Lecturer Environmental Health

• Doctoral degree in Mental Health or a related field from an accredited university in the United Arab Emirates.
• Expertise in Mental Health Psychology.
• At least (3) years previous university teaching experience.
• Commitment to fostering a supportive and engaging learning environment.
• The applicant should have published papers in journals within the global databases (Scopus).
• The applicant must be fluent in both Arabic and English.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Develop and deliver courses in designated areas of study.
• Uphold the fundamental standards of the University, including Teaching, Research, and Service.
• Evaluate and monitor individual student progress, providing feedback to promote student success.
• Research, organize, and manage instructional resources, course outlines, and community networks.
• Actively seek methods, procedures, and resources to effectively achieve course objectives.
• Support and participate in accreditation initiatives.
• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Skills Required:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to develop and deliver presentations.
• Ability to work effectively with a multiple diverse community.
• Ability to create, compose and edit written materials.
• Program planning and implementation skills.
• Knowledge of computerized student information systems.
• Ethical Practice: Emphasizing ethical considerations in research, teaching, and clinical practice. This includes issues related to confidentiality, informed consent, cultural competence, and the responsible use of psychological assessments and interventions.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Recognizing the impact of cultural, socioeconomic, and environmental factors on mental health, and ensuring that research, teaching, and clinical care are inclusive and culturally sensitive.
• Trauma-Informed Care: Promoting approaches to care that recognize the impact of trauma on mental health.

1. Expertise in Mental Health

• Mental Health Disorders: In-depth knowledge of various mental health disorders, including anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, and personality disorders.
• Psychological Theories and Approaches: Expertise in different psychological theories, therapeutic modalities, and frameworks for understanding mental health.
• Mental Health Treatment: Knowledge of various mental health treatment approaches, including pharmacological treatments, psychotherapy, counseling, and alternative therapies.
• Preventive Mental Health: Understanding of preventative measures, early intervention strategies, and public health initiatives aimed at improving mental health at the population level.
• Health Systems and Policy: Understanding how mental health services are structured within healthcare systems.

2. Teaching and Curriculum Development

• Course Design: Developing and delivering courses at undergraduate and graduate levels on topics related to mental health.
• Interdisciplinary Teaching: Teaching students from various disciplines and integrating mental health topics into broader curricula.
• Practical Training: Providing students with practical experiences to apply theoretical knowledge.
• Student Evaluation: Designing assessments to evaluate students' understanding of mental health concepts.

3. Research and Scholarly Activity

• Mental Health Research: Conducting research in areas related to mental health.
• Clinical Trials and Studies: Designing and leading clinical trials or qualitative research projects.
• Collaboration with Healthcare Providers: Collaborating with hospitals, clinics, and community organizations.
• Publication: Publishing research in peer-reviewed journals.
• Grant Writing: Writing research proposals and securing funding for projects.

4. Supervision and Mentorship

• Graduate Student Supervision: Supervising graduate students in their mental health-related research projects.
• Career Mentorship: Advising students on career opportunities in mental health.
• Research Mentorship: Providing mentorship to junior faculty and early-career researchers.

5. Community Outreach and Advocacy

• Mental Health Education: Engaging in public outreach to increase awareness of mental health issues.