Assistant Professor, Economics

Job Description:
AL-KHOBAR, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA

Position: Assistant Professor, Economics
Department: Accounting and Finance
School: Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University
Reports to: Department Chair; College Dean

Qualifications & Experience (Required):
Applicants with research interests and experience in one or more of the following areas are especially encouraged to apply:

1. Microeconomics
2. Macroeconomics
3. Managerial Economics
4. Finance principles

Other requirements:

• A Minimum of 3 years of experience in teaching/research and/or industry at the level of Assistant Professor or equivalent grade.
• Experience in using management applications/tools, simulation techniques and innovative teaching methods like flipped classroom in teaching economics.
• Active researcher in Economics/competitiveness and sustainability.
• Ph. D. holders from ACCSB Accredited universities will be preferred.

Candidates must have earned a doctorate degree in Economics or a closely related field from an accredited Western residential university. The ideal candidate also exhibits the following characteristics:

• Excellent oral and written English communication skills.
• A minimum of three years of demonstrated teaching excellence in programs in which English is used as the language of instruction.
• An active research record as evidenced by publications in refereed journals and at conferences.
• A strong willingness to become engaged in service to the university and the community, and to participate in department, college, and university initiatives, especially as they relate to accreditation.
• Strong cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Experience with AACSB accreditation is highly beneficial.
• Familiarity with technology-infused academic environments is required.
• Previous experiences in the Middle East in general and in GCC countries in particular are an added bonus.
• Suitable candidates applying for a position of Associate/Full Professor must provide a letter of promotion from an academic institution with a documented due process to the rank of Associate/Full Professor.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (Required):
Maintain an appropriate scholarly or professional development activity and to keep up to date with developments in the field as necessary to carry out the duties of the position.
Participate in the comprehensive advisement of students majoring in the College.
Contribute to the overall work of the College and/or equivalent external organizations by representing the institution and faculty on appropriate committees and groups.
Effectively contribute to the management and administrative processes and committee structures of the School, faculty, and College, as required.
Participate in, manage, or lead major initiatives or areas of work (as either sustained or one-time projects) that facilitate School, faculty, or College performance and accreditation, as required.
Participate in the recruitment, management, development, and mentoring of colleagues, as required.
Perform any and all other position-related duties as requested by Chair, Dean, Vice President, or President.

Duties and Responsibilities:
Carry out the duties of the position in accordance with College values and standards and in line with College policies and procedures, upholding high professional standards and leading by example.
Work with our students as members of a learning community to provide world-class education and an excellent student experience.
Integrate the College value of inclusiveness into all appropriate aspects of the job, respecting the dignity and diversity of all members of the College community and of visitors to the College.
Promote the values of collegiality within the College community.

Teaching and other academic duties:
Contribute at an appropriate level to school and faculty policy and practice in teaching and research.
Play a significant role in the design, development, and planning of courses and programs within the subject area as required.
Play a significant role in the review of courses and programs and in assessment, quality assurance, and quality enhancement as required.
Develop innovative approaches to learning and teaching as appropriate.
Provide timely feedback and assessment of coursework and examinations.
Provide general support and guidance to students, resolving issues and/or referring to specialist parties, where appropriate.

Remuneration and Benefits:
PMU offers an income tax-free compensation package, commensurate with rank and experience, including 12-month salary, PMU accommodation, annual vacation, and annual round-trip airfare to the home country, medical insurance, and end of contract benefits.