Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Technology

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Technology. The successful candidate will teach graduate courses on the Dubai campus, design e-content, mentor students, and lead professional development initiatives.

A PhD in Educational Technology and a strong teaching/research record are required, with expertise in online learning and industry-aligned curriculum design.

Qualifications

• PhD in Educational Technology from an accredited university where English is the language of instruction.
• Capable of teaching at graduate levels and has experience teaching at an accredited university.
• Experience in online/e-learning environments is required.
• Ability to integrate industry insights into curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Proven capability in developing and delivering professional workshops.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses using advanced online learning platforms and innovative technologies.
• Design instructional materials and e-content for Educational Technology.
• Mentor and advise students throughout their academic journey.
• Develop and deliver professional short courses and workshops for targeted groups.
• Publish research findings in peer‑reviewed journals and pursue related funding opportunities.
• Support academic programs and accreditation efforts.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Online learning

Curriculum development

Workshop delivery

Research publications

Mentoring students

Education

PhD in Educational Technology

Job description

Hamdan Bin Mohammed Smart University (HBMSU) is a licensed and accredited university in Dubai, the UAE, recognized globally for its commitment to delivering learner-cantered, high-quality smart learning. In alignment with our mission to foster innovative education, we invite applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor position in Educational Technology.

The successful candidate will play a vital role within the school of e-Education and is expected to be present on the Dubai campus during working hours. Responsibilities include:

• Teaching: Deliver engaging graduate courses utilizing advanced online learning platforms and innovative technologies.
• Curriculum Development: Design instructional materials and e-content tailored to the field of Educational Technology.
• Mentorship: Guide, advise, and mentor students throughout their academic journeys.
• Professional Development: Create and facilitate professional short courses and workshops aimed at specific target groups and professional communities.
• Research: Enhance the academic landscape by publishing research findings in high-quality, peer-reviewed journals. Developing proposals and pursue funding opportunities for research related to educational technology or associated fields.
• Service: Undertake necessary responsibilities to support academic programs and their accreditations.

Required qualification & skills:

Candidates should possess the following qualifications and skills:

• A Ph.D. in Educational Technology from an accredited university where English is the language of instruction.
• The candidate should be capable of teaching at graduate levels.
• A demonstrated record of successful teaching experience at an accredited university.
• Experience in online/e-learning environments is required.
• Ability to integrate industry insights into curriculum development and classroom instruction.
• Proven capability in developing and delivering professional workshops.

Rank and Appointment:

• A minimum of 5 years of academic experience in a university setting for the Associate Professor position.
• A strong research profile with high-quality publications and impactful contributions.
• Evidence of holding the same title at the time of application or from the last employing institution.