Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies | Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University

Job Description

Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the rank of Associate Professor, Assistant Professor, or Lecturer in Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies within the College of Sciences and Human Studies.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will contribute to interdisciplinary teaching and research that bridges humanities, technology, data, and future-oriented thinking. The selected candidate will support innovative and forward-looking academic initiatives by integrating digital tools, computational methods, and future studies frameworks into humanities education.

Qualifications & Experience:

Required:

• PhD in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, Humanities, Social Sciences, or related interdisciplinary field (preferred)
• Demonstrated knowledge of digital humanities methodologies (digital archives, text analysis, data visualization, AI-assisted research, or cultural analytics)
• Familiarity with future studies approaches (foresight, scenario planning, trend analysis, strategic futures)
• Competency in using Learning Management Systems (e.g., Blackboard or equivalent)

Preferred:

• University-level teaching experience
• Evidence of research, publications, or scholarly engagement (required for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks)

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Teach undergraduate and/or graduate courses in Digital Humanities, Future Studies, or related interdisciplinary areas
• Design and deliver courses integrating technology with humanities-based inquiry
• Apply digital tools and analytical methods in teaching and research
• Conduct scholarly research and publish in peer-reviewed journals (for Assistant/Associate Professor ranks)
• Participate in curriculum development and academic program innovation
• Supervise student research projects and capstone work
• Engage in academic advising and student mentoring
• Serve on departmental, college, and university committees
• Contribute to institutional initiatives related to innovation, digital transformation, and future readiness

Remuneration and Benefits:

• Income tax-free compensation package
• 12-month salary
• PMU accommodation
• Annual vacation
• Annual round-trip airfare to home country
• Medical insurance
• End of contract benefits

Application Requirements:

• Letter of interest
• Curriculum vitae (include recent photo, citizenship, links to Google Scholar, Scopus, and LinkedIn)
• Unofficial copy of PhD diploma
• Statement of research and teaching interests
• Portfolio (max 20 pages) with representative professional work
• Narrative of administrative and leadership philosophy including diversity statement
• Names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three professional references

Note for Associate/Full Professor: Provide letter of promotion from academic institution with documented due process.

How to Apply:
Submit applications online at: https://pmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl

Alternatively, send applications to: vacancies@pmu.edu.sa (specify “Assistant Professor in Digital Humanities and/or Future Studies” in subject line)

Location: Al-Khobar, Saudi Arabia

Job Type: Full-time, Regular

Application Deadline: Open until filled