Job Description

Associate Professor / Professor in GIS and Environment – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain

Arabian Gulf University (AGU) invites applications for the position of Associate Professor / Professor in GIS and Environment in Manama, Bahrain.

The University seeks an experienced academic with expertise in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Environmental Studies to contribute to graduate teaching, research, postgraduate supervision, curriculum development, academic accreditation, and institutional research partnerships.

Applicants must hold a PhD in GIS and Environment from an accredited university, demonstrate a documented publication record in Q1 or Q2 journals, and have proven experience in graduate-level teaching and research supervision.

Proficiency in both Arabic and English, spoken and written, is required.

Employer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Position: Associate Professor / Professor
Academic Field: GIS and Environment
Employment Type: Full-time
Posting Date: 24 June 2026
Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

GIS and Environment Professor – Position Overview

The successful candidate will contribute to advanced education and research in Geographic Information Systems and Environmental Studies.

The role combines graduate-level teaching, scientific research, academic supervision, curriculum development, and collaboration with academic and external institutions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Teaching and coordinating graduate-level courses in GIS and Environment.
• Supervising graduate research and theses.
• Conducting and publishing scientific research.
• Developing and updating academic curricula.
• Participating in academic committees.
• Supporting quality assurance and accreditation.
• Establishing local and international research partnerships.

Graduate Teaching and Course Coordination

The appointed faculty member will:

• Teach graduate-level courses in GIS and Environment.
• Coordinate courses within the field of specialisation.
• Contribute to the delivery and development of graduate education.

Postgraduate Research Supervision

Responsibilities include:

• Supervising graduate theses.
• Providing academic guidance to postgraduate researchers.
• Supporting graduate research activities within the field of specialisation.

Scientific Research and Publications

The successful candidate will be expected to:

• Conduct scientific research in GIS and Environment.
• Publish research in the field of specialisation.
• Contribute to the University’s research activities.

Applicants must demonstrate an established publication record in Q1 or Q2 academic journals relevant to their specialisation.

Curriculum and Academic Programme Development

The role includes:

• Developing academic curricula.
• Updating existing curricula.
• Contributing to academic programme development.
• Ensuring curricula and programmes remain aligned with global advancements in GIS and Environment.

Quality Assurance and Accreditation

The successful candidate will collaborate with faculty members in:

• Academic quality assurance activities.
• Programme accreditation processes.
• Academic programme development and improvement.

Academic and Administrative Committees

The appointed faculty member will participate in committees at:

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

Research Partnerships and Institutional Collaboration

Responsibilities include contributing to the establishment of research partnerships with:

• Local institutions.
• International institutions.

Experience in research collaboration or consultancy with public-sector, private-sector, or other relevant organisations is preferred.

Minimum Academic Qualifications

Applicants must hold a:

• PhD in GIS and Environment from an accredited university.

Research Publication Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate:

• A documented publication record in Q1 or Q2 journals within the field of specialisation.

Required Teaching Experience

Applicants must have:

• Proven graduate-level teaching experience.

Postgraduate Supervision Experience

Candidates must demonstrate:

• Experience supervising graduate students.

Academic Programme Development and Accreditation Experience

Applicants must have experience in:

• Academic programme development.
• Accreditation processes.

Language Requirements

Applicants must demonstrate proficiency in:

• Arabic – spoken and written.
• English – spoken and written.

Both languages are required.

Special Technical Skills

Candidates should demonstrate the ability to use:

• Artificial intelligence (AI) tools.
• Emerging technologies relevant to GIS and Environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Experience

The following qualifications and experience are preferred:

Research Collaboration and Consultancy

• Experience collaborating on research projects with public-sector or private-sector organisations.
• Experience providing consultancy services to relevant institutions and organisations.

Research Funding

• A strong record of obtaining research grants.
• Experience securing funded research projects.

Educational Technology

• Ability to use educational technologies effectively.
• Proficiency in Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Financial Allowances and Benefits

Arabian Gulf University lists the following 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 applicants should consult 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	Associate Professor / Professor
Employment Type	Full-time
Academic Field	GIS and Environment
Required Qualification	PhD in GIS and Environment from an accredited university
Research Requirement	Documented Q1 or Q2 journal publications in the field
Teaching Experience	Proven graduate-level teaching experience
Supervision Experience	Graduate student supervision
Academic Development Experience	Academic programme development and accreditation
Language Requirements	Arabic and English, spoken and written
Special Technical Skills	AI tools and emerging technologies relevant to the field
Preferred Research Experience	Public/private-sector research collaboration or consultancy
Preferred Funding Experience	Strong record of obtaining research grants or funded projects
Preferred Educational Technology Skills	Educational technologies and LMS
Teaching Responsibilities	Graduate courses in GIS and Environment
Research Responsibilities	Scientific research, publication and research partnerships
Academic Service	Curriculum development, quality assurance, accreditation and committee participation
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	24 June 2026
Application Deadline	28 February 2027