Job Description

Assistant/Associate Professor in Physics for Life Sciences – Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University, Saudi Arabia

Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Physics for Life Sciences within its College of Medicine in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

The position focuses on teaching fundamental physics concepts to undergraduate students enrolled in medicine and other health science programmes. The successful candidate will help students understand how physical principles underpin biological and physiological systems, modern healthcare, and biomedical technologies.

The University seeks an academic holding a PhD in Physics, Medical Physics, Applied Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or a closely related field, with at least three years of undergraduate-level physics teaching experience.

Experience teaching physics to medical or health sciences students is preferred.

In addition to teaching, the successful candidate will contribute to curriculum development, laboratory instruction, student mentoring, academic quality assurance, interdisciplinary collaboration, research where appropriate, and university service.

Institution: Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU)
College: College of Medicine
Position: Assistant/Associate Professor – Physics for Life Sciences
Location: Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type: Full-time
Reports To: Department Chair and College Dean
Minimum Qualification: Relevant PhD
Minimum Teaching Experience: Three years
Job Posting Date: 9 November 2026
Application Deadline: Not specified

About the College of Medicine

The College of Medicine at Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University is committed to delivering high-quality medical education.

The College’s academic mission encompasses teaching and learning, research, governance, and institutional service.

The advertised Physics for Life Sciences position supports this mission by connecting fundamental physics education with biological, physiological, medical, and clinical applications.

The successful candidate will contribute to the education of undergraduate medical and health sciences students while participating in academic development and continuous quality improvement.

Physics for Life Sciences Faculty Position – Role Overview

The successful candidate will teach Physics for Life Sciences at undergraduate level, emphasising the relevance of physical principles to living systems, healthcare, and biomedical technologies.

The position requires the ability to explain fundamental physics concepts through examples drawn from medicine, physiology, biomedical instrumentation, and diagnostic technologies.

The successful candidate is expected to use student-centred and evidence-based teaching methods to help students develop an understanding of physics within the context of their medical and health sciences education.

The role also includes laboratory teaching, student assessment, academic advising, curriculum development, quality assurance, and participation in departmental and university activities.

Teaching Areas and Subject Coverage

The successful candidate will teach core physics concepts with particular emphasis on their biological, physiological, and clinical applications.

Mechanics

Teaching fundamental principles of mechanics and demonstrating their relevance to biological and medical systems.

Waves

Explaining the principles of waves and their applications within the life sciences and healthcare.

Electricity and Magnetism

Delivering instruction in electricity and magnetism, including their relevance to biological systems and medical technologies.

Optics

Teaching fundamental optics concepts and their applications in medical and diagnostic contexts.

Radiation Physics

Introducing radiation physics and its relevance to medical applications.

Modern Physics

Teaching relevant modern physics concepts as part of the undergraduate Physics for Life Sciences curriculum.

These topics form the core subject areas explicitly identified in the advertisement.

Medical and Biomedical Applications

A central responsibility of the position is to connect physics principles with their practical applications in medicine and the life sciences.

The successful candidate will incorporate relevant examples from the following areas.

Medical Imaging

Using medical imaging examples to demonstrate the application of physical principles in healthcare and diagnostic technologies.

Radiation Therapy

Integrating examples from radiation therapy into the teaching of relevant physics concepts.

Biomechanics

Connecting principles of mechanics with biological and physiological applications.

Physiology

Explaining how physical principles contribute to understanding physiological systems.

Biomedical Instrumentation

Using biomedical instrumentation examples to demonstrate the relationship between physics, measurement, and medical technologies.

Diagnostic Technologies

Introducing relevant applications of physics in modern diagnostic technologies.

The advertisement does not require candidates to hold clinical qualifications or professional licences in these medical specialties.

Key Duties and Responsibilities

1. Undergraduate Teaching

Teach undergraduate courses in Physics for Life Sciences using student-centred and evidence-based instructional approaches.

The successful candidate must be able to explain complex physical concepts in ways that support the learning needs of medical and health sciences students.

