Lecturer

University of Sharjah; Sharjah; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Sharjah invites applications for a Lecturer in the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences to deliver practical and theory courses in Hematology, Blood Banking, Phlebotomy, Biology lab and Human Anatomy and Physiology lab. Experience in Molecular Diagnostics is an advantage.

The successful candidate will develop, update and teach courses, mentor undergraduates, and participate in departmental and university activities. English proficiency is required; Arabic is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor-level degree in Medical Lab Sciences is required.
• MSc in Hematology, Blood Banking or MLS-related field is required.
• Professional MLS certification (e.g., ASCP) is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop, update and teach practical courses in MLS specialties and general courses.
• Mentor undergraduate students during their research projects and contribute to admin tasks.
• Support department, college and university activities as required.

Skills

Communication skills

Computer literacy

Presentation skills

Classroom management

Education

BSc in Medical Lab Sciences

MSc in Hematology/Blood Banking

MLS certification (e.g., ASCP)

Job description

Work Mode: On-site

Date Posted: 6 October 2026

Job Reference/ID: 2709-2026-10-06T10:11:48

Job Description / Role:

The University of Sharjah is seeking a Lecturer for the Department of Medical Laboratory Sciences to conduct laboratory sessions in Hematology, Blood Banking, Phlebotomy, along with general courses including Biology lab and Human Anatomy and Physiology lab.

Experience in Molecular Diagnostics is considered an advantage.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop, update and teach practical courses in Hematology, Blood Banking, Phlebotomy, and Molecular Diagnostics, among other MLS specialties and general courses.
• Contribute to administrative tasks and community services at the department, college, and university levels as required by his/her superiors.
• Assist with mentoring undergraduate students during their research projects.

Experience Required:

• Considerable practical experience in diagnostic laboratory medicine at a reputable hospital in the core area of Hematology.
• Significant teaching experience in Medical Laboratory Science practical courses.
• A minimum of two years’ clinical and/or teaching experience after the MSc degree is essential.
• Experience in clinical training of students majoring in medical laboratory science is a big plus.
• Practical experience in diagnostic laboratory quality control and management is a plus.
• Considerable practical experience in laboratory medicine at a reputable hospital is a plus.

Education Qualifications:

• BSc degree in Medical Lab Sciences.
• MSc degree in Hematology, Blood Banking, or a related core areas of MLS from a reputable academic institution.
• Professional certification/licensing from an internationally recognized organization in the general field of MLS (e.g., ASCP) is a plus.

Skills Required:

• Evidence-based theoretical and practical knowledge of current diagnostic lab-work related protocols and procedures.
• Excellent and up to date computer literacy.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Ability to successfully manage class sessions with students from diverse backgrounds.

Languages:

Proficiency in English; proficiency in Arabic is a plus.

Employment / Job Type: Full Time

Nationality: Any Nationality

About the Company:

Comprehensive private research university established in 1997 under the patronage of the Ruler of Sharjah, and one of the largest in the United Arab Emirates. It offers undergraduate, master’s, and doctoral programmes across medicine, dental medicine, pharmacy, health sciences, engineering, business, law, arts, communication, fine arts, and Sharia and Islamic studies.

Company Industry: Education & Academia

Department / Functional Area: Medical Laboratory Sciences

Closing Date: 9 November 2026