Assistant/Associate Professor in Biological Sciences | Qatar University
Job Description
| Job Title |  | Assistant/Associate Professor in Biological Sciences |
| Location | | Doha,QA |
| Department Name | | Biological and Environmental Sciences Department |
| College/Department Profile | | |
| Qatar University Profile: Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body. College Profile:The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) houses ten departments, covering a wide range of undergraduate and graduate specializations in the Arts and Sciences including English Literature & Linguistics, Arabic Language, History, Fine Arts, Geography, Sociology, Social Work, International Affairs, Mass Communication, Psychology, Policy, Planning & Development, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, Environmental Sciences and Material Sciences. The College also houses Master Programs, which are in Environmental Sciences, Gulf Studies, Materials Science & Technology, Applied statistics and Arabic Language, and two PhD programs in Biological & Environmental Sciences and Gulf Studies. Additionally, the College offers a Program of Arabic for Non- Native Speakers. The well-established research centers namely the Center for Sustainable Development (CSD) and the Gulf Studies Center complement the portfolio.It is worth mentioning that as members of Qatar University, CAS faculty members have excellent opportunities to secure intramural and extramural funding for their research ideas. | ||
| Duties & Responsibilities | | |
| Duties & Responsibilities 1. Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in the area of expertise such as, but not limited to, General Biology, Molecular Microbiology, Immunology, Special Topic courses in the candidate’s area of expertise, Advanced Cell and molecular Biology, and related courses.2. Supervise graduate thesis research (M.Sc. and PhD) in the area of expertise.3. Write research proposals and initiate high-quality research in the area of expertise.4. Contribute to various committees at the Program, College, and University levels.5. Contribute to the research profile of the department and College through research publications.6. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Head of Department. | ||
| Qualifications | | |
| Qualifications 1. Successful candidates should have a bachelor’s degree in Biology and a doctorate (PhD) degree in biological sciences in the field of molecular microbiology and DNA technology. For candidates with master and PhD degrees, it is preferable that both degrees are in the same area of expertise listed above. 2. A record of distinguished scholarship (peer-reviewed publication record), grant-funded research, and graduate student mentorship in the last 3 years. 3. A good track record of research experience in biological sciences related to molecular microbiology and DNA technology.4. A minimum teaching experience of 3 years at the university level, graduate teaching is preferred.5. Familiar with educational technologies used in the higher education sector. 6. Willingness to work with teams. 7. Awareness of working with people from diverse backgrounds.8. Excellent written and oral communication skills. | ||
| Required Documents | | |
| Academic: 1. Cover letter.2.Current Curriculum Vitae reflecting the following information:-Years of experience after PhD-Major-Specialization/Concentration-H index-Citations-Google scholar link- ORCID NUMBER-Number of publications published in Q1 journals during the last 5 years-Number of publications published in Q2 journals during the last 5 years-Number of publications published in Q3 journals during the last 5 years-Number of publications published in Q4 journals during the last 5 years-Number of publications published in Non-indexed Journals-Number of Published Books-Number of Published Chapters of Books-Number of Graduate Students supervised and the role-Awards-Grants-Role-Amount.3. Teaching, research, and service philosophy.4. Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses as well their telephones contact).5. Copy of highest earned credential (transcript of highest degree if graduated from an institution where course work was completed. However, if no coursework was completed, a copy of certificate letter from the registrar of your highest credential granting institution regarding your highest academic degree).6. Any additional documentation deemed relevant to the application. | ||
| Benefits | | |
| Academic: A three-year renewable contract. Salary is commensurate with experience. Tax-free salary. Furnished accommodation in accordance with QU HR 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. End-of-contract indemnity in accordance with QU HR policies. | ||
| How To Apply | | |
| New Applicant: You need to setup an account with QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete you may use it to apply for an open Position. | ||
| Job Category | | Academic |
| End Date of Advertisment | | 31-Jan-2026 |
