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Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology

Full time at Polytechnicpositions in Qatar
Posted on December 31, 2024

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Assistant/Associate Professor of Information Technology

University of Doha

Qatar

ID 2024-3741 Category Academic Position Type Regular The College of Computing and Information Technology invites applications for the position of Assistant/Associate Professor in Information Technology. Exceptional candidates at the rank of Full Professor will also be considered. The primary role of the faculty members is to promote high-quality innovative learning, applied research, and service. Faculty members should collaborate with the Head of Department, Dean, and colleagues to achieve the college's mission, mentor junior colleagues, and support the department and college with various administrative and academic services. Reporting to the Department Head, the successful candidate will be responsible for the development, delivery, and evaluation of a broad range of courses. Areas of interest include Computer Systems, Network Systems and Administration, SDN, Cloud and Edge Computing; candidates with strong expertise in other related areas will also be considered. Other duties include evaluation of student progress and management of resources in the learning environment. The successful candidate will liaise with industry and other educational institutions, participate in industry advisory committees, and coordinate, manage, and control projects within the specified program area. Faculty members will maintain course portfolio documents required for accreditation processes and engage in instructional development/improvement plans. Education and Experience Requirements Faculty members will be placed in the appropriate rank based on their education and experience (academic and/or industry). The broad criteria are provided below. Education PhD in a computing field such as Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Information Technology, or a closely related field from an internationally recognized university with an undergraduate degree from an accredited university. Experience
  • A minimum of 3 years teaching experience in a post-secondary, adult training, or industry training environment, along with preferably 3 years of employment experience as a practitioner/professional within the relevant discipline.
  • A distinguished research record and international reputation evidenced by high-quality publications in top-tier journals.
  • Excellent record of supervising high-caliber research students.
  • Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnership with the profession and industry.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Professional Certifications in Computing and Information Technology.
  • Diploma in Education (e.g., Post-secondary Education, Adult Education, or Vocational Education) is preferred.
  • 6+ years of employment experience as a practitioner/professional within the relevant discipline.
  • Teaching experience in post-secondary, adult training, or industry training environment.
  • Experience in leadership and innovation in technology-based projects.
For Associate Professor Experience
  • A minimum of 8 years teaching experience in a post-secondary, adult training, or industry training environment, along with preferably 3 years of employment experience as a practitioner/professional within the relevant discipline.
  • A distinguished research record and international reputation evidenced by high-quality publications in top-tier journals.
  • Excellent record of supervising research students.
  • Demonstrated leadership in building engagement and partnership with the profession and industry.
Other Required Skills:
  • A thorough knowledge and work experience in different areas of Computing and IT systems.
  • Commitment to applied and experiential learning as a pedagogy and a key feature of UDST’s mandate.
  • Ability to design, develop, deliver, and evaluate authentic learning experiences and assessments.
  • Digital literacy and demonstrated fluency in technology systems.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop technology-enriched learning environments.
  • Commitment to the effectiveness, vitality, and self-renewal of the teaching profession through self-driven continuous professional development and life-long learning.
  • Effective oral and written communication skills.
  • Collaborative and collegial spirit and ability to establish rapport with learners, colleagues, and community members.
  • Ability to initiate applied research projects.
How to Apply Applicants must meet all essential qualifications to be shortlisted for the position; other qualifications may be a deciding factor in selection. Qualifications and experience will be assessed through your application, which may include curricula vitae, mock lectures, motivation letter, references, teaching dossiers, and sample publications. It is the applicant’s responsibility to provide appropriate examples that illustrate how they meet each requirement. We thank all applicants for applying for the role; only those selected for further consideration will be contacted. #J-18808-Ljbffr

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