University is based in Dubai and specialises in online and blended higher education.

HBMSU describes its mission as leading the digital transformation of higher education through flexible, high-quality programmes and technology-enabled learning.

The University emphasises:

• Smart learning.
• Online and blended education.
• Lifelong learning.
• Educational innovation.
• Learner-centred teaching.
• Digital transformation.

The School of e-Education reflects this mission through programmes and research focused on technology-enhanced teaching and learning.

Recommended Professional Development

No highly specific affiliate course currently confirmed

This vacancy is centred on Educational Technology, online learning, instructional design, e-content development, graduate teaching, and professional learning.

Although broader courses in AI or leadership could be relevant, they would not be as directly aligned as a dedicated course in:

• Educational Technology.
• Instructional Design.
• Online Course Design.
• Learning Experience Design.
• Digital Pedagogy.
• E-Learning Development.
• Learning Analytics.

I would therefore avoid inserting a weak affiliate recommendation for this vacancy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should apply through the official HBMSU careers system.

Applicants should ensure their application clearly demonstrates:

• PhD in Educational Technology.
• Graduate-level teaching experience.
• Online and e-learning experience.
• Instructional design expertise.
• Research publications.
• Professional workshop development.
• Programme-development experience.
• Accreditation-related experience.
• Relevant academic rank and experience for Associate Professor applications.

Candidates should verify all vacancy information and application requirements through Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University’s official recruitment page before applying.