Associate Professor, Biological Sciences

Organisation/Company: KHALIFA UNIVERSITY

Research Field: Biological sciences

Researcher Profile: Recognised Researcher (R2), First Stage Researcher (R1)

Country: United Arab Emirates

Application Deadline: 30 Apr 2025 - 00:00 (UTC)

Type of Contract: Permanent

Job Status: Full-time

Is the job funded through the EU Research Framework Programme? Not funded by a EU programme

Is the Job related to staff position within a Research Infrastructure? No

Offer Description

Job Purpose

The responsibilities of faculty members shall be an appropriate combination of:

1. Dissemination of knowledge through undergraduate and/or graduate teaching
2. Research, scholarly or other creative activities
3. University, community, and professional services

Operational Responsibilities

Teaching:

• Teach at undergraduate and graduate level in subject areas and on time schedules allocated by the Chair of Department
• Prepare teaching material including course outline, syllabus and lesson plans. Revise the subject matter on a regular basis as appropriate for that subject
• Contribute to the development, planning and implementation of a high quality curriculum
• Provide students with detailed syllabus, methods of instruction and evaluation in their courses
• Engage in the selection of textbooks and other teaching aids necessary to the instruction of courses
• Monitor students’ performance in their subject areas and provide remedial classes when necessary
• Set and mark exams, coursework, assignments, laboratory work, homework, and any other relevant activity
• Use up-to-date instructional technology and ensure the delivery is clear and consistent
• Supervise students’ research and practical work and of their theses preparation, as well as participate in evaluation of their theses
• Participate in professional peer reviews
• Develop and improve their scholarly competence and effectiveness as teachers within their area of expertise

Research, Scholarly and Creative Activities:

• Carry out research and produce publications, or other research outputs, in line with personal objectives agreed in the review process
• Engage in scholarly or creative activities in their area of expertise and make results available for critical peer review
• Deliver papers at professional association meetings, seminars and conferences
• Participate in panels at regional and international meetings of professional organizations
• Identify and successfully bid for external funding and grants
• Actively raise the Department and Faculty’s profile, internally and externally
• Participate in departmental and faculty seminars aimed at sharing research outcomes and building interdisciplinary collaboration within and outside the department
• Collaborate with colleagues, both within and outside the University, in conducting and managing research and consultancy activities

Academic Service:

• Play an active role in departmental, or University-wide working groups or committees as requested
• Contribute to student recruitment, retention and placement efforts
• Foster service by contributing to the community at large in participatory, developmental or advisory capacity
• Support and participate in student organization activities
• Adhere to the University's information security and confidentiality policies and procedures, and report breaches or other security risks accordingly
• Coordinate with other departments to facilitate the accomplishment of tasks and responsibilities, as and when needed
• Contribute to the academic community through peer review, editorial roles, and professional organizations
• Engage in outreach, collaboration, and public engagement activities
• Demonstrate a strong commitment and practice to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment
• Perform any other tasks assigned by the Line Manager

Qualifications

Qualifications & Experience

Required Qualifications:

PhD or equivalent terminal degree, in related discipline from an accredited institution.

Required Experience:

Candidates must hold a doctoral degree in biological or medical sciences, with a demonstrated track record in obesity, metabolism, and related disorders, bridging basic science and clinical applications. They will secure extramural funding, mentor trainees, and drive interdisciplinary collaborations to advance obesity research and its links to diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and other conditions. The professor will also facilitate the translation of discoveries into clinical interventions for obesity management and metabolic disease.

The ideal candidate will have a strong research profile, evidenced by publications in high-impact journals, as well as experience in teaching undergraduate and graduate courses within their area of expertise. Applications are invited from individuals currently holding associate or full professor positions at leading institutions of higher education.

Should you require further assistance or if you face any issue with the online application, please feel free to contact the Recruitment Team (recruitmentteam@ku.ac.ae).