2. Integration of Medical Applications

Connect fundamental physics concepts with practical examples from medical imaging, radiation therapy, biomechanics, physiology, biomedical instrumentation, and diagnostic technologies.

3. Curriculum and Course Development

Develop and update:

• Course syllabi.
• Lecture materials.
• Laboratory exercises.
• Assessment tools.

These activities must align with programme learning outcomes and applicable accreditation requirements.

4. Student Assessment

Prepare, administer, and grade student assessments, including:

• Quizzes.
• Examinations.
• Laboratory reports.
• Other assessment activities.

The successful candidate must maintain academic integrity throughout the assessment process.

5. Laboratory Instruction and Safety

Supervise laboratory sessions and ensure compliance with laboratory safety regulations.

The advertisement does not specify particular laboratory equipment, facilities, or experimental platforms.

6. Academic Advising and Student Mentoring

Provide academic advising and support to students through:

• Office hours.
• Academic mentoring.
• Other appropriate student-support activities.

7. Educational Technology

Use educational technologies, simulation software, and Learning Management Systems to enhance teaching and learning.

The University does not specify a mandatory LMS platform or simulation software package.

8. Curriculum Review and Quality Assurance

Participate in:

• Curriculum development.
• Course review.
• Academic quality assurance.
• Continuous improvement initiatives.

These activities support the College’s educational standards and programme requirements.

9. Academic Committees and University Service

Contribute to departmental, college, and university committees and academic service activities.

10. Faculty Development

Participate in faculty development programmes and maintain professional competence through continuous learning.

11. Research and Scholarly Activities

Conduct scholarly research and contribute to publications, conferences, and other academic activities where appropriate.

The advertisement does not establish a minimum publication count, citation threshold, or research funding requirement.

12. Interdisciplinary Collaboration

Collaborate with faculty from:

• Medicine.
• Biomedical sciences.
• Related disciplines.

These collaborations are intended to promote interdisciplinary education.

Minimum Qualifications and Experience

Applicants must satisfy the following requirements.

PhD in a Relevant Discipline

Candidates must hold a PhD in one of the following fields:

• Physics.
• Medical Physics.
• Applied Physics.
• Biomedical Engineering.
• A closely related discipline.

The advertisement does not specify that the PhD must be exclusively in Physics.

Minimum Three Years of Undergraduate Physics Teaching

Applicants must demonstrate at least three years of experience teaching physics at undergraduate level.

Teaching experience involving medical or health sciences students is preferred.

The three-year minimum is mandatory, while the medical or health sciences teaching background is a preference.

Knowledge of Medical Physics Applications

Candidates must demonstrate knowledge of medical physics concepts and applications, including relevant areas such as:

• Diagnostic imaging.
• Radiation physics.
• Biomechanics.
• Biomedical instrumentation.

The advertisement does not prescribe separate professional certifications for these areas.

Communication and Interpersonal Skills

Applicants must possess strong:

• Communication skills.
• Organisational skills.
• Interpersonal skills.

These capabilities are essential for effective teaching, student support, and academic collaboration.

Learning Management Systems and Educational Technology

Candidates must demonstrate experience and familiarity with:

• Learning Management Systems.
• Technology-infused academic environments.

The advertisement does not identify a specific LMS or require certification in a particular educational technology.

Commitment to Academic Excellence

Applicants must demonstrate commitment to:

• Student success.
• Academic excellence.
• Continuous quality improvement.

Teaching and Learning Approach

The University places particular emphasis on effective undergraduate teaching that makes physics accessible and relevant to medical and health sciences students.

The successful candidate is expected to use student-centred and evidence-based teaching methods.

Teaching should connect theoretical physics with practical examples from living systems, physiology, healthcare, and biomedical technologies.

Educational technologies and simulation software should be incorporated where appropriate to support student understanding and engagement.

The role also requires the development of appropriate learning materials, laboratory activities, and assessments aligned with programme learning outcomes.

Research and Academic Engagement

The position includes participation in scholarly research and academic activities where appropriate.

