Associate Professor/ Professor Maritime Shipping Management

Sharjah Maritime Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 420,000 - 760,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharjah Maritime Academy invites an accomplished scholar to teach postgraduate courses in Shipping Operations, Maritime Economics, Risk Management and related disciplines, supervise dissertations, and contribute to applied research with industry partners.

The ideal candidate holds a PhD in a shipping-related field, a higher education teaching qualification, and a strong publication record; experience in curriculum design, assessment and academic governance is essential in a multicultural UAE

Qualifications

• Fluent English communication is essential for teaching and supervision.
• Experience in curriculum development and postgraduate supervision.
• Strong publication record and research capability.

Responsibilities

• Teach postgraduate courses in areas such as Shipping Operations, Maritime Economics, and related disciplines.
• Supervise postgraduate dissertations, applied research projects and capstone projects.
• Contribute to research profile through publications and external funding applications.
• Participate in assessment, curriculum development, and academic governance.
• Represent the Academy at conferences and professional events.

Education

PhD in Shipping Management, Maritime Management, Maritime Economics, Maritime Operations, Shipping Finance, or a closely related discipline.

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Head of Maritime Logistics and Supply Chain Management Program in achieving the Academy s strategic academic research and industry engagement objectives
• Teach postgraduate courses in areas such as Maritime Economics and Commercial Maritime Safety and Risk Management Systems Maritime Law Regulation and Compliance Shipping Operations and Fleet Management Shipping Finance and Global Risk Management Shipping Strategy and Policy Port or Shipping agency Port Customs regulations and related maritime shipping disciplines as assigned by the Head using appropriate teaching methods while satisfying the requirements of the Academy
• Deliver high-quality lectures seminars workshops simulations case studies and applied learning activities using innovative and effective pedagogical approaches
• Supervise postgraduate dissertations applied research projects industry projects internships and capstone projects in shipping operations fleet management maritime economics shipping finance maritime risk shipping strategy and maritime regulation
• Contribute to the development of the Academy s research profile through high-quality publications collaborative research projects conference participation and external research funding applications
• Participate in all aspects of assessment including examination setting moderation marking viva examinations project evaluation and the development of innovative assessment methods that enhance student learning outcomes
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of developments in shipping operations fleet management maritime economics and finance safety and risk management digital shipping sustainability and international maritime regulations to support research-informed teaching
• Ensure compliance with academic regulations quality assurance requirements program specifications timetables and the annual academic calendar
• Conduct high-quality research in areas such as shipping operations fleet management maritime economics shipping finance maritime safety and risk shipping strategy and policy digital shipping sustainability and maritime regulation contributing to the Academy s research strategy and international reputation
• Publish scholarly work in high-impact journals and actively pursue research grants consultancy projects and industry-funded initiatives
• Provide timely constructive formative and comprehensive feedback to students using appropriate communication channels and learning technologies
• Contribute to curriculum development course review program enhancement accreditation activities and institutional quality assurance initiatives
• Serve as Academic Advisor and mentor to students supporting their academic professional and personal development
• Participate actively in departmental college and institutional committees meetings and academic governance activities
• Deliver courses and contribute to interdisciplinary teaching activities across other academic departments when required by the Line Manager
• Represent the Academy at conferences professional events industry forums and external stakeholder engagements

Qualifications

• E: PhD in Shipping Management, Maritime Management, Maritime Economics, Maritime Operations, Shipping Finance, or a closely related discipline.
• P: Professional maritime or shipping certification or recognized qualification relevant to shipping operations and management.
• P: Recognized qualification for teaching in Higher Education
• P: Membership or Fellowship of a relevant professional body from Maritime / Shipping Experience
• E: Minimum of 10 years post-PhD (including at least 5 years at the rank of Associate Professor or equivalent) for appointment as Professor, or a PhD with a minimum of 5 years at the rank of Assistant Professor or equivalent for appointment as Associate Professor, from a recognized university.
• E: A minimum of 10 years of teaching experience at the rank of Assistant Professor or above, acquired after obtaining the PhD.
• E: Postgraduate teaching experience in Shipping Operations, Fleet Management, Maritime Economics, Shipping Finance, Maritime Risk Management, Maritime Law, and related maritime disciplines.
• E: Relevant industry experience in shipping companies, ship management, fleet operations, chartering, maritime finance, maritime authorities, or maritime consultancy.
• P: Experience supervising postgraduate dissertations, applied research projects, and capstone projects.
• P: Demonstrated research capability through publications in reputable peer-reviewed journals and conference proceedings.
• P: Experience in curriculum development, course leadership, and academic program enhancement.
• P: Familiarity with international maritime regulations and industry standards, including SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, ISPS Code, and related IMO instruments.
• P: Familiarity with CAA standards, quality assurance processes, and accreditation requirements in the UAE.
• P: Familiarity with learning technologies, Learning Management Systems (LMS), online assessment platforms, and academic integrity tools.
• P: Experience with digital shipping technologies, fleet management systems, maritime simulation systems, and emerging technologies relevant to the shipping sector.
• Knowledge E: Advanced knowledge of Shipping Operations, Fleet Management, Commercial Shipping, Maritime Economics, Shipping Finance, and Chartering.
• E: Knowledge of voyage planning, freight markets, vessel deployment, shipping cycles, and commercial shipping management.
• E: Knowledge of maritime safety, risk management, international conventions and regulations, including SOLAS, MARPOL, STCW, ISPS Code, and IMO instruments.
• E: Knowledge of Digital Shipping, Fleet Management Systems, AI, automation, sustainability, ESG, and maritime decarbonization.
• E: Knowledge of research methods, postgraduate supervision, academic standards, and evidence-based decision-making.
• P: Knowledge of maritime simulation, UAE maritime regulations, higher education quality assurance, research funding, consultancy, and industry engagement.
• Skills E: Ability to communicate effectively in English, both written and verbal, at the highest level of professionalism.
• E: Ability to integrate academic theory and maritime industry practice through case studies, simulations, and research-informed teaching.
• E: Strong teaching, presentation, facilitation, and student engagement skills across postgraduate learning environments.
• E: Ability to supervise postgraduate research, dissertations, and applied industry projects.
• E: Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking skills relevant to shipping operations, fleet management, maritime economics, risk management, shipping strategy, and maritime finance.
• E: Ability to work effectively within multicultural and interdisciplinary academic and professional environments.
• P: Familiarity with maritime simulation technologies, fleet management systems, digital shipping systems, and emerging maritime technologies.
• E: Essential
• P: Preferred