AL-KHOBAR, KINGDOM OF SAUDI ARABIA
Position: Assistant/Associate/ Full Professor, Chemistry
Department: Core Curriculum Program – Mathematics and Natural Sciences
School: Prince Mohammad Bin Fahd University
Reports to: Department Chair; College Dean
Introduction
The Deanship of CORE Curriculum offers a broad range of core academic courses that are available to meet the specific needs of individual degree programs. All students are required to successfully complete courses in each of three College CORE fields: natural and physical sciences, mathematics, and social and behavioral sciences.
The CORE Curriculum is a set of humanities, social sciences, natural sciences, mathematics and Assessment Capstone competencies that help our students develop and grow as lifelong learners. The ultimate goal of the Core Curriculum Program is to empower our students with the rational thinking that enables them to consider what it is like to act and think as researchers, historians, businessmen, chemists, physicists, mathematicians and economists.
The Deanship of CORE Curriculum is committed to working towards achieving the goals articulated in Saudi Vision 2030. Our students expect to be globally competent and empowered with the communication, technological and critical thinking skills that the job market needs. Therefore, integral to the CORE Curriculum are the global competencies that today’s business sector requires. The CORE Curriculum, with its two departments centralizes six defining competencies which are integral to its courses: Communication, Technology, Critical Thinking, Professional Development, Teamwork and Leadership.
General Description
We are seeking an experienced and dedicated Assistant/Associate Professor of Chemistry specializing in Analytical Chemistry. The ideal candidate will have at least 5 years of teaching experience at the university level and a strong research background in analytical chemistry. The successful candidate will be responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, mentoring students, conducting innovative research, and contributing to the overall academic mission of the department.
Qualifications & Experience (Required)
- Ph.D. in Chemistry with a focus on Analytical Chemistry or closely related discipline.
- Minimum of 5 years of teaching experience at the college or university level, with a demonstrated record of excellence in instruction.
- Proven research background in analytical chemistry with a history of publications in respected journals.
- Strong potential for securing external research funding.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in higher education.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Teaching:
- Deliver undergraduate and graduate-level courses in chemistry.
- Develop and update course materials, syllabi, and teaching methods to enhance student learning.
- Engage in student advising and mentoring, guiding undergraduate students through academic and research endeavors.
- Participate in curriculum development and review within the chemistry division.
- Research:
- Lead a dynamic research program in analytical chemistry, with an emphasis on publishing in peer-reviewed journals and securing external funding.
- Collaborate with faculty, and students to advance research initiatives.
- Foster interdisciplinary research and partnerships with industry, governmental, and academic institutions.
- Service:
- Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as needed.
- Participate in outreach and community engagement activities to promote the department and university programs.
- Contribute to the development and implementation of departmental goals and strategic initiatives.
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.
These positions are exciting opportunity for faculty to experience the state-of-the-art facilities and learning-centered environment. Also, PMU offers an opportunity to experience the life and culture of the Middle East.
We are looking for creative, experienced and qualified applicants who will identify with the mission of the University.
How to Apply
Application to this position require a letter of interest, curriculum vita (include a recent photo; state citizenship; and links to Google Scholar & Scopus and LinkedIn profile), unofficial copy of Ph.D. Diploma, statement of research and teaching interests and a portfolio (no more than 20 pages long) that includes representative professional work depicting evidence of research, teaching activities; a narrative of administrative and leadership philosophy including a statement of past and proposed efforts to enhance diversity as well as the names, addresses, phone numbers and email addresses of at least three professional references who may be contacted, with permission of the candidate, following initial evaluations by the search committee.
Note: In order to apply for a position of Associate / Full Professor, candidates must provide a letter of promotion from an academic institution with a documented due process to the rank of Associate / Full Professor.
Positions advertised on our job website and can be closed at the discretion of the department at any time. This position is open until filled. This employment site is updated on a regular basis. The length of the recruitment and screening process may vary from position to position, depending upon a variety of factors. Should review of your qualifications result in a decision to pursue your candidacy, you will be contacted by phone or email.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until positions are filled.
- Please mention the name of the source/website where you have seen this advertisement
- Only short listed candidates will be contacted.
For submission of applications, log-on to our career site:
https://pmu.taleo.net/careersection/ex/jobsearch.ftl
Alternatively, send your application by email to vacancies@pmu.edu.sa in the event of an unsuccessful online application. (Please specify Position Applied for: Ex: Assistant Professor in Chemistry" in the email subject line and please also mention the name of the source/website where you have seen this advertisement)
Disclaimer
PMU reserves the right to alter, amend and add responsibilities to this position in line with the institutional needs. Changes and amendments to this job description shall be within the academic framework and the general employment conditions.