The successful candidate may contribute to:

• Scholarly research.
• Academic publications.
• Conferences.
• Other relevant academic activities.

However, the supplied advertisement does not specify:

• A mandatory number of publications.
• Scopus or Web of Science indexing requirements.
• A minimum h-index.
• Previous research grant funding.
• A required research proposal.
• Mandatory postgraduate supervision experience.

Research is part of the advertised role, but the stated minimum qualifications place particular emphasis on teaching experience, medical physics knowledge, and educational competence.

Academic Quality Assurance and Accreditation

The successful candidate will contribute to the College’s quality assurance and continuous improvement activities.

Responsibilities include aligning course materials, laboratory exercises, and assessments with programme learning outcomes and accreditation requirements.

The faculty member will also participate in curriculum review and other academic quality improvement initiatives.

The advertisement does not specify mandatory previous experience with a particular accreditation body or framework.

Reporting and Institutional Responsibilities

The position reports to the:

• Department Chair.
• College Dean.

The successful candidate will contribute to the College’s teaching, research, governance, and service agenda.

The University reserves the right to alter, amend, or add responsibilities in response to institutional needs, provided such changes remain within the academic framework and general employment conditions.

Employment Details

The position is advertised under the following employment classification:

Primary Location: Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Job Category: Faculty
Schedule: Regular / Standard
Job Type: Full-time
Academic Rank: Assistant Professor or Associate Professor

The supplied advertisement does not specify:

• Salary or salary range.
• Contract duration.
• Tenure-track or tenured status.
• Expected appointment start date.
• Housing or relocation benefits.
• Numerical teaching load.
• Separate appointment criteria for Assistant Professor and Associate Professor.

Applicants should confirm the relevant employment conditions and rank-specific expectations with the University.

Application Information

Job Posting Date: 9 November 2026, 8:05:51 AM

Application Deadline: Not specified.

The supplied vacancy description does not provide a direct application link, recruitment email address, or mandatory application-document checklist.

Interested applicants should consult Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University’s official recruitment channels for the complete application procedure.

Job Summary

Field	Details
Employer	Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University (PMU)
College	College of Medicine
Position	Assistant/Associate Professor – Physics for Life Sciences
Academic Ranks	Assistant Professor / Associate Professor
Location	Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia
Employment Type	Full-time
Schedule	Regular / Standard
Reports To	Department Chair; College Dean
Minimum Qualification	PhD
Accepted Doctoral Fields	Physics, Medical Physics, Applied Physics, Biomedical Engineering, or closely related field
Minimum Teaching Experience	Three years of undergraduate physics teaching
Preferred Teaching Background	Teaching medical or health sciences students
Teaching Level	Undergraduate
Student Groups	Medicine and other health sciences programmes
Core Teaching Subjects	Mechanics, Waves, Electricity, Magnetism, Optics, Radiation, Modern Physics
Medical Applications	Medical Imaging, Radiation Therapy, Biomechanics, Physiology, Biomedical Instrumentation, Diagnostic Technologies
Medical Physics Knowledge	Required
Teaching Methodologies	Student-centred and evidence-based
Curriculum Development	Required responsibility
Course Materials and Assessments	Development and updating required
Laboratory Supervision	Required
Laboratory Safety	Compliance required
Academic Advising	Required
Student Mentoring	Required
Educational Technologies	Required use
LMS Familiarity	Required
Simulation Software	Use expected
Quality Assurance	Required participation
Accreditation Alignment	Required in course development
Academic Committees	Required participation
Faculty Development	Required participation
Research and Publications	Scholarly contribution where appropriate
Interdisciplinary Collaboration	Medicine, Biomedical Sciences, related disciplines
Communication Skills	Strong skills required
Organisational Skills	Required
Interpersonal Skills	Required
Student Success Commitment	Required
Continuous Quality Improvement	Required
Salary	Not specified
Contract Duration	Not specified
Tenure Status	Not specified
Start Date	Not specified
Application Documents	Not specified
Application Method	Not specified
Posting Date	9 November 2026
Application Deadline	Not specified