Job Description

Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Instructional Design – Arabian Gulf University, Bahrain

Arabian Gulf University (AGU) invites applications for a Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Instructional Design in Manama, Bahrain. The opportunity combines a Lecturer appointment with a full scholarship to pursue a PhD in Instructional Design at a prestigious university in Europe or the United States.

The successful candidate will undertake doctoral studies within the timeframe established by AGU. After completing the PhD, the candidate must return to the University to teach, contribute to curriculum and digital learning materials development, and participate in academic research and faculty service.

Applicants must hold a relevant Master’s degree from an accredited university, have a minimum GPA of 3.5/4.0 or equivalent, and demonstrate English proficiency through TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+.

Employer: Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location: Manama, Bahrain
Position: Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Instructional Design
Employment Type: Full-time
Opportunity Type: Lecturer Appointment with Full PhD Scholarship
Academic Field: Instructional Design / Educational Technology
PhD Study Destination: Europe or United States
Posting Date: 7 July 2026
Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Instructional Design PhD Scholarship – Opportunity Overview

Arabian Gulf University is seeking a prospective academic who can develop advanced expertise in Instructional Design through doctoral study and subsequently contribute to the University’s teaching, curriculum development, and research activities.

The opportunity involves three stages:

1. Lecturer appointment: The successful candidate will be appointed as a Lecturer at AGU.
2. Doctoral scholarship: The candidate will receive a full scholarship to pursue a PhD in Instructional Design at a prestigious university in Europe or the USA.
3. Return to AGU: Following graduation, the candidate will return to the University to fulfil teaching, academic development, research, and faculty service responsibilities.

Full PhD Scholarship in Europe or the USA

The successful candidate will be sent on a full scholarship for doctoral study in Instructional Design.

The candidate must:

• Pursue a PhD in Instructional Design at a prestigious university in Europe or the United States.
• Obtain admission from a top-ranked university, with support provided by AGU.
• Complete the PhD within the specified timeframe under University regulations.
• Comply with applicable scholarship and academic requirements.

The advertisement confirms full scholarship sponsorship but does not specify the detailed financial package, scholarship duration, or individual funding components.

Teaching Responsibilities After Graduation

Upon completing the PhD and returning to Arabian Gulf University, the appointed Lecturer will teach courses in:

• Instructional Design.
• Learning Theories.
• Educational Technology.

Curriculum Development and Digital Learning Materials

The successful candidate will contribute to:

• Academic curriculum development.
• Designing digital learning materials.

These responsibilities will form part of the candidate’s academic duties after doctoral study.

Academic Research and Faculty Service

Following completion of the PhD, the appointed Lecturer will participate in:

• Academic research.
• Faculty service.

Required Academic Qualifications

Applicants must hold a Master’s degree in one of the following fields:

• Instructional Design.
• Educational Technology.
• A closely related field.

The Master’s degree must be awarded by an accredited university.

A completed PhD is not listed as an entry requirement, as the position provides scholarship sponsorship to pursue one.

Minimum Academic Performance

Applicants must demonstrate an excellent academic record, with:

• Minimum GPA of 3.5 out of 4.0, or
• An equivalent academic result.

English Language Requirements

Candidates must demonstrate high proficiency in English through either:

• TOEFL iBT score of 90 or higher, or
• IELTS score of 6.5 or higher.

Research Potential and Motivation

Applicants must demonstrate:

• Strong research potential.
• Clear motivation to pursue a PhD in Instructional Design.

International University Admission

Applicants must demonstrate the ability to obtain admission from a top-ranked university in Europe or the USA.

Arabian Gulf University will provide support in obtaining admission.

Commitment to Return to Arabian Gulf University

The successful candidate must commit to:

• Returning to Arabian Gulf University after completing the PhD.
• Working at the University following graduation.
• Undertaking the teaching, curriculum development, research, and faculty service responsibilities associated with the appointment.

The advertisement does not specify the length of the post-graduation service commitment.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should consult the Arabian Gulf University official website for the relevant vacancy announcement, application instructions, and required supporting documents.

Application Deadline: 28 February 2027

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	Arabian Gulf University (AGU)
Location	Manama, Bahrain
Position	Lecturer for Scholarship Sponsorship in Instructional Design
Employment Type	Full-time
Opportunity Type	Lecturer appointment with full PhD scholarship
Academic Field	Instructional Design / Educational Technology
Required Qualification	Master’s degree in Instructional Design, Educational Technology, or a closely related field
University Accreditation	Master’s degree from an accredited university
Minimum Academic Performance	GPA 3.5/4.0 or equivalent
English Language Requirement	TOEFL iBT 90+ or IELTS 6.5+
Research Requirement	Strong research potential and clear motivation for doctoral study
Scholarship Coverage	Full PhD scholarship sponsorship
PhD Specialisation	Instructional Design
PhD Study Destination	Prestigious university in Europe or the USA
Admission Requirement	Ability to obtain admission from a top-ranked university
Admission Support	Provided by Arabian Gulf University
PhD Completion Requirement	Complete the degree within the timeframe specified by AGU regulations
Return Requirement	Commitment to return and work at AGU after graduation
Teaching Responsibilities	Instructional Design, Learning Theories, and Educational Technology
Academic Development	Curriculum development and digital learning materials design
Research Responsibilities	Academic research after completing the PhD
Academic Service	Faculty service after graduation
Nationality Restriction	Not specified in the supplied advertisement
Age Restriction	Not specified in the supplied advertisement
Posting Date	7 July 2026
Application Deadline	28 February 2027