Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Technology

Careers at UAE; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 280,000; Full time

Job summary

HBMSU invites applications for a full-time Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Technology in Dubai, UAE. The role emphasizes graduate teaching, curriculum development, mentorship, and research within a supportive academic environment.

The candidate should hold a Ph.D. in Educational Technology, with evidence of online teaching experience and the ability to deliver workshops and contribute to program accreditation.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated ability to teach at graduate levels.
• Experience teaching in online/e-learning environments.
• Ability to connect industry insights to curriculum and instruction.
• Proven track record delivering professional workshops.

Responsibilities

• Teach graduate courses using advanced online platforms and innovative tech.
• Design instructional materials and e-content for Educational Technology.
• Mentor and advise students throughout their studies.
• Develop and run professional short courses and workshops.
• Publish research in peer‑reviewed journals and seek funding opportunities.
• Support academic programs and their accreditations.

Skills

Graduate teaching

Online/e-learning

Curriculum integration

Professional workshops

Education

Ph.D. in Educational Technology

Job description

Assistant/Associate Professor in Educational Technology

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.

Main roles & responsibilities

• 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

Candidates will be appointed as Assistant or Associate Professor based on the following criteria:

• 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.