Maritime Business Lecturer & Researcher

Sharjah Maritime Academy; Sharjah; On-site; AED 240,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

Sharjah Maritime Academy in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, seeks a highly qualified academic to teach Maritime Business and related subjects across degree and diploma levels. The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, teaching credentials, and experience in maritime education and research.

The successful candidate will update disciplinary knowledge, contribute to research-active teaching, participate in assessments, and support program quality assurance while collaborating with colleagues and

Qualifications

• PhD in Maritime-related subject (e.g., Maritime Business, Shipping & International Trade).
• Recognised qualification for teaching in Higher Education.
• Industry body affiliation or membership.
• Experience teaching in Maritime Business (Chartering, Commercial Ship Management & Operations).
• Experience working in maritime business & commercial ship management.
• Evidence of research outputs, winning funds and creating impact from research.
• Educational experience with leading courses, revising content and developing new programs.
• Familiarity with CAA standards, quality assurance, and accreditation requirements in UAE.
• Familiarity with learning technologies (LMS, online assessment, academic integrity tools).

Responsibilities

• Assist Head of Maritime Business Program as required to fulfil the Academy's strategic priorities.
• Teach a set of subjects (Chartering, Commercial Ship Management, Maritime Business, Marine Insurance & Finance) across degree and diploma levels as directed.
• Deliver lectures and lead seminar groups using a suitable style while meeting Academy requirements.
• Participate in examination and assessment processes including setting papers and marking schemes.
• Update own discipline knowledge to develop research-informed teaching with latest findings.
• Ensure compliance with timetable and academic calendar.
• Conduct research for career development aligned with the Academy's ambition to be research-active.
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students using all forms of communication.
• Deliver courses in other departments as required by the Line Manager.
• Contribute to program and institutional quality assurance, academic advising and committee work.
• Be willing to travel as required and occasionally work outside standard hours per contract.

Job description

Sharjah Maritime Academy in Sharjah, United Arab Emirates, seeks a highly qualified academic to teach Maritime Business and related subjects across degree and diploma levels. The role requires a PhD in a relevant field, teaching credentials, and experience in maritime education and research.

The successful candidate will update disciplinary knowledge, contribute to research-active teaching, participate in assessments, and support program quality assurance while collaborating with colleagues and