Adjunct Faculty - Computer Science

كليات التقنية العليا - الإمارات; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A higher education institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a qualified Faculty member to provide effective instruction to second-language learners. The successful candidate will develop and utilize various educational technology resources, ensure effective teaching methodologies, and support students through mentoring and feedback. The position requires a strong academic background, preferably a Ph.D. or Master's degree with relevant experience in education and industry, and active involvement in community events.

Qualifications

• A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is required where applicable.
• Master's Degree with professional certification and experience of 5 years.
• Bachelor's Degree may also be considered for candidates with extensive industry experience.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to the implementation of HCT’s system-wide strategy.
• Engage in applied research and develop educational technology resources.
• Provide continuous feedback on student progress and support their success.

Education

Ph.D. in a relevant discipline

Master's Degree with professional certification and 5 years of experience

Bachelor's Degree with extensive industry experience

Job description

Position Summary

Job Objective :

To provide effective instruction in general Faculty subjects and in at least two or more specific areas of the assigned program / discipline to the second language learners within a student-centric learning environment that fosters respect for students, their culture, and their traditions. To actively participate in academic and extra-curricular events at the College and within the community.

Main Responsibilities :

• Contribute to the implementation of HCT’s system-wide strategy.
• Assist with the development and preservation of system-wide and Faculty / Division-specific policies.
• Participate in the academic and extra-curricular events at the College and within the community.
• Engage in applied research relevant to the Division’s interest and the national innovation agenda and its targeted priority sectors.
• Use a practical, applied approach and teach courses that are in line with course syllabus and program goals to meet the needs and aspirations of the students and the community.
• Develop and utilize various educational technology resources to ensure that effective and innovative instruction methodologies are employed.
• Apply strategies to ensure that effective student learning is achieved within a second-language environment, providing continuous feedback on student progress through a variety of assessment tools, including tests, projects, assignments and other evaluation instruments.
• Take a student-centered approach, providing students with individual assistance, and dealing promptly with student issues by liaising directly with the student, program supervisor and other College personnel as required.
• Apply strategies to ensure effective student learning, provide continuous feedback and monitor student progress and take action to support student success.
• Evaluate students and timely update grades.
• Contribute to question banks and / or coursework assessments as requested.
• Apply strategies to ensure effective student learning, provide continuous feedback and monitor student progress and take action to support student success.
• Serve as student advisor as assigned.
• Provide recommendations on at-risk action plans as required.
• Support and mentor students during internships and work placements.
• Ensure that teaching facilities, equipment and supplies are maintained in good working order, if applicable.
• Prepare electronic Course Assessment Files (eCAF) and Course Assessment Reports (CAR) for the taught courses.
• Handle at least one system-wide course management in terms of content management, assessment development, course evaluation and review.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of teaching, learning, assessment and quality assurance as per the HCT Program Continuous Improvement Framework.
• Participate in the revision of courses and curricula.
• Invigilate both internal and externally administered assessments as assigned.
• Any other duties as assigned by the Supervisor.

Requirements

• A Ph.D. in a relevant discipline is required where applicable.
• Or Master's Degree and a professional certification relevant to the discipline with 5 years of teaching and industry experience.
• Or Bachelor's Degree may also be considered for candidates with extensive industry experience and industry certification as per the discipline requirement.
• Appropriate academic professional qualifications as required.

Salary and Benefits

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