Lecturer in Sociology | Qatar University | Department of Social Sciences

Job Description

Qatar University invites applications for a full-time Lecturer in Sociology position within the Department of Social Sciences. This is a three-year renewable position offering an opportunity to contribute to sociology education at Qatar’s premier national institution of higher education.

About Qatar University:
Qatar University is the premier national institution of higher education with a mission to produce well-rounded graduates with academic knowledge of quality and excellence coupled with a keen spirit of volunteerism and civic responsibility. This is underpinned by committed leadership and an experienced and motivated faculty and staff body.

About the College of Arts and Sciences:
The College of Arts and Sciences (CAS) houses ten departments covering a wide range of undergraduate specializations in the Arts and Sciences including English Literature & Linguistics, Arabic Languages, History, Fine Arts, Geography, Sociology, Social Work, International Affairs, Mass Communication, Psychology, Policy, Planning & Development, Mathematics, Statistics, Chemistry, Biological Sciences, and Environmental Science.

The College also houses Master Programs in Environmental Science, Gulf Studies, Materials Science, Arabic Language and Literature, and Applied Statistics, in addition to PhD programs in Biological and Environmental Sciences and Gulf Studies. Research centers including the Center for Sustainable Development (CSD) and the Gulf Studies Center complement the portfolio. CAS faculty members have excellent opportunities to secure intramural and extramural funding for their research ideas.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teach courses to undergraduate students in Arabic
• Advise undergraduate students
• Collaborate with faculty on research within and across departments
• Provide service to the department, university, profession, and community
• Publish in peer-reviewed journals
• Seek and obtain extramural funding

Required Qualifications:

• PhD Degree in Sociology
• Fluent in both Arabic and English
• Teaching experience
• Publication record with clear research agenda

Selection Criteria:
Preference will be given to candidates who have:

• Excellent teaching record
• Track record of publications
• Strong quantitative and/or qualitative research skills

Required Documents:

• Cover letter
• Current Curriculum Vitae including:
  • Years of experience after PhD
  • Major and Specialization/Concentration
  • H-index and Citations
  • Google Scholar link
  • ORCID NUMBER
  • Number of publications in Q1, Q2, Q3, Q4 journals (last 5 years)
  • Number of publications in non-indexed journals
  • Number of published books and book chapters
  • Number of graduate students supervised and role
  • Awards, grants (role and amount)
• Teaching, research and service philosophy
• Three referees’ contact information (physical and email addresses and telephone numbers)
• Copy of highest earned credential (transcript or certificate letter)
• Any additional documentation deemed relevant

Benefits:

• Three-year renewable contract
• Tax-free salary commensurate with experience
• Furnished accommodation
• Educational allowance for eligible children
• Private health care and health insurance
• Annual leave
• End-of-contract indemnity

How to Apply:
New applicants need to set up an account with the QU Recruitment Online website (https://careers.qu.edu.qa) and complete your personal profile. Once your profile is complete, use it to apply for this open position.

Application Deadline: May 31, 2026

Location: Doha, Qatar