Job Description

Lecturer in Gifted Education – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain

Arabian Gulf University (AGU) invites applications for the position of Lecturer in Gifted Education in Manama, Bahrain.

The University seeks a qualified candidate with a Master’s degree in Gifted Education to contribute to teaching, academic coordination, research, programme development, quality assurance, and student support within its Gifted Education Programme.

The position also provides a pathway for academic and research development, with an expectation that the successful candidate will prepare to pursue doctoral studies at a highly ranked international university.

Applicants must demonstrate relevant teaching or research experience, meet the University’s academic and English language requirements, and be no older than 30 years of age.

Employer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Position: Lecturer in Gifted Education
Academic Field: Special Education – Gifted Education
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting Date: 18 June 2026
Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Gifted Education Lecturer – Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to the academic activities of Arabian Gulf University’s Gifted Education Programme.

The role combines teaching and course coordination with scholarly research, curriculum development, institutional service, and preparation for future doctoral studies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching and coordinating courses in Gifted Education.
• Participating in academic, research, and professional activities.
• Assisting with scientific research and scholarly publications.
• Contributing to academic programme development.
• Supporting quality assurance and accreditation.
• Participating in academic and administrative committees.
• Providing academic support to students.
• Contributing to community engagement.
• Developing academic and research competencies in preparation for doctoral studies.

Teaching and Course Coordination

The appointed Lecturer will:

• Teach courses within the Gifted Education Programme.
• Coordinate courses related to the field of specialisation.
• Participate in academic activities within the programme, department, college, and university.

Research and Scholarly Activities

The successful candidate will:

• Assist in conducting research in Gifted Education and related areas.
• Participate in scholarly activities.
• Contribute to research activities within the programme and wider university.

Applicants with publications in refereed journals indexed in Scopus will receive preference.

Academic Programme Development

Responsibilities include contributing to:

• Academic programme development.
• Quality assurance activities.
• Accreditation-related processes.

Academic and Administrative Committees

The Lecturer will participate in committees at:

• Programme level.
• Department level.
• College level.
• University level.

Student Support and Community Engagement

The successful candidate will:

• Provide academic support to students.
• Participate in community engagement activities related to Gifted Education.
• Contribute to academic and professional activities within the field of specialisation.

Preparation for Doctoral Studies

An important component of this position is the development of academic and research competencies in preparation for doctoral education.

The successful candidate must demonstrate:

• Ability to pursue doctoral studies at a highly ranked international university.
• Commitment to pursuing doctoral studies at a highly ranked international university.

The position therefore offers an academic development pathway for candidates seeking to progress towards doctoral-level qualifications and future academic responsibilities.

Required Academic Qualifications

Applicants must hold:

• A Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university.
• A Master’s degree in Gifted Education from a recognised university.

Preference will be given to graduates of Arabian Gulf University.

Minimum Academic Grade

Applicants must have achieved:

• A minimum overall grade of Very Good in the Master’s degree.

English Language Requirement

Applicants must demonstrate English language proficiency through:

• IELTS score of at least 6.0, or
• An equivalent qualification.

Age Requirement

Applicants must be:

• No older than 30 years of age.

Teaching Experience or Research Publication Requirement

Applicants must meet at least one of the following requirements:

1. A minimum of three years of teaching experience in GCC schools or ministries of education.

OR

2. At least one publication in a Scopus-indexed journal.

Candidates do not need to meet both conditions to satisfy this requirement.

Academic and Personal Interviews

Applicants must successfully complete:

• Required academic interviews.
• Required personal interviews.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to applicants who:

• Graduated from Arabian Gulf University.
• Have publications in refereed journals indexed in Scopus.

Financial Allowances and Employment Benefits

Arabian Gulf University lists the following financial allowances and benefits for this position.

Financial Allowances

• Housing allowance.
• Transportation allowance.
• Cost of living allowance.
• Leadership or administrative allowance, where applicable depending on the position.
• Annual increment.

Travel and Education Benefits

• A maximum of five travel tickets per year.
• Education for children within the Kingdom of Bahrain only.
• Coverage of 50% of baggage transportation costs for international recruitment.

Insurance

• Health insurance for the employee.
• Optional life insurance.

Paid Leave

• 60 days of paid annual leave.
• 30 days of paid sick leave per year.

Professional Development and Secondment Opportunities

Annual secondment opportunities include:

• Secondment within Gulf countries.
• International secondment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should refer to the Arabian Gulf University official recruitment listing for application instructions and submission requirements.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location	Manama, Bahrain
Position	Lecturer in Gifted Education
Employment Type	Full-time
Academic Field	Special Education
Specialisation	Gifted Education
Required Bachelor’s Degree	Bachelor’s degree from a recognised university
Required Master’s Degree	Master’s in Gifted Education from a recognised university
Minimum Master’s Grade	Very Good
English Language Requirement	IELTS 6.0 or equivalent
Maximum Age	30 years
Experience or Publication Requirement	At least 3 years of teaching experience in GCC schools or ministries of education, OR at least 1 Scopus-indexed journal publication
Preferred University Background	Arabian Gulf University graduates
Preferred Research Record	Publications in refereed Scopus-indexed journals
Selection Requirements	Successful academic and personal interviews
Doctoral Study Requirement	Ability and commitment to pursue doctoral studies at a highly ranked international university
Teaching Responsibilities	Teaching and coordinating Gifted Education courses
Research Responsibilities	Assisting with research and scholarly activities
Academic Development	Programme development, quality assurance and accreditation
Academic Service	Committee participation, student support and community engagement
Financial Allowances	Housing, transportation, cost of living, applicable leadership/administrative allowance and annual increment
Travel Benefits	Maximum 5 travel tickets per year
Education Benefits	Children’s education within Bahrain
International Recruitment Benefit	50% of baggage transportation costs
Insurance	Employee health insurance; optional life insurance
Annual Leave	60 days paid
Sick Leave	30 days paid per year
Development Opportunities	Gulf and international secondment
Posting Date	18 June 2026
Application Deadline	28 February 2027