Plant-Based Food Science – Assistant Professor

United Arab Emirates University, Department of Family Medicine; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent educational institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated faculty member for a full-time position as Assistant or Associate Professor in Food Science. The role involves developing research programs aligned with food security and sustainability, teaching courses, supervising students, and participating in academic administration. Candidates should have a PhD in Food Science, a strong publication record, and the ability to engage in innovative food-related research. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious university's mission.

Qualifications

• Strong record of peer-reviewed publications in reputable indexed journals.
• Demonstrated research activity and scholarly output within the last three years.
• Evidence of effective teaching at the undergraduate and/or postgraduate level.
• Ability to supervise graduate students.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain an internationally recognized research program.
• Teach undergraduate and postgraduate courses in food science.
• Supervise MSc and PhD students.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program accreditation.
• Participate in departmental and university administrative duties.

Skills

Research excellence

Analytical skills

Experimental design skills

Communication skills in English

Collaboration in multidisciplinary teams

Education

PhD degree in Food Science or related discipline

Job description

A prominent educational institution in Abu Dhabi is seeking a dedicated faculty member for a full-time position as Assistant or Associate Professor in Food Science. The role involves developing research programs aligned with food security and sustainability, teaching courses, supervising students, and participating in academic administration. Candidates should have a PhD in Food Science, a strong publication record, and the ability to engage in innovative food-related research. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a prestigious university's mission.