(Part-time) Assistant Professor – Transportation Engineering | Kingdom University Bahrain

Job Description

The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering at Kingdom University Bahrain invites applications for a Part-time Assistant Professor position in Transportation Engineering. This role offers an opportunity to contribute to engineering education at a dynamic university in the Kingdom of Bahrain.

Position Overview:
The successful candidate will teach assigned courses within the College of Engineering, specifically in the Civil and Environmental Engineering department. Responsibilities include course delivery, student mentorship, examination invigilation, and thesis supervision.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching:

• Deliver assigned courses in Transportation Engineering within the Civil and Environmental Engineering department
• Prepare and submit full course portfolios for each taught course at the end of each semester
• Engage students through effective instruction and learning activities

Student Support:

• Mentor, supervise, and advise students as assigned
• Guide undergraduate students in their academic development
• Support student learning and progression

Examination Duties:

• Engage in exams invigilation as assigned by the Examination Committee
• Ensure academic integrity during assessment processes

Research Supervision:

• Supervise undergraduate and postgraduate theses as assigned
• Engage in thesis defense sessions when assigned
• Support student research and scholarly development

Required Qualifications:

• PhD in Transportation Engineering, Civil Engineering, or closely related field from an accredited institution
• Demonstrated teaching experience at the university level
• Strong background in transportation engineering principles and applications
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Commitment to student mentorship and academic excellence

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in curriculum development
• Professional engineering credentials
• Industry experience in transportation engineering
• Track record of research publications

Application Process:
Please send documents to: recruitment@ku.edu.bh

Required documents should include:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Cover letter
• Academic qualifications and transcripts
• Teaching portfolio (if available)
• Contact information for professional references

About Kingdom University Bahrain:
Kingdom University is committed to academic excellence and student development in the Kingdom of Bahrain, offering quality education in engineering and other disciplines. The Department of Civil and Environmental Engineering prepares students for successful careers in transportation and infrastructure development.

Location:
Kingdom of Bahrain

Application Deadline:
Open until filled