Senior Faculty (Academic)

Restore Talent Solutions; Sharjah; On-site; AED 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading educational institution in Sharjah is seeking accomplished senior academics to join its faculty team. This role focuses on excellence in teaching, research, and academic leadership. Successful candidates will have a doctoral degree and significant experience at a senior academic level. Responsibilities include leading high-impact research, delivering high-quality teaching, and mentoring faculty and students. The position offers opportunities for academic governance and contributions to institutional strategies.

Qualifications

• Significant experience at a senior academic level (Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent).
• Demonstrated experience in academic governance, mentorship, or programme development.
• Ability to contribute effectively to academic governance and service.

Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to high-impact research aligned with institutional priorities.
• Deliver high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels.
• Contribute to academic governance, committees, and quality assurance activities.

Skills

Strong research profile

Proven teaching experience

Excellent communication skills

Experience in academic leadership

Education

Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent)

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking accomplished senior academics to join our faculty team and contribute to excellence in teaching, research, and academic leadership. This role is suited to experienced scholars with a strong academic track record who are committed to advancing knowledge, mentoring faculty, and shaping high-quality academic programmes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and contribute to high-impact research aligned with institutional priorities

• Deliver high-quality teaching at undergraduate and postgraduate levels

• Design, review, and enhance curricula and academic programmes

• Supervise and mentor junior faculty members, researchers, and postgraduate students

• Contribute to academic governance, committees, and quality assurance activities

• Publish in reputable peer-reviewed journals and contribute to research visibility

• Develop academic collaborations and partnerships at local and international levels

• Support institutional initiatives related to academic excellence and innovation

Requirements

Qualifications & Experience

• Doctoral degree (PhD or equivalent) in a relevant academic discipline

• Significant experience at senior academic level (Associate Professor, Professor, or equivalent)

• Strong research profile with evidence of sustained scholarly output

• Proven teaching experience across undergraduate and postgraduate programmes

• Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, mentorship, or programme development

• Ability to contribute effectively to academic governance and service

• Excellent communication skills and commitment to academic integrity

Preferred Experience

• Experience securing or contributing to external research funding or grants

• Exposure to diverse teaching modalities, including blended or online learning

• Experience working in international or multicultural academic environments

• Evidence of contribution to institutional strategy or academic innovation

Additional Information

• Appointments may be made at different senior academic ranks depending on experience

• Candidates should demonstrate a commitment to excellence in teaching, research, and